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Get on a self-care kick
Nurses who care for themselves can make better role models.
Get healthy to give better care
A healthier lifestyle can decrease stress and result in fewer errors.
Quick nutrition tips
These easy food pointers can be the basis for better eating habits.
Healthy scrub snacks
Drop nutritious morsels in your pockets for when you're on the go.
Learn to treat diaper dermatitis
The skin disorder can lead to increased pain and distress.
Continuing education catalog
These CE modules will improve your work and life habits.
Get happy
Learn the science, psychology and strategies behind happiness.
Self-care fits into holistic care
Emotional, social and physical well-being are shared goals.
Try meditation and feng-shui
Tenets of the practices focus on a peaceful mind and surroundings.
Simple exercise tips for nurses
Sneak in a few minutes of activity each day to help prevent injury.
Don't lose sleep
It's not selfish to get a good night's sleep — it's a must.
How to slumber peacefully
Try these tips for improved rest and easier mornings.
Try a sugar detox
Eliminating sugar from your diet can be a game changer.
Add fun to your self-care plan
Your favorite activities can be therapeutic, so have at it!
You're worth it!
Self-care is not self-indulgence. It's an investment in your happiness.
Get a good fit for your feet
Survey shows how nurses can avoid pain with the right footwear.
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Add fun to your self-care plan
Your favorite activities can provide the relaxation you need
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Editor’s note:
List provided by Eileen Williamson, MSN, RN, nurse consultant.BACK TO TOP
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Nurses are often short on free time; even their off-work hours can be spent thinking about work. Having fun or relaxing may seem like a luxury they can’t afford. But the fact is, making time to decompress and de-stress can put nurses in a better state of mind when they are at work. Here are some ways nurses can enjoy their down time without spending a lot or traveling too far.
Call your best friend and make plans for a night out.
Spend a day in bed with TV and magazines (don't answer the phone!).
Go to a pet store to play with puppies and kittens.
Pay a visit to a relative who inspires you — and maybe cooks for you!
Buy “Thinking of you” cards and mail them to friends and family.
Watch a favorite old movie or romantic comedy.
Go to a yard sale and buy something that catches your eye, even though you may never actually use it.
Buy a new pocketbook or a pair of shoes you don't need (aka “retail therapy”).
Download a solitaire game to play on your phone.
Go to a movie and treat yourself to popcorn (go light on the butter!).
Spend some quiet time going through old family photos.
Go to a fancy spa to get a manicure and pedicure (yes, men, you too!).
Make a list of vacations you want to go on and start planning them.