Prioritizing Self-Care Is Essential for Nursing Personnel as They Care for Others
Nursing stands as a noble profession that requires unwavering dedication and resilience. However, the inherently high-stress environment often leads to burnout and compromised well-being for nurses. This article sheds light on the significance of self-care practices in sustaining nurses' overall health and ensuring optimal patient care. It discusses the challenges faced by nurses in prioritizing self-care, the impact of self-care on nurse outcomes and patient care, and evidence-based strategies for adoption of self-care strategies in the profession. This article emphasizes the critical role of self-care for nursing professionals and offers practical strategies to attain a harmonious work-life balance.
Authors
- Bibudha Bijayalaxmi
- Binita Bijaylaxmi
Institutions
- Department of Health & Family Welfare (IN)
- Seva Mandir (IN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Asian Journal of Nursing Education and Research
- Published
- 2025-05-22
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.52711/2349-2996.2025.00017
- Primary Topic
- Healthcare professionals’ stress and burnout
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00