| Description | Kim Bird shares their personal journey from wanting to be a teacher to becoming a children's nurse, highlighting the challenges and rewards of their profession. They reflect on their experiences as a nursing student, oncology ward nurse, and A&E nurse, emphasizing the importance of building relationships with patients and their families. Kim also discusses the evolution of nursing roles and challenges in children's healthcare over the years, expressing a desire for a more personal approach to nursing. Additionally, they share their experiences of emotional labour and burnout during the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to feelings of frustration, anger, and exhaustion among nurses. However, Kim finds joy and fulfilment in her work, citing the privilege of caring for the most vulnerable members of society. |