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Guest blogger, Terri Bogue, MSN, RN, PCNS-BC , co-author and developer of both the website and book entitled Extinguish Burnout: A Practical Guide to Prevention and Recovery , continues her blog series on nursing burnout by contrasting post-traumatic stress disorder and post-traumatic growth. Nurses and other emergency responders see some of the ... morein Quality of Life on 11/13/2019 12:57 PM
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Nurses have a great deal in common with family caregivers. Both selflessly give up their energy and time to care for another person(s). Both require daily patience, compassion, and resilience. And both often put others before themselves. As nurses, embracing the family caregiver is just as important to the well-being of our patients as caring for ... morein Quality of Life on 10/07/2019 02:29 PM
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By Linda Roszak Burton If you knew expressing gratitude to a fellow nurse would improve their health and yours, would you do it more often? Logic says you would, however research shows the existence of a gratitude gap in the United States – we consider ourselves to be grateful, yet a significant gap exists between feeling grateful and actually ... morein Quality of Life on 09/17/2019 03:58 PM
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By Eileen T. O’Grady, PhD, RN, NP Dr. Eileen O’Grady is a certified Nurse Practitioner and Wellness Coach who uses an evidence-based approach with people to reverse or entirely prevent disease. With over 35 years of experience in health care, she believes deeply that more attention must be paid to getting us unstuck from lifestyles that do not support ... morein Quality of Life on 09/11/2019 03:14 PM
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Anxiety at work? Eileen Carino, Clinical Director at Griffin Hospital, recommends acupuncture and aromatherapy. How can we do more to take care of ourselves in the workplace? That’s the question we continue to ask as we put our patients first (and ourselves last) day in and day out. There’s only so much time in the shift, yet so much to do. It’s not unusual ... morein Quality of Life on 08/27/2019 03:50 PM
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Explore what having a nurse mentor, or being a mentor to someone else, can do for you. To be the best version of ourselves, we need to feel emotionally safe. The same is true at work. Emotional safety is a precondition for productive relationships, even in the workplace. Nurse mentorship helps create those emotionally safe relationships. Having a nurse ... morein Quality of Life on 08/27/2019 03:49 PM
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Guest blogger, Terri Bogue, MSN, RN, PCNS-BC , co-author and developer of both the website and book entitled Extinguish: Burnout A Practical Guide to Prevention and Recovery , continues her blog series on nursing burnout by contrasting it with compassion fatigue. Her first blog addressed the need to thrive not just survive and the second, ... morein Quality of Life on 08/16/2019 03:10 PM
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Guest blogger, Terri Bogue, MSN, RN, PCNS-BC , co-author and developer of both the website and book entitled Extinguish Burnout , continues her blog series on burnout prevention. Learning how to manage the multiple demands placed on you is an important part of managing your personal agency and guarding against burnout. Managing demands is ... morein Quality of Life on 07/19/2019 06:48 PM
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Did you know that June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month and the start of The Longest Day ®, a DIY fundraiser for the Alzheimer’s Association? As a granddaughter who has lost her dear grandfather to Alzheimer’s, and as an adult critical care nurse, I am very passionate about spreading awareness for Alzheimer’s, fundraising, and research. I say ... morein Quality of Life on 06/14/2019 11:33 AM
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You spend so much time caring for others that you put yourself last. Your mind and body deserve some me-time. Patient care is only as good as the care you give yourself. And as the saying goes, the more you fill up your own cup, the more you can pour into the cups of others. That’s the message Alison Hernandez, PhD, RN-BC, has for all nurses, but especially ... morein Quality of Life on 06/13/2019 02:47 PM
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Guest blogger, Terri Bogue, MSN, RN, PCNS-BC , co-author and developer of both the website and book entitled Extinguish Burnout , shares some insights in preventing burnout in the nursing profession. There’s more than one way to avoid burnout. For this blog, we define burnout as the perception that you cannot change your environment and thus have no ... morein Quality of Life on 06/04/2019 09:13 PM
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Learn how nurses benefit from mini resilience-building exercises throughout the workday. Many nurses place themselves last on their list of priorities during their shifts. They forget to fuel themselves with healthy snacks and water, or take a bathroom break, or stop and catch their breath. Strong evidence links job stress, safety, and health ... morein Quality of Life on 04/03/2019 04:00 PM
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Understanding SAD, plus 5 strategies for beating the winter blahs. Pitch-black mornings and evenings, shorter days, and colder weather that makes it unpleasant to be outside for long: All these factors can contribute to feeling blue in the winter. And it’s perfectly normal. However, if you feel sluggish or sad for weeks, you might have seasonal ... morein Quality of Life on 01/14/2019 03:22 PM
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in Quality of Life on 12/18/2018 09:20 AM
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It’s possible to feel fulfilled at work and at home. Nurse coach and RN Heather Lapides explains how. morein Quality of Life on 12/03/2018 12:47 PM
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Learn a simple technique to feel better quickly. If you’re feeling stressed, tired, overwhelmed, or in pain, try tapping. Also known as the Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), tapping is similar to acupuncture, where lightly tapping certain points on the face and upper body can help relieve tension and stress. Unlike with acupuncture though, you ... morein Quality of Life on 11/05/2018 01:00 PM
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There are some foods combinations that just seem to go together perfectly. And we’re not talking about chocolate and peanut butter (although that is a delicious combo). The food pairings below increase the nutrients your body absorbs, making your meals healthier with no extra effort. Try these pairings, along with a healthy recipe that uses both ... morein Quality of Life on 10/11/2018 12:37 PM
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A bucket list, also known as a life list, is a record of the things you’d like to do or accomplish before you die. Research suggests that people who write down their goals are more likely to accomplish them. So, creating a bucket list is a powerful tool for reaching your life’s goals. Creating a life list is as simple as taking out a piece of paper and a pen and ... morein Quality of Life on 10/01/2018 01:06 PM
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Description: The Japanese practice of unplugging and getting out in nature can make you happier and healthier. What is it about spending time in nature that makes us feel so good? A lot actually. Science has shown us that being outdoors and in nature may boost immunity , while lowering stress levels and improving mood . More good news: You don’t have to ... morein Quality of Life on 09/17/2018 02:11 PM
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Barbara Dossey, PhD, RN, AHN-BC, FAAN, HWNC-BC and Co-Director of the International Nurse Coach Association (HNHN Champion), explains what a nurse coach does and how to become one. morein Quality of Life on 08/06/2018 12:54 PM
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Jacque Crockford, Exercise Physiology Content Manager at the American Council on Exercise (ACE), shares five ways to up the fitness factor at your organization. morein Quality of Life on 07/19/2018 11:27 AM
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An Overview of Various Meditation Techniques morein Quality of Life on 06/28/2018 03:52 PM
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Use Your Role as a Nurse to Get Engaged in Your Community and Beyond. Three of ANA’s advocacy experts share their tips for getting involved, even when you’re crunched for time. morein Quality of Life on 06/28/2018 01:36 PM
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Before you can get involved politically, you need to understand the issues. Read about some of the key political concerns of nurses. morein Quality of Life on 06/14/2018 06:51 PM
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Jessica Ek, Social Media Engagement Manager for the American Nurses Association, shares tips and advice on avoiding common social media pitfalls as well as how to use the community to your benefit. morein Quality of Life on 05/17/2018 09:00 PM
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When you’re working toward accomplishing a big goal — like losing weight or getting fit — it can be hard to feel good about yourself during the process. But, you deserve to feel good about yourself right where you are now. And having strong self-esteem can improve your quality of life, well-being, and give you the confidence to keep working to achieve your goals. Try these tactics to feel better about who you are right now: morein Quality of Life on 04/19/2018 01:09 PM
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Want to see your organization make healthy changes? Help start a wellness team! Learn some how tos below. morein Quality of Life on 03/30/2018 08:57 AM
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Tips and tricks to make 2019 the year you stick to your healthy goals. morein Quality of Life on 01/02/2018 10:55 AM
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When it comes to nurse safety and wellness, these hospitals crush it! Steal their ideas for your organization. morein Quality of Life on 12/22/2017 12:52 PM
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We’re happy to share how HNHN premier partner The Ohio State University College of Nursing is helping faculty, staff and student nurses thrive. morein Quality of Life on 12/22/2017 08:24 AM
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Between juggling long shifts, patients in critical care, and trying to get yourself and your family ready for holiday festivities, it’s no wonder experiencing the joy of the season can be a challenge. Here are some ideas to simplify during this stressful time, so you, too, can be jolly! Take a small step each day Feeling stressed about all you have to do ... morein Quality of Life on 12/15/2017 05:40 PM
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Tips and tricks to make 2018 the year you stick to your healthy goals. morein Quality of Life on 12/15/2017 04:59 PM
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Learn more about how the Wisconsin Nurses Association (WNA) is participating as an HNHN Champion Partner. morein Quality of Life on 11/17/2017 03:34 PM
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5 ways being grateful can improve your outlook and well-being. morein Quality of Life on 11/13/2017 08:45 AM
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Camille Adair, RN and NMNA Chair, Healthy Nurse | Healthy New Mexico Interest Group discusses the importance of the connection between disclosure and well-being in this article from the New Mexico Nurse, originally published on August 2, 2017, and reprinted with permission of the New Mexico Nurses Association. Here is the link to the original online version . morein Quality of Life on 11/07/2017 02:04 PM
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Children’s Hospital - Los Angeles (CHLA) was presented with a Certificate of Recognition for being an exceptional Premier Partner in ANA’s Healthy Nurse, Healthy Nation Grand Challenge (HNHN) GC . morein Quality of Life on 10/26/2017 05:13 PM
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Natasha Bethea, ANA’s Senior Membership Marketing Specialist, shares tips and strategies nurses can use to overcome generational issues in the workplace. morein Quality of Life on 10/11/2017 07:01 PM
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ANA’s Senior Policy Advisor Liz Stokes, JD, MA, RN, explains why moral courage is important for nurses and how to cultivate it. morein Quality of Life on 10/11/2017 06:08 PM
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Hospice nurse, Camille Adair, RN, shares her strategies for honoring the life and death of a patient – and nurses’ own suffering. morein Quality of Life on 10/11/2017 06:06 PM
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As nurses, many of us feel that, of course, we are mindful, but are we really? And just what is mindfulness? Check out this blog to learn more about how to stay mindful and how doing so can enhance your nursing practice. morein Quality of Life on 10/11/2017 09:12 AM
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Nurses have to make decisions all the time and situations arise where decisions on what to do can feel daunting, especially when they feel unethical. How do you cope with taking actions you may be uncomfortable with, but are either asked or required to take? ANA’s Senior Policy Advisor Liz Stokes, JD, MA, RN, explains how moral distress affects us and how to work through it. morein Quality of Life on 09/11/2017 09:49 AM
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Bounce back from unhealthy blunders with these tips from health coach Camille Adair, RN . morein Quality of Life on 09/06/2017 04:12 PM
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Try these simple tweaks to add more joy to your day from Marie Shanahan MA, BSN, HN-BC. morein Quality of Life on 08/11/2017 03:41 PM
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Kati Kleber, BSN, RN, CCRN breaks down how to make sense of choosing your next steps in nursing. morein Quality of Life on 08/11/2017 12:09 PM
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Are you burned out? Karen Anderson, Clinical Nurse Specialist for Patient and Family Centered Care at the Hospital of The University of Pennsylvania explains how to recognize the symptoms and how to get help. morein Quality of Life on 08/11/2017 11:38 AM
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Nurses often have to simultaneously care for others both at work and at home, leaving ourselves strapped for time or attention to attend to our own needs. Angela Newton, a nurse at The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, offers some really good tips on how to cope with the stresses that come when you are constantly focused on anyone, but yourself. morein Quality of Life on 07/10/2017 06:20 PM
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Eighty-two percent (82%) of nurses consider workplace stress to be the biggest workplace hazard. Pick up some tips from this blog to learn how to start using meditation as a way to combat stress . morein Quality of Life on 07/07/2017 06:48 PM
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Not sure when to get what checked out? Use this chart to make sure you’re up to date with your preventative check-ups. morein Quality of Life on 06/05/2017 10:46 AM
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Not sure when to get what checked out? Use this chart to make sure you’re up to date with your preventative check-ups. morein Quality of Life on 06/05/2017 10:09 AM
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When employers provide the right tools, employees can create and foster healthy habits both at work and at home. Whether an on-site fitness center, weight loss plan reimbursement, or free cancer screenings, wellness perks all contribute to the health and longevity of staff members. Take a peek at what hospitals and other employers nationwide are doing to enhance the health of their nurses. morein Quality of Life on 06/05/2017 09:48 AM
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Nurses often work in high-stress environments and deal with life and death situations. This makes us almost twice as likely to experience depression as people in other professions. That's why it is important understand the signs and know how to get help. The good news is that since we’re in the health care industry, we have access to the treatment and support needed to recover. morein Quality of Life on 06/05/2017 08:36 AM
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Did you know workplace stress impacts nurses with nearly the same frequency as infectious disease agents, on-the-job falls, and workplace violence combined? Alleviate your stress by trying out these easy-to-implement strategies shared by Nicole Vienneau, RN and board-certified integrative nurse coach at Blue Monarch . morein Quality of Life on 05/24/2017 07:48 AM
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