Ritual and Reflection: Personal Loss
End of life work can be emotionally taxing on healthcare workers who are dealing with creating fostering and ending relationships on an almost daily basis. Multiple losses can have an effect on us both professionally and personally. It is important to maintain healthy boundaries to prevent the cross contamination of these worlds. This session discusses the benefits of reflection and ritual and how to create a meaningful transition from one area to the next. We will also discuss the power humor can have in end of life work.
Learning Objectives
Identify three reasons why reflection can be beneficial to their end of life work. Participate in reflection activity as a way to practice the skill. Discuss ways to create their own rituals around transitioning between work and personal life. Understand how humor can be an effective coping skill.
Available Credit
- 1.00 ANCC
- 1.00 Attendance
- 0.10 IACET CEU