About this Episode
What does it take to navigate the complexities of scope of practice in Australia's healthcare system? Will Egan sits down with Kate Rowan-Robinson, Chair of the Nursing Regulation Faculty at the Australian College of Nursing, to find out. Kate sheds light on how nurses are expanding their roles and responsibilities while understanding the critical balance between competence, confidence, and authority.
Tune in to learn how evolving frameworks are empowering Australia’s largest health workforce to navigate the ever-changing landscape of healthcare regulation.
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Podcast Guest
Kate Rowan-Robinson
Kate is a registered nurse specialising in clinical governance, with expertise in health and medical law. As Chair of the Nursing Regulation Faculty at the Australian College of Nursing, Kate focuses on simplifying complex regulatory frameworks to support nurses in expanding their scope of practice. She works across both government and private sectors, helping healthcare professionals navigate legislation, regulation, and evidence-based practice. Passionate about empowering the next generation of nurses, Kate also mentors students, guiding them in leadership and career development.
Podcast Host
Will Egan
Will is CEO of Ausmed and has 15 years experience of working in digital health education. He leverages his background in software development across large scale global technology companies to help Ausmed drive large scale change in the role that learning and development plays in Australia’s healthcare system. Will’s passion is genuinely driving improvement in care through effective education.
