270. The Most Empowering Episode for Every Nurse Questioning Their Career

The Ashley O Show: Nursing Beyond the Bedside

Hey nurse, be HONEST, is the nursing profession slowly killing you? That may sound dramatic, but I have been connecting with SO many nurses who are feeling watered-down, empty, and like a shell of their former selves. And this is all-encompassing - spiritually, emotionally, mentally, physically.
So let's have a real, raw conversation about the current state of nursing, and the changes needed to move forward, because changing the culture starts with YOU and me.
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TIMESTAMPS:

Supportive community and upcoming workshops (00:01:00) Ashley encourages listeners to join the nurse coffee chats and mentions upcoming workshops and support calls.
Impact of nursing on health (00:02:59) Ashley discusses the mental and emotional toll of nursing on healthcare workers, addressing trauma, burnout, and stress.
Assessing feelings about the job (00:04:19) Encouraging nurses to honestly evaluate their feelings about their job and profession, emphasizing the need for self-reflection.
Recognizing misalignment in the profession (00:06:31) Ashley talks about the internal struggle and misalignment some nurses may feel in the profession, normalizing the need for change.
Empowerment and taking action (00:10:00) Encouraging nurses to be brave enough to make changes and take steps to save themselves, despite fears and societal pressures.
Challenging the system and self-care (00:13:36) Expressing frustration with the system and advocating for nurses to prioritize their well-being, emphasizing the need for change.
Empowering nurses to take action (00:14:38) Urging nurses to acknowledge their struggles and take steps to improve their situations, emphasizing the importance of self-advocacy and change.
Ending with hope and a call to action (00:18:53) Expressing a desire to change the system and empower nurses, encouraging listeners to take action to improve their lives and careers.
Help and Support (00:19:42) Ashley offers personalized support and guidance to overwhelmed nurses, emphasizing the importance of seeking help and not feeling alone.
Taking Action Together (00:20:38) Encouragement for nurses to reach out for assistance and not carry the burden alone, using a metaphor of juggling plates and offering to help.
Upcoming Program Announcement (00:21:32) Ashley announces a new 12-week program designed for nurses, addressing mental and physical health, and offering support and guidance.
Empowerment and Value (00:22:32) Ashley emphasizes the value of nurses, encourages them to prioritize self-care, and offers support to help them step into their power.
Building Community and Support (00:23:36) Encouragement to connect on a deeper level, build relationships, and seek community support, with a focus on growth and empowerment.