“Self-care in Healthcare – why we need to look after ourselves as well as our patients” As a midwife, my job role is completely centered around patient care. As soon as I step on to the maternity unit, it’s no longer about me anymore. My worries and stresses are left at the door, and all …
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Happiness in the Workplace and Beyond For the majority of nurses and healthcare professionals, working long hours is simply a part of their everyday job role. With 12 hour shifts becoming the norm, it comes as no surprise that these long hours start to leave workers feeling stressed and worn down both mentally and physically. …
Five Ways to Unwind After a Long Shift Nursing is both a highly rewarding profession and also one of the most demanding. Why, you ask? Long, difficult shifts. Nurses work up to 12 hours for an average shift, with many ending up working overtime. Naturally, these long work hours will start to take a toll …
Even the best nurses feel overwhelmed sometimes. Delegating and prioritising your workload can help – but if you’re still feeling stressed, here are six strategies that may help. 1. Change your inner dialogue A high workload and unrealistic management expectations can cause pressure – but be aware that negative thinking plays a part too. ‘It’s …
London is without doubt one of the great cities of the world and has plenty to offer as a place to live and work, including many globally renowned medical institutions. When it comes to job opportunities, there are plenty of nurses jobs in London. However the capital has a notoriously high cost of living and its …
