How to manage stress and burnout in nursing
Nursing can be a challenging and rewarding career, but it can also be quite demanding and stressful. Long hours, high-pressure situations, understaffing and emotional demands can take a toll on nurses, leading to burnout and fatigue. In this blog post, we’ll explore some strategies for managing stress and burnout as a nurse. Managing stress and […]
Nursing burnout is not a badge of honor
Nursing burnout is not a badge of honor! As nurses, it is so easy to overwork ourselves as a way of proving our dedication and loyalty. I remember as a young nurse working 2 jobs and averaging over 60 hour per week. I even remember one time feeling proud that I had worked 18 days […]
Take care of yourself before you take care of others
Nurses are inherently caring and nurturing people. We often put the needs and wellness of others above our own. Nevertheless, in order to for us to better provide care to others, primarily our patients, we need to first take care of ourselves. We cannot give from an empty cup. Our jobs require not just our […]