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On This Episode:
CRNAs spend their days providing support for others, but we don’t always give ourselves the attention we need. Today we tackle the health and wellness challenges CRNAs face in the current healthcare climate with Donna Keeney, CRNA and Dr. Cathy Horvath. Both women are on the Health and Wellness Committee at the AANA, and the insights shared in this episode will resonate with anyone in healthcare trying to maintain their passion for the profession amidst burnout.
The landscape of healthcare is shifting, and with it, our approach to the well-being of those at its heart. This episode is a rallying cry for cultural change, drawing parallels between the evolution of safety practices and the urgent need to protect our healthcare professionals. We will discuss the multifaceted solutions to clinician burnout and mental health issues, from systemic improvements to the appointment of wellness advocates. Listen as we share stories that illustrate the power of community and the collective efforts necessary to rekindle the dedication of healthcare workers everywhere.
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
- How to get rid of negative self-talk and why that’s so important.
- Two strategies that can improve clinician well-being at your place of employment.
- Two strategies that you can employ today to start taking steps toward better health and wellness.
- Resources and support for CRNAs and SRNAs to access.
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I think it's just more the institutions need to have a culture of recognizing wellness…they need to pay attention to their workforce and make sure that everybody is balanced and having opportunities where they want them.
