Resources for Nurses

Sometimes you need more than what coaching can provide.

Let’s face the truth, suicide and addiction are very real in healthcare.

Unfortunately, a fair number of nurses stuck in dangerous domestic violence situations.

If this is you, know that you aren’t alone, you aren’t weak, and there’s help for you.

Below are general resources that may be of service to you depending on your situation.

Once you’re out of crisis and in a safe place, I would be honored to be a part of your journey.

Board of Nursing Alternative to Discipline Program

If you struggle with addiction, don’t be scared. It doesn’t automatically mean you’ll lose your license.

Each state has an alternative to discipline programs for nurses.

Do some research to see if this is right for you. Here is a link to help you find a program if you decide to do so:

https://www.ncsbn.org/alternative-to-discipline.htm

Also, music therapist Tim Ringgold specializes in using music to help with sobriety. Tim was a guest speaker in my FB group, worked as a hospital chaplain side-by-side with nurses, and has given TedTalks among many other guest appearances.

His website is here: https://www.timringgold.com/

Domestic Violence

This section makes me tear up writing it. You give so much to others, the last thing you need is to not have a safe place at home.

The hotline is a great place for info and if you’re concerned about someone monitoring your internet activity, you can always call them at (800) 799-7233.

If you go to the site and need to leave STAT, click the red “X” in the upper right corner or “Escape” button twice to leave the site immediately.

DON’T FORGET to clear your browser history if needed after going to the site:

https://www.thehotline.org/

The most dangerous time for a victim is right before they leave, please seek help to keep yourself safe.

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Healthcare workers aren’t immune from mental illness. Unfortunately there’s still a lot of stigma surrounding anything to do with the brain however it’s an organ just like any other part of the body.

If you were diabetic, would you think it’s “weak” to take insulin? Or would you ignore a heart attack thinking “I’ll be fine.”

Being empowered and avoiding burnout involves taking care of your whole self…that goes for your brain!

Jami with MindHealth AZ was a bedside nurse for several years before going on for her NP and is passionate about serving other healthcare professionals.

You can find her at: https://mindhealthaz.com/

Suicide Hotline

Healthcare workers are at higher risk than the general public of completing suicide.

Your life is valuable and we need you alive and well.

If you’re thinking of harming yourself or have a plan that you’d never tell anyone, please reach out:

Suicide Hotline: 1-800-273-8255

You can also text the Crisis line: Text: Home to 741741

Other Hotlines you may need

National Sexual Assault Hotline: (800) 656-4673

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administation (SAMHSA) National Helpline: (800) 662-4357

National Human Trafficking Hotline: (888) 373-7888 or text 233733

Suggested Information

One book I think every human should read is called: The Gift of Fear by Gavin DeBecker.

Here is an Amazon link for you to check out and see if it’s right for you or not:

https://www.amazon.com/Gift-Fear-Survival-Signals-Violence/dp/0440226198