Self-care and Resilience for Healthcare Professionals

About the pathway

Aligned with the AACN 2021 Essentials

AI-powered personalised feedback

Compatible with VR, PC, mobile and web

Contains: bite-sized activities, questionnaire, and quiz

Approx. 40 minutes

English

Who is it for?

This pathway is designed for a range of healthcare professionals and students, including: doctors, nurses, care assistants and healthcare support workers, mental health counselors, community and social care workers, home care providers, emergency care providers, first responders, and crisis intervention workers.

The journey

In this pathway learners will explore practical strategies for sustaining their mental well-being in demanding healthcare environments.

They will practise techniques for managing emotions during high-pressure situations, explore a method for recovering from setbacks and discover an actionable approach to challenging anxiety. Upon completion, they will possess a toolkit of self-care strategies, increasing their resilience to stress and sustaining their capacity to provide compassionate, effective care in challenging work settings.

Questionnaire

Activity - Reflecting on Challenging Patient Interactions

Activity - Personal Calming Techniques

Activity - Practice Calming Techniques for Handling Hostile Situations

Activity - Recovering From Setbacks

Quiz

Activity - Challenge Your Anxiety

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South Yorkshire Primary Care Workforce & Training Hub

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