Wellness Journal of Nursing
Rebuilding Community and Resilience: Establishing a Wellness Committee to Support Nurses' Mental Health Post-Pandemic
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The COVID-19 pandemic significantly exacerbated burnout and emotional distress among nurses, eroding workplace cohesion and well-being. Recognizing the limitations of existing mental health resources, one nursing unit established a wellness committee focused on fostering community, inclusivity, and mental health support. This article describes the committee’s initiatives—including social events, support during local Pride parades, care packages for new mothers, and promoting wellness tools—and highlights measurable outcomes. In just the first year, the unit’s survey revealed a 25% increase in staff reporting that their mental health was being addressed and a rise in staff feeling able to be their authentic selves. These findings emphasize how grassroots efforts can play a critical role in restoring resilience and connection among nurses, contributing to better retention, morale, and patient care outcomes.
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A Nursing Intervention to Enhance Wellness and Patient Adherence to Therapy for Headache - NEWPATH Study
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The objective of the study is to ascertain whether the implementation of a nurse-initiated phone call between initial and follow up Headache appointments has the potential to enhance wellness and treatment plan adherence by reducing common barriers experienced by patients with Headache.
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Was "Winnie-the-Pooh" mentally ill? An Interesting Assignment to Learn about Mental Illness
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When you assess and analyze some of our favorite childhood cartoon characters some of them display signs and symptoms of mental illness. This assignment engages students to learn about what defining characteristics to look for when assessing patients for mental disorders and just how subliminal messages especially those that are negative can be harmful to our well-being.
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