Jackie O’Halloran interviews Nurse Nacole, and the two sound the alarm on burnout, biases, and other issues pushing nurses to the brink.
Burnout
Nurse burnout is real. There are so many times when we’re physically, mentally, and emotionally pushed to the limits by what we do. And when there’s limited time for self-care, it’s tough to know how to deal. This is where we explore how to set boundaries, how to make long-term improvements, and how we can cope with feeling chronically exhausted by the work we love.
How more than two years of fighting the coronavirus has led to a mass exodus from nursing.
How Burnout Impacts Nursing: Before, During and After COVID-19
We don’t have to accept burnout as an inevitable hazard of nursing—but that means catching it before we hit a crisis point.
On the Verge of Burnout? Three Proactive Steps You Can Take Today
More patients are embracing alternative therapies–but holistic care might also help nurses cope with the job’s challenges.
Mind, Body, Behavior — What the Rise of Holistic Health Means for Nursing
After a bout with burnout, this nurse discovered mindfulness, and made it his mission to share the practice with peers.
Seven Minutes to Mindfulness: A Q&A with Nurse John Shepard
Between being a charge nurse and a preceptor, Alison was a pro at training and coaching nurses—that is, until COVID-19 came along.
Pandemic Preceptor
After co-authoring the report “Post‐Traumatic Stress Disorder in Nurses”, Tricia and Michelle became-sought after experts in pandemic PTSD.
When Something Deeper Is Going On
Burnout pushes nurses to the brink and puts patients at risk — it’s time for things to change