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Promoting resilience in nursing.

¹Chief Nurse at Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust.

British Journal of Nursing (Mark Allen Publishing)

|November 12, 2016

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This study examines role stressors and coping mechanisms for executive nurse directors. It reviews research to identify effective strategies for managing job-related pressures in nursing leadership.

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Mindfulness in Motion MIM: An Onsite Mindfulness Based Intervention MBI for Chronically High Stress Work Environments to Increase Resiliency and Work Engagement

Mindfulness in Motion MIM: An Onsite Mindfulness Based Intervention MBI for Chronically High Stress Work Environments to Increase Resiliency and Work Engagement

Published on: July 1, 2015

Area of Science:

Nursing Leadership
Healthcare Management
Occupational Psychology

Background:

Executive nurse directors face unique role stressors impacting their effectiveness.
Effective coping strategies are crucial for retaining talent in senior nursing roles.
Understanding these stressors is vital for organizational support and nurse well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

To review current research on stressors experienced by executive nurse directors.
To identify and evaluate coping strategies employed by this leadership group.
To inform best practices for supporting nurse executives in the NHS.

Main Methods:

Literature review of recent studies on executive nursing roles.
Analysis of research focusing on occupational stress and coping.
Synthesis of findings relevant to the UK healthcare context.

Main Results:

Common stressors include workload, organizational politics, and decision-making pressures.
Effective coping strategies involve seeking social support, time management, and professional development.
Resilience is enhanced through strong peer networks and supportive organizational cultures.

Conclusions:

Targeted interventions can mitigate stressors for executive nurse directors.
Promoting healthy coping mechanisms is essential for sustainable nursing leadership.
Further research should explore the long-term impact of these strategies on nurse retention.