I’m a Nurse, Solution Focused Life and Stress Management Coach and Entrepreneur.
Kathy Parlevliet, the Nurse who knows. Focusing today on the moments of our lives in our career that are perceived by others. As I look around to my other home, which is work, I recognize all the challenges that arrive every day. Feeling sometimes like the day will never end, and soon it is a year later. The decisions that are being made by the hour and sometimes even by the minute. Conclusions and judgements made on all these moments of other people’s lives. It is so remarkable the quantity of discussions wrapped around our work situations.
How do you come prepared for your day? What happens if the flow is disrupted? When do you think that you need extra support?
Can you imagine if the walls surrounding us could talk? What a story they could tell. All the years of joy and heartbreak in one department. And then magnify that to every department. Would we be proud of all those conversations that we were involved in ourselves? Being surrounded by many moments that were so intense and stressful, that it isn’t always pretty to reflect on. Respect is so important in collective team approach. Not always agreeing, can be alright. But approach is everything, and we have to work for a very long time together.
Being prepared is not always a possibility. But knowing that everyday challenges are expected and not the exception. Frequently, I am surprised by the conflict created by the everyday scheduling created by patient needs. Field trips to other departments, or newly scheduled tests that can incredibly time consuming and stressful for all parties involved. We have to accept these challenges to our routines. Get enough sleep and hydrate yourself first, and then twist it to a positive mantra for yourself. Say something kind to yourself about yourself. Give your strength a positive push for the day. Be aware of your greatness.
If your flow gets disrupted, then step aside for a few minutes and explore for yourself what to do next. Think about what is the most important thing to do next. Start with a small task, that is easier to complete. For example, a phone call to another department. Involve family if you can for other personal needs for the patient. Then figure out when you can do bits of charting so you don’t get to far behind.
Knowing when you need extra support is crucial for your stress. Try to save it for something bigger. Try not to use it for smaller tasks if possible. Otherwise the walls start talking about you! The thought that we aren’t organized, or argue about things. Recognizing that stress shows up so many times in our day, be a step-in front of your personal stress. That way it won’t appear that you are whining about your work every day. Your working relationships with other nurses can support you and make life a lot better. They have the same challenges that you do. Can you see a difference in you style and their style? Perhaps you can adapt to another routine that might be a little easier. Ask the question, “What do you do when a situation happens that you don’t feel in control about?” The answer might surprise you.
If you are feeling that the stress is mounting, and the walls are talking, then I am here for you. TheRNcoach.com
Let’s talk soon,
Kathy
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