Living with Chronic Illness: A Nurse’s Perspective

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About the Course    

Episode 1: In this episode, explore the unique challenges nurses face while living with chronic illnesses. The discussion highlights the female bias present in healthcare systems, delving into how it affects diagnosis and treatment for women. Catina Morrison shares a compelling personal journey of battling rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, and endometriosis. She opens up about the numerous hurdles she encountered in obtaining accurate diagnoses and effective treatments. The conversation emphasizes the crucial role of trust and advocacy in healthcare, stressing the need for improved research and comprehension of women’s health issues.

Episode 2: In this episode, the discussion emphasizes the importance of acknowledging the impact of chronic illnesses on one's life and finding ways to thrive rather than conceal these struggles. Our guest discusses the necessity of asking for help and support, whether from loved ones or healthcare professionals, and underscores the critical role of building a supportive community. The conversation highlights the significance of discovering resources and accommodations that can assist nurses with chronic illnesses in their work environment. Listeners will find encouragement to prioritize their physical, emotional, and mental well-being, with the reminder to show themselves grace. The episode also introduces various resources, including podcasts, support groups, organizations, and employee assistance programs, offering valuable support and information for nurses managing chronic illnesses. 
 

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Learning Outcomes    
Upon the completion of this course, the learner will be able to:

  • Analyze the personal and professional challenges faced by nurses living with chronic illnesses, including the impact of female bias in healthcare.  
  • Identify practical strategies and tools that can help balance personal health and professional responsibilities, ensuring a continued ability to provide high-quality care while managing chronic conditions.  
  • Recall the various resources and support systems available to nurses with chronic illnesses, empowering them to seek and utilize these aids to improve their work-life balance and overall well-being. 
     

 About the Author/Presenter 

Catina Morrison, RN, BSN, and future Executive MBA, is a testament to resilience and thriving while navigating health challenges. Her extensive personal and professional experience makes her the ideal autoimmune disease and health equity consultant for your projects. Driven by her passion for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in healthcare and medical research, specifically for women with autoimmune diseases, Catina shines as a talented speaker for your health equity and awareness initiatives. She is skilled at connecting with others, inspiring them to accept diverse perspectives, and fostering supportive communities. At Nurse Loves Essentials (NLE) LLC, Catina is an expert consultant that champions equity in healthcare and medical research for improved health outcomes for the chronically ill. As the founder of the non-profit, Inflamed Sisters Thriving Inc, she fosters a resilient community and advocates for autoimmune disease awareness.

Dr. Candace Pierce is a nurse leader committed to ensuring nurses are well prepared and offered abundant opportunities and resources to enhance their skills acquisition and confidence at the bedside. With 15 years in nursing, she has worked at the bedside, in management, and in nursing education. She has demonstrated expertise and scholarship in innovation and design thinking in healthcare and education, and collaborative efforts within and outside of healthcare. Scholarship endeavors include funded grants, publications, and presentations. As a leader, Dr. Pierce strives to empower others to create and deploy ideas and embrace their professional roles as leaders, change agents, and problem solvers. In her position as the Sr. Course Development Manager for Elite, she works as a project engineer with subject matter experts to develop evidence-based best practices in continuing education for nurses and other healthcare professionals.

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