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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. Nurse burnout not only affects job performance but also has a significant impact on personal well-being.

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Mastering the Balance: Tips for Nurses Managing Work and School While Pursuing an Advanced Degree

Minority Nurse

Finding time for self-care Find time for yourself, as this will help prevent burnout. Also, set boundaries regarding extra shifts worked, and be sure to set boundaries with work and school to allow time spent with family and friends and self-care. This may include exercising daily or going for a walk outside.

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How to Transition from Bedside Nursing to Leadership Roles

Diversity Nursing

Whether you're looking to become a Charge Nurse, Nurse Manager, or Director of Nursing, this guide provides actionable steps to help you navigate the shift successfully. How can I make a broader impact on patient care? Consider: Enrolling in a Masters in Nursing Leadership and Administration program.

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AI Lightens Nurses’ Workloads, Restoring Work-Life Balance

Daily Nurse

The revamped self-care provision in the 2025 American Nurses Association Code of Ethics is one of many measures addressing burnout among our nurse workforce. From policy proposals to workforce investments, healthcare leaders are tackling nurses daily challenges, like fatigue and exhaustion, head-on.

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Masters in Nursing (MSN) Salary and Highest-Paid Jobs

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Program Information Request Information Nurse Administrator Salaries If you’re seeking a leadership role, you can become a nurse administrator. CRNAs provide leadership to the anesthesia team while ensuring patient safety and optimal care through advanced technical expertise and clinical judgment.

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6 Little-Known Pros and Cons of an RN to BSN Program

Registered Nursing

Many healthcare institutions, especially larger hospitals and healthcare systems, now prefer or require nurses to hold a BSN degree. By obtaining a BSN, you can compete for positions in critical care, public health, research, and management, to name a few. The Cons of Pursuing an RN to BSN Program 1.

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Why Are Nurses Quitting?

Post University

Understanding the High Turnover Rate Among Nurses According to the article “ Nursing Shortage ,” published in the National Library of Medicine (NLM), the national average turnover rate in nursing is between 8.8% The constant safety concerns could contribute significantly to the number of quitting nurses.