Health and Wellbeing at Work for Nurses and Midwives

A new book has been released that provides strategies for promoting physical and mental wellbeing for nurses and midwives. The book is written by experts and emphasizes the importance of supporting self and others during times of stress, such as winter or COVID-19. It covers self-care aspects such as shift work, dehydration, and moral injury and guilt, with real-life case studies from nurses and midwives. The book is suitable for students, Chief Nursing Officers, and readers from all countries and is a trusted guide to this crucial aspect of their professional lives.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 188 pages
Publication date: 23 November 2022
Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division

This groundbreaking new book offers a comprehensive compilation of strategies for promoting physical and mental well-being, with a special focus on nurses and midwives. Authored by esteemed experts in workforce health and wellbeing, in collaboration with the Florence Nightingale Foundation, the book underscores the vital importance of supporting the well-being of oneself and others, particularly during challenging times such as winter or in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. Spanning various aspects of self-care, the book provides practical insights on tackling shift work, preventing dehydration, and managing moral injury and guilt, all illustrated with real-life case studies from nurses and midwives working at the forefront.

Designed for students, Chief Nursing Officers, and readers from diverse countries, this invaluable resource is destined to endure as a trusted guide to the critical aspect of nursing and midwifery professional lives. Through authentic case studies, the book brings concepts to life in a conversational and accessible style, making it suitable for readers of all levels. Contributions from a diverse range of nursing and midwifery professionals directly resonate with the unique experiences of the nursing and midwifery workforce.

Key recommendations are offered for translating theory into practice, with reflective exercises incorporated throughout to encourage deep engagement with the strategies and ideas presented. Edited by esteemed experts in their respective fields and grounded in evidence-based research, this book is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to enhance their well-being and contribute to the well-being of others in the nursing and midwifery profession.

Weight: 328g
Dimension: 152 x 228 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780323880534