There are few things more fulfilling than helping others. Nursing is a career that allows you to do just that, every single day. But there’s also no denying it: being a nurse is hard. Your days are long and your schedule always seems to be packed with patients who need your attention.
But even though nursing can be stressful, it doesn’t mean that you have to give up on your health while you’re at work. In fact, if you’re able to take care of yourself properly—both mentally and physically—you’ll be better equipped to help your patients through their own challenges.
In this guide, I’ll talk about how you can stay healthy as a nurse by eating well, exercising regularly, getting enough sleep, and reducing stress levels wherever possible.
