All Posts by Tammy McKinney, RN
When Personal Ethics and Work Assignments Conflict
At some point in your career, you may reach an impasse where your personal ethics and work assignments are not in alignment. Take it from us, it can be difficult to navigate the best decision in this case. You want to keep your job, and your integrity as well.
Read moreFrom Veteran to Civilian: How to Navigate Re-Entry Effectively
Joining the military alters the way you look at nearly every situation, and readjusting to civilian life and work afterwards can seem daunting. With that in mind, let’s examine some of the tips, tricks, challenges, and resources for making the transition seamless.
Read moreWhy You Should Network With Recruiters BEFORE You Graduate
Regardless of the “shortage” of healthcare workers, finding a position that is right for you can still be quite a challenge. Don’t wait until you’re competing with so many others. Get ahead of the game, network and build relationships now.
Read moreA New Normal for Healthcare Workers After Covid-19
The thought of returning to our regularly scheduled programming is wonderful, but those of us in healthcare know that regardless of our hopes, we aren’t going back to the way things used to be. Too much has happened. Too much is known. We can’t go back. All we can do now is move forward. But, how?
Read moreManagement: A Guide to Supporting Front-Line Staff During the Covid-19 Pandemic
This pandemic has proved to be a difficult time for us all. Staff is stressed and management is taking the brunt of the frustration. But, with genuine efforts and care, a strong sense of camaraderie can be achieved and the workforce will be stronger having gotten through this together!
Read moreSelf-Care for Healthcare Workers During the Covid-19 Pandemic
This new reality, no matter how temporary, is affecting us deeply, and it’s more important now than ever to practice some self-care…
Read moreHow You Can Support Healthcare Workers During the Covid-19 Outbreak
While many are staying home and working remotely, healthcare staff and supportive services have no choice but to work in the field. For those wanting to show support, the following is a comprehensive list of ways to help during this challenging time…
Read moreNurses, Lack of PPE, and Covid-19
Look back in history, and you’ll surely find that during every tragedy, war, or disaster, nurses were on the front lines.
Read moreWhen Nursing Feels Like Too Much
Nursing is a challenging field and will likely remain so for many years to come. If you’re planning on staying in the field long-term, it’s imperative that you perform self-care on a regular basis. Read this article for tips on recognizing and preventing work-related stress, burnout, anxiety, and depression.
Read moreProviding Comfort While Avoiding Conversational Narcissism
Death is an unavoidable. Whether you experience it at work or at home, you’ll need to be ready for how you’ll react. Practice. Memorize. Prepare yourself. When the time comes, you’ll be a great comfort to the family of your patient and know that you’ve done the right thing.
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