Rebel Nightingale: Demystifying Burnout

Check out this chat with Dr. Mariela Torres, an experienced Emergency Department physician who was well on her way to burn out. See what it looks like when you don't feel like your best self but you don't quite meet the criteria for burnout set forth by the WHO. Find out what steps Dr. Torres took to prevent becoming completely burnt out during this inspiring discussion.

This episode discusses why labels shouldn't be your priority amidst burnout. Plus enjoy a gentle meditation to get in touch with your true thoughts and feelings about your professional self.

Embark on an inspiring journey with Laura Cousino MSN, RN, as she unveils her triumphant return from burnout's clutches. In a heartfelt conversation, Laura delves into her transformative experience with Healing Healthcare Hearts, a bespoke program uniquely tailored to revive waning enthusiasm and rekindle the spirit of joy among healthcare professionals. Witness her evolution as she seamlessly blends her newfound zeal with the nurturing power of Aromatherapy, seamlessly intertwining holistic modalities with her commitment to traditional nursing. Tune in and be captivated by Laura's unwavering dedication to wellness and her impassioned pursuit of holistic healing.

Join me and our special guest, Kimberly Charest, as we explore her journey from burnout to becoming a "Patient Whisperer". Kimberly, a NICU nurse, opens up about the highs and lows of her profession and how she battled burnout. She shares her experiences trying different approaches to cope and eventually found solace in breathwork, which she now uses to help anxious patients. Tune in as we hear Kimberly's inspiring story of overcoming challenges with compassion.

We know healthcare workers are burnt-out, and quite frankly, they are tired of hearing about it. But what can we actually do about it? In this episode I offer some food for thought on changing the narrative from both the system & personal levels. Stick around to the end to enjoy an empowering meditation!

Join me as I speak with Dr. Bernadette Melnyk, the first Chief Wellness Officer of a university, about her innovation in healthcare wellness, how to get stakeholder buy in for wellness initiatives, and the 3 key areas of focus to generate system-wide interest in wellness as a priority. Also, dive into her personal story of what motivated her to pave the way for so many other nurses.

Join us on this journey exploring burnout in healthcare as I chat with Dr. Kate Heard, Global Maternal Health expert and PhD. Kate shares a global perspective of this phenomena along with her personal journey through the dark depths of burnout as a midwife in New Zealand.