When Keeley Starling met a travel nurse not long after graduating, she was surprised to hear about a whole new way to practise nursing.
Travel nurses are usually employed by an agency and sent to various parts of the country, often working in remote communities.
Keeley was drawn to this path because of the opportunity to see more of Australia, but she says it has also improved her skills and knowledge as a nurse.
I think it definitely advances your clinical skills and your ability to adapt... There's lots of times where I've gone to a new place, and even though it's the same procedure, such as a CVC, they do have little differences.Keeley Starling
Keeley has become a strong advocate for better information about health conditions and their causes after working with communities to improve kidney health.
There is a lot of misconception about how people end up with end stage renal failure... I really love breaking down those stigmas.
Keeley documents her travels on social media where others can follow her nursing journey. She says the experience has been one of enormous personal and professional growth, and is happy to share what she has learned with others who may be interested in this path.
I really love the flexibility of being able to go to different parts of Australia, experience different cultures and meet different people.... And really stretch your ability to be open-minded.
BLA.C.K. Medicine is a health podcast for Indigenous peoples by Indigenous peoples. Host Dr Mikayla Couch interviews First Nations health care professionals to pick their brains and learn from their work. Follow the podcast on the SBS Audio App or your preferred podcast app.
