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Make Your Voice Heard. 3892

It’s day 10 of the #EndNurseAbuse challenge. On this last day of the challenge make your voice heard. Advocate! Advocate for enforceable safety standards and make safety from violence an advocacy priority.    Building a culture of safety with your colleagues and managers is the first and best approach to reducing the risk of violence at ...

How Can You Contribute To A Positive & Respectful Work Environment? 3891

It’s day 9 of the #EndNurseAbuse challenge. Every nurse needs to be a role model for good behavior. Spreading kindness is simple. Say hello, make eye contact, or smile when a colleague passes by – and if you see a fellow nurse struggling, offer assistance.  Expressions of  gratitude  are always appreciated as well.    What are you doing to make your ...

Help Others 3890

It’s day 8 of the #EndNurseAbuse challenge. Today, consider reaching out to coworkers who may be targets of bullying. Recent graduates or nurses in new positions, units, and work environments are more likely to be treated poorly. Make a point to welcome newcomers and come up with ways to help them feel like they’re part of the team. Sometimes shy or ...

Are You Being Bullied? 3887

It’s day 7 of the #EndNurseAbuse challenge. If someone is bullying you, or making your work life difficult, speak up! If you feel prepared and well equipped, discuss your concerns with the person one-on-one (but in a safe, private place, free from interruptions). Stay calm, explain how you feel, and make a request for how you wish to be addressed. ...

Do You Recognize These Behaviors? 3886

It’s day 6 of the #EndNurseAbuse challenge. Bullying is workplace violence too. To face bullying head on, you have to be able to name the issue and discuss it.     Understanding what bullying looks like can help you be aware of when it is going on in your workplace. Examples include:     Non-verbal innuendo  Verbal affront  Undermining ...

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yes meditating while walking is great! You're active, but getting relaxed at the same time!

it also works for me.  I use it to talk to God and it works. It is relaxing and soothing. 

I did the standing calf raises, the push ups and took the stairs between documenting on patients. 

Taking care of self is not always easy, so today I challenge myself to indulge in Self Care. Be Well!