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Veteran nurse shares her secret to lifelong vitality and fulfillment beyond retirement
Stressful pandemic prompts one nurse to make more conscious wellness choices.
The American Red Cross collaborates with Healthy Nurse, Healthy Nation and the American Nurses Association on many issues that directly affect nurses and public health. Take time to peruse the below resources that the American Red Cross currently provides on emergency preparedness.
Water is a part of life that many Americans often take for granted. We use it for bathing, cleaning, and keeping our homes cool, sanitary, and landscaped. The problem is that fresh water is a limited resource. Although more than 70% of the Earth’s surface is water, less than 1% of that water is usable by humans. According to the United Nations Educational, ...
It's the end of a long shift, and your mind is ready to burst from never-ending to-do lists and care plans. As you finally take a moment to catch your breath, the weight of exhaustion settles in. You pull out your phone and cue up your favorite song. A soothing melody replaces the chaos with calm.
Home health nurse prioritizes exercise, mental breaks, and socialization
Have you ever tried a restrictive diet that cuts out your favorite foods? Maybe it led to short-term weight loss and health improvements, but as soon as you started eating your beloved salty or sugary snacks again, you found yourself back at square one.
Nurse Turns Her Medical Crisis Into Her Cause
Shift work is critical for continuity of care in many health care settings. But working the night shift can take a toll. A 2021 study found that nurses who work the night shift tend to be less active, experience poorer sleep quality, and less satisfied with life than nurses who work days.
Anyone who complains that a plant-based diet isn’t filling may not be eating the right plant-based foods. No matter what you’re eating, feeling full often has more to do with satiety — feeling comfortably full and no longer hungry — than simply filling your belly. Blog 3 in our Plant-Based Food Series!
Nurse revolutionizes diabetes care through health equity and plant-based nutrition
When most people think of eating disorders, conditions like anorexia nervosa or bulimia nervosa may come to mind. But two lesser known (and underdiscussed) conditions include binge eating disorder (BED) and avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) .
In a 2022 survey of nurses, 63% of respondents personally experienced an act of racism at work. But acts of bullying and bias don’t only happen with racial differences. Gender, age, and education are just a few other reasons some nurses may be treated differently or professionally disadvantaged. The problem is that many nurses don’t recognize that ...
Nurse Steps Up to Build Diversity in Nurse Leadership
Nurse uses her passion for whole foods to educate children and improve their nutrition.
Warning: The CDC cautions all those pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant to discuss all medicines with your healthcare provider including OTC meds, herbal and dietary supplements, and vitamins. Learn more . Additional Warning: The FDA does not regulate dietary supplements. There is often conflicting research on whether certain ...
Nurse Uses Coaching and Cooking to Inspire Healthy Change
Have you ever noticed how life's ups and downs seem to etch themselves onto your skin? When you're going through stressful times, your skin is often the first place to show it. Your mind and skin are connected. It's the perfect time to examine this relationship and the transformative power of a skin care routine.
Plant-based eating provides incredible health benefits . But the challenge for many — especially during the holidays — is enjoying the beloved cultural dishes of your heritage while sticking to a plant-forward diet. Blog 2 in our Plant-Based Food Series!
The following blog is from our colleagues at the CDC
It isn’t news that smoking hurts your health. Yet millions of people still do it despite widespread awareness of the harmful effects of tobacco.
Authors: Ashley Carter MSN, RN, AMB-BC – Tennessee Nurses Association – District 3 President and William Hall DNP, MSN-Ed., RN, PMH-BC, CDP, PLNC – Tennessee Nurses Association- District 3 Director
Nurse Finds Her Passion in Yoga and Coaching
Nurse creates life-changing wellness programs for first responders
Nurse transforms her health and becomes a wellness crusader, impacting thousands.
Your diet is an essential part of healthy living. What you eat can determine how your body grows, functions, and protects itself. Blog 1 in our Plant-Based Food Series!
By Marlon Garzo Saria, PhD, RN, AOCNS, OCN, NEA-BC, NPD-BC, FAAN Lieutenant Colonel, 452d Aeromedical Staging Squadron, U.S. Air Force Reserve Command Magnet Program Director and Nurse Scientist, Providence Saint John’s Health Center
Healthy Men Inc. reimagines the approach to men’s care
It's challenging to find a nurse who hasn't been impacted by the nurse staffing crisis.
Courtesy of the FDA Office of Women's Health
Organization offers nurses a rapid response, micro-restorative program and ongoing support
Nurse promotes the power of peer support
Quality patient care requires partnership. Health care providers bring expertise and experience. Patients (hopefully) follow their providers’ guidance to help make treatment and health care as effective as possible. But patients can only truly participate when they understand what the provider is asking of them and why it is important.
Nurse hits her stride and walks her way to wellness while she works
Reprinted with permission from the American Nurses Association’s Policy and Government Affairs
By Marlon Garzo Saria, PhD, RN, OCN, NEA-BC, NPD-BC, FAAN
As we head into another cold and flu season, we’re also gearing up for immunizations — both for ourselves and our patients. As a nurse, you know you need a flu shot every year, but have you ever wondered where updated immunization recommendations come from?
COVID-19 pandemic sparks a self-care flame for 53-year-old nurse
The Hispanic population is growing in the United States. Hispanics account for roughly 19% of Americans — the largest minority group in the U.S. But Hispanic adults are the least likely ethnic or racial group to have health insurance or get preventive care. And their health outcomes reflect that.
Burned out and brokenhearted, Lisa Bell Henson, RN, BSN, MBA found a new calling as a certified holistic nurse coach
Nurse Finds Wellness in the Face of Illness
Do you feel like you spend a huge chunk of your time traveling to and from work? Do you wish you could make better use of that time? Even if it means using that time to simply relax or decompress?
Nurse Shines a Spotlight on Aging and Obesity
ANA President overcomes autoimmune diagnoses and finds self-care on her mini farm
“When we strive to become better than we are, everything around us becomes better, too.” (Paulo Coehlo)
As we gear up for the Hack Your Hydration Challenge, powered by Compass One Healthcare, this is the perfect time to discover more about tea. If you already drink it on a regular basis — great! If you don’t, maybe you’ll decide to incorporate a cup or 2 into your daily routine.
Nurse tackles incivility in nursing
Manager prioritizes work/life balance through team bonding, exercise, and volunteerism
Most people understand why they should eat vegetables every day — they’re loaded with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. But you may not realize that when you eat your veggies can make a difference. Packing veggies into your breakfast can impact how you feel and how much you eat that day.
It’s always a smart idea to have a strong, updated resume. But “updated” doesn’t only mean having your latest credentials and work history in a formatted template. It also means abiding by the tried-and-true best practices every nursing resume should follow.
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Safety
Your safety matters. This domain covers a wide range of topics - from staying alert at the wheel to safe patient handling and mobility.
Rest
Rest breaks and healthy sleep are not only restorative - but are key to your health and to providing safe patient care. This domain addresses strategies and guidelines for restorative sleep, workplace breaks and napping, and managing shift work.
Quality of Life
Your work, home life, family, and other commitments frequently compete for your time and attention. This domain focuses on the elements that improve the quality and balance of your life including your physical, financial, social, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
Physical Activity
Nurses are often on their feet all day but fall short of recommended national guidelines for physical exercise. This domain includes strategies for overcoming barriers for guidelines and meeting exercise guidelines.
Nutrition
It isn't easy to find time for healthy eating. On average, nurses consume less fruits, veggies, and whole grains than other Americans. This domain covers recommended guidelines for dietary health, managing diet at work, and overcoming barriers to nutrition.
Mental Health
The nature and stresses of the nursing profession can take a toll on your mental health. This domain deals with your psychological affect and health. Mental wellbeing practices, stress relief resources, and personal stories are just some of the assets included here.
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Hi @RSASANURSE great commitment!! What steps are you taking?
@rouvie How many steps are you aiming for?
@Virda Swales, BSN Sounds like a happy medium!
@Virda Swales, BSN My son and I have been making veggie/fruit trays as snacks lately and he's made some beautiful arrangements! It makes veggies more fun!