by Damion Jenkins, RN, MSN, CEO | Dec 25, 2023 | Coping with Stress, Inspirational, job satisfaction, nurse retention, Nurses Matter, Nursing Leadership, Personal Experience, Work-Life Balance
As we bid farewell to 2023, it’s an opportune moment for Nurses to reflect on the lessons learned and consider how to cultivate a more meaningful and satisfying Nursing career. One crucial aspect is the ability to let go of negativity, which can significantly...
by Damion Jenkins, RN, MSN, CEO | Aug 24, 2023 | Bullying, Coping with Stress, Critical Thinking, Cultural Competence, Inspirational, job satisfaction, nurse retention, Nurses Matter, Nursing Education, Nursing Leadership, Patient Advocacy, Patient Safety, Patient Satisfaction, Personal Experience
A harmonious and respectful workplace environment is crucial in nursing. Dismantling workplace hostility and incivility not only promotes better patient care but also enhances job satisfaction and overall well-being. In this blog post, we’ll explore five...
by Damion Jenkins, RN, MSN, CEO | Apr 2, 2021 | Coping with Stress, Inspirational, NCLEX-RN, Nursing School, Personal Experience, Strategies for Success, Student Nurse, Studying, Test-Taking Strategies, Uncategorized
Stress is the body’s reaction to any change that requires an adjustment or response. The body reacts to these changes with physical, mental, and emotional responses. You can experience stress from your environment, your body, and your thoughts. Even positive...
by Damion Jenkins, RN, MSN, CEO | Apr 13, 2020 | Coping with Stress, Critical Thinking, Inspirational, Nurses Matter, Nursing Inspiration, Nursing School, Personal Experience, Strategies for Success, Student Nurse, Work-Life Balance
As we are all navigating through the uncertainties of COVID-19 and how this global pandemic is reshaping our day-to-day lives, it is easy to feel overwhelmed, scared and even helpless at times. Some of us may feel angry. Some of us may feel fearful. Many of us are...
by Damion Jenkins, RN, MSN, CEO | Mar 24, 2019 | Continuing Education, Coping with Stress, Cultural Competence, Inspirational, job satisfaction, nurse retention, Nursing Inspiration, Personal Experience, Strategies for Success, Uncategorized, Work-Life Balance
There are many complex issues in the Long Term Care healthcare setting that affect nursing staff job satisfaction and retention. In an environment that focuses on incredibly challenging chronic illness management coupled with a percentage of minimally educated and...
by Damion Jenkins, RN, MSN, CEO | Nov 24, 2018 | Coping with Stress, Holiday Work, Inspirational, Nurses Matter, Nursing Inspiration, Patient Satisfaction, Personal Experience, Strategies for Success, Work-Life Balance
It’s that time of year again when patients and their families are relying on Nurses to provide excellent care along with a little holiday cheer to the bedside. Of course we can expect to face the normal stress of the job, however many of us will also...