Stress Management

Doctors and nurses work hand-in-hand in the medical field and must work together to ensure their patients receive the best care possible. Unfortunately, some doctors can be difficult to work with, which can be a challenge for nurses as it can affect their ability to do their job well. As a nurse, you know that

Nurse burnout is a very real problem in the nursing profession. Many nurses feel overworked and stressed, which can lead to serious health problems and burnout. We get it. It’s a demanding profession but also extremely rewarding if you find the right balance and take preventative self-care steps. This article will discuss how to care

The main reasoning behind nurses working 12-hour shifts is how much work-life balance it brings. Though the hours may seem difficult at first, over time the shifts do offer nurses more flexibility. After 12 hours, a nurse can enjoy a longer period of downtime and even enjoy a working week of just four days. As

Being a nurse is a tremendously fulfilling experience that requires equal amounts of giving and taking. In this line of work, employees soon learn to put others before themselves and treat people under their care with the highest compassion. However, as any nurse will attest, this is a career that typically involves a busy schedule

The average amount of time that an adult will work a day is 8 hours. However, in the line of healthcare, it is not uncommon to find yourself working 12-hour shifts. In fact, not only is this uncommon, but it is often expected, especially for full time nurses. 12 hours is a very long time,

Being a nurse is an incredibly rewarding job, but there is absolutely no doubt that it can get quite stressful at times. You’re on your feet all day, you have to care for and deal with lots of people… it’s impossible for you to be relaxed in this field all the time.  If you’re going

Being a nurse is tough – there’s no doubt about that.  Not only are shifts long and hard work, but nurses are also exposed to some pretty traumatic events. They can lose patients no matter how hard they try, see the grief of their families and friends, and feel the pressure of so many responsibilities.

Anxiety can play a major role in how a nurse approaches a shift or how they feel coming off one. That could be just as true for an experienced nurse or one that is just starting to learn the job. Whether frightened about making mistakes, feeling like the job is too much, or simply being