"Allow yourself to feel. Set your ego aside and remember that you entered this career to use knowledge, emotion, skill and more to show up for patients and families during a vulnerable moment in their lives. Remember to let yourself lean on others, process what we endure and care for yourself as you are your own primary nurse and patient."

Interview with C.O. , RPN

 “Some days when I feel like my stress is becoming overwhelming and starting to build up, I take a few days off to rest and regain a sense of balance so I can feel like myself again”

“We discuss our mental health during staff meetings with the Director of Care. These discussions help us find coping mechanisms and allow staff to share strategies that have helped them manage stress.

Interview with A.M., CRNA

"Engaging in creative activities, meditation and treating myself to a Spa has helped me to relax and take things one day at a time and  has improved my mental health."

Interview with L.L, Charge RN

My interview shares the perspective of L.L, a charge nurse with over 30 years of experience, on the importance of mental health in nursing. She talks about recognizing stress in herself and coworkers, supporting one another through open communication, and using simple self‑care strategies like walking on breaks and setting boundaries at home. Her experiences show how kindness, teamwork, and self‑awareness help nurses avoid burnout and better care for both patients and themselves.