Stoicism and Cognitive Strategies for Nursing Professional Development
Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing
|April 3, 2024
Summary
Nurse educators facing a crisis can benefit from Stoicism and cognitive strategies. This training helps manage stress and emotional challenges in academic and clinical settings, improving professional resilience.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Applied Psychology
- Professional Development
Background:
- The nursing profession faces a crisis, with high attrition rates impacting national health.
- Nurse educators require enhanced skills to navigate complex academic and clinical environments.
- This article addresses the need for specialized training for nurse educators and preceptors.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the development of a course integrating Stoicism and cognitive strategies for nurse educators.
- To explore the perceived benefits and takeaways of this course among participants.
- To provide recommendations for implementing such training in professional development.
Main Methods:
- A course was developed focusing on Stoic philosophy and cognitive behavioral techniques.
- The course was evaluated using survey data from 23 nurse educators.
- Data collected included demographic information and self-reported use of learned strategies.
Main Results:
- Participants reported significant takeaways applicable to personal, teaching, and clinical practices.
- Key themes included emotional regulation and the application of the cognitive triangle.
- Learners identified methods for managing stress in emotionally charged situations by creating emotional distance.
Conclusions:
- Stoicism and cognitive strategies offer valuable tools for nurse educators.
- This training can enhance personal and professional resilience in the nursing education workforce.
- Integrating these strategies supports the development of more effective and sustainable nurse educators.
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