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Contributed Content: How Nurses Can Practice Self-Care

Health Leaders | Nursing

Prioritizing self-care is crucial for maintaining well-being and can help reduce compassion fatigue and lower stress levels, says this nurse educator. As a nurse educator, I teach students about wellness, health promotion, and disease prevention for their patients. But what many nurses fail to do is take care of themselves.

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Self-Care for Nurses: Preventing Burnout and Promoting Well-Being

The Gypsy Nurse

Long hours, high patient volumes, difficult working conditions, and the emotional toll of caring for others can lead to nurse burnouta state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion. Preventing burnout and prioritizing self-care is essential for maintaining both health and happiness throughout a nursing career.

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How to Get Quality Sleep for Better Mental Health

Daily Nurse

However, about one in three Americans don’t get enough sleep each night, and this can lead to physical and mental health issues and even injuries. Quality sleep is crucial for physical health, including heart health and a stable metabolism. Mental health is also linked to sleep quality.

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Infographic: 10 Self Care Tips for Nurses

Health Leaders | Nursing

Here are some ways nurses can take care of themselves, says this nurse educator. Nurses have a stressful job, between caring for patients, communicating with families, and being on their feet for several hours at a time. Self-care can enhance mental and physical health, ultimately leading to improved patient care.

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Mental Health Self Care Checklist and Resources for Nurses

Diversity Nursing

May is mental health awareness month, a time to raise awareness and promote education about mental health, as well as reduce the stigma associated with mental illness. Did you know, 1 in 5 American adults experience a mental health condition in a given year? Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water.

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Mental Health and Well-Being Essentials Training for Healthcare Professionals

American Medical Compliance

The Mental Health and Well-Being Essentials Training for Healthcare Professionals teaches providers to recognize and manage common mental health issues in their field. By prioritizing mental health, providers can reduce burnout, improve job performance, and enhance patient care.

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Nurses need care too – how curbing self-sacrifice can prevent burnouts

Nursing Review

Culture of self-sacrifice I interviewed nurses in the Netherlands about their workplace experiences including burnout for my research. And I found that one of the main reasons nurses leave is because of the professions culture of self-sacrifice. Nursing education must teach self-care and boundary setting as essential skills.