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Oh my aching feet!

I cannot emphasize enough the importance of having the correct work footwear ! Footwear provides cushioning, support and stability and aids in reducing the accumulative load day-to-day at work. There...

What not to do after a long night shift

There are some things you should do now...but that's for another time, let's talk about what you shouldn't do while you're suffering from sleep exhaustion. Text Your sleep deprived mind is ...

Shoes in Review

Shoes in Review As nurses, it is important for us to have the right kind of shoes because we do a lot walking during our eight- to twelve-hour shifts. And without a reliable pair ...

Feel like you’re running on empty?

Feel like you're running on empty? I don't know about you, but I have often found myself sleeping in until the last possible second, before dragging myself out of bed, often w...

Celebrating Florence Nightingale

Being a well-educated daughter of wealthy British parents, she defied social conventions and opted to become a nurse. The nursing of strangers, either in hospitals or in their homes, was not then seen...

New Year - New Financial Resolutions

Not everyone is a financial wizz, so we’ve outlined some handy hints to make your pay cheque go further. It will take some effort, but you’ll be well rewarded for it. 1. Take control of your debt ...

Adverse Drug Reactions - A Case Study

After handover, you go and see him and immediately note that he isn’t well. He’s still complaining of pruritus, but now, his face, torso, and whole upper body are flushed and erythematous. He ha...

Nuts about NUTS!

There is no question about it, nuts are a good source of fat, protein and fibre - and some nuts are better than others. They are jammed packed with health nutrients and minerals including magnesium an...

MMM, SMELLS FRUITY!   Diabetes Case Study

Let’s review the basics. People who have diabetes, in particular type 1 diabetes are at risk of suffering a keto (keto being short for diabetic ketoacidosis or DKA). If you ever suspect someone is...

Get the job YOU want! (Part 1)

Resume Before you decide to apply for any positions online or directly it’s vital that you ensure that the one document between you and a hiring manager or even worse an Applicant Tracking sys...

5 ways to revitalize after a tough shift


Date Posted: 19 June 2023

Debrief. You might have a mentor or co-worker who can debrief with. Explain your shift, what caused it to be tough and what could have you done differently. It’s always good to address lessoned le...