12 Keys to Health, Happiness, and Well-Being for Nurses and the Healthcare Workforce An Evidence-Based Guide

by MELNYK, BERNADETTE J.; Teall, Alice M.; Gawlik, Kate S.

• ISBN13: 9781975250157
• ISBN10: 197525015X
• eBook ISBN(s): 9781975250188
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2025-08-29
• Publisher: LWW
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Summary

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12 Keys to Health, Happiness, and Well-being for Nurses and the Healthcare Workforce is an evidence-based guide designed specifically for nurses and other healthcare professionals, nursing and health sciences students, and educators who want to build resilience, enhance self-care, and integrate wellness into their curriculums. 

Discover Practical Solutions
Combat burnout, compassion fatigue, and emotional exhaustion with strategies backed by research. This guide gives you the tools to prioritize wellness amidst the unique pressures of the healthcare field, so you can take better care of your patients – and yourself. 

Inside this resource, you’ll find:

• 12 Dimensions of Wellness: Uncover a holistic approach to health with a framework that addresses every aspect of well-being, from emotional resilience to work-life balance.
• Self-Assessment Tools: Confidential evaluations let you  identify areas for improvement and connect with tailored resources to support your needs.
• Inspirational Stories: Gain insight from real-life challenges and victories of healthcare professionals that resonate with the unique struggles of the industry.
• Calls to Action: Each chapter provides clear steps to implement concepts into your daily life for sustainable and lasting change.
• Motivational Quotes: Stay inspired with thoughtful quotes carefully chosen to encourage progress and growth.

Whether you’re navigating the complexities of clinical practice or preparing for a career in healthcare, this guide offers evidence-based strategies to elevate your personal and professional well-being. Caring for others begins with caring for yourself—12 Keys to Health, Happiness, and Well-being for Nurses and the Healthcare Workforce lights the way.

Author Biography

Bernadette Mazurek Melnyk, PhD, APRN-CNP, EBP-C, FAANP, FNAP, FAAN
Alice M. Teall, DNP, APRN-CNP, FAANP, FNAP
Kate Sustersic Gawlik, DNP, APRN-CNP, FAANP, FNAP
 

Table of Contents

Chapter 1  Key #1: Unlock Your Why for Great Self-Care and Action
Chapter 2  Key #2: Unlock Insights into Your Own Personal Well-Being: A Necessity for Optimal Health, Happiness and Well-Being
Chapter 3  Key #3: Unlock Physical Well-Being: A Must for Sustained Energy
Chapter 4  Key #4: Unlock Emotional Well-Being: Mood Boosters that Work
Chapter 5  Key #5: Unlock Spiritual Well-Being: Staying Aligned with Your Dreams, Purpose and Passions
Chapter 6  Key #6: Unlock Financial Well-Being: Setting Yourself Up for Life Success
Chapter 7  Key #7: Unlock Career Well-Being: Strategies for Achieving Your Dreams
Chapter 8  Key #8: Unlock Creative Well-Being: Innovate for Maximum Impact
Chapter 9  Key #9: Unlock Digital Well-Being: Key Tactics for Effective Messaging and Connection
Chapter 10  Key #10: Unlock Environmental Well-Being: Mindful Moments in Rejuvenating Spaces Reduce Stress
Chapter 11  Key #11: Unlock Intellectual Well-Being: Work Smarter, Not Harder
Chapter 12  Key #12: Unlock Social Well-Being: Tips for Dealing with Challenging People and Conversations
Chapter 13  Assessing and Enhancing Wellness Culture in Your Organization: A Must to Thrive
Chapter 14  Putting It All Together and Sustaining Action