Nursing Deans on Self-Care: The Case for a Trauma-Informed Approach.

Publication/Presentation Date

8-1-2023

Abstract

BACKGROUND: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic turned the world upside down and highlighted multiple sources of trauma inherent in the role of dean or director of an academic nursing unit.

METHOD: Experienced nursing deans (

RESULTS: Based on the Trauma-Informed Self-Care Measure-Revised, specific strategies for nursing deans and directors are recommended in three broad categories: (1) use of organizational resources; (2) observance of organizational protocols for employee support; and (3) dedication to stress management and work-life balance activities.

CONCLUSION: To be a positive role model for faculty, staff, and students, nursing deans and directors would benefit from taking a trauma-informed approach to caring for themselves and others.

Volume

62

Issue

8

First Page

450

Last Page

453

ISSN

1938-2421

Disciplines

Business Administration, Management, and Operations | Health and Medical Administration | Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods

PubMedID

37561895

Department(s)

Administration and Leadership

Document Type

Article

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