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Nurse Burnout and Technology: Finding the Balance

Daily Nurse

Countless factors contribute to nurse burnout, from a busy schedule to difficult patients and demanding daily tasks. It’s growing rapidly in the healthcare industry, and while it offers efficiency and innovation, it can also contribute to increased stress and fatigue among nursing professionals. Self-care isn’t selfish.

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Self-Care for Travel Nurses

The Gypsy Nurse

Self-care.” And if you’re a travel nurse, you should be practicing self-care for travel nurses. Learn why self-care is so important, especially for travel nurses, and quick ways you can implement self-care today. Jogan Health provided this article.

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How Nurse Scheduling Software Can Transform Your Business? 

Celayix

The COVID-19 pandemic has upended traditional scheduling norms, prompting healthcare facilities to turn to nurse scheduling software for a more streamlined transition. Let’s first look at why nurse scheduling software is so essential right now. Many frontline workers are now looking to consider other options in their careers. 

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Struggling With Your Mental Health? Adopt a Pet

Daily Nurse

Why Pets Can Make You Happier Nurses know that burnout can happen on the job. However, caring for a pet can come with many benefits that can make your life feel brighter and fuller. One of my clients, a nurse who works in an intensive care unit, was experiencing high levels of stress and emotional exhaustion.

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It’s OK To Say No To Protect Your Mental Health

Nurse.com

Start with yourself Saying no can be difficult when you’re always caring for others. Acknowledge your worth and recognize that you’re not just a nurse ­— you’re a person with abilities and passions who deserves a healthy work-life balance. Saying no is a form of self-care Self-care looks different for everyone.

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Recharge and Reconnect: Nature’s Influence on Nurse Mental Health

Daily Nurse

High stress levels can drain nurses’ energy, impede attention and critical thinking, and ultimately lead to declining patient care and outcomes. Fortunately, here’s where nature can help nurses. In fact, in a recent study published in BMC Nursing, resilience in nurses was found to reduce nurse burnout significantly.

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Letting Your Nursing Career Magic Out of the Hat

Digital Doorway

5) Shadow a nurse who does a type of nursing that you find fascinating. 6) Work with a career coach, life coach, or counselor who can walk you through a process of research, career development, and personal/professional self-discovery. I know nurses who've taken incredible risks to make a career shift. Absolutely.