OVERVIEW

Wellness for School Nurses: Practical Strategies for Managing Stress and Avoiding Burnout is organized by National Association of School Nurses (NASN).

Release Date: 10/31/2024
Expiration Date: 10/31/2029

Description:
School nurses play an important role in their schools and communities, but the work can often be mentally and emotionally demanding. During this program, participants will learn how to recognize signs of burnout. From there, we will explore self-care strategies they can implement to maintain and improve their own well-being. The program will also emphasize the importance of creating a culture of support and collaboration among school staff and the wider community to ensure that school nurses feel valued and supported in their work. Lastly, experts from The JED Foundation will share insights and key learnings from building communities of care in 450+ high schools and colleges across the U.S.

Learning Outcomes
As a result of participating in this educational activity, learners will be able to:

Understand signs of burnout and distress in themselves and others.
Name at least 2 practical strategies for self-care
Describe the role of community support in promoting school nurse mental health.
List at least 2 strategies for creating a culture of support and collaboration among school staff and the wider community.