Self-Preservation Checklist

Self-care is not a luxury for nurses—it is a necessity. Nurses spend their days caring for others, often placing patients’ needs above their own. While this dedication is honorable, consistently neglecting self-preservation can lead to burnout, compassion fatigue, and decreased job satisfaction. Prioritizing self-care enables you to recharge physically, mentally, and spiritually so you can continue providing dedicated patient care.

Caring for yourself is not selfish—it is an essential part of sustaining a long, fulfilling career in nursing and continuing to show up as your best self for those who depend on you!