Having a mentor is essential. Being a mentor is a responsibility. Lets dive in as I discuss both and why you need them in your career.

 

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Sometimes advice and counsel comes from people we have essentially written off. If we shut them down early and don't take into account that what they have to offer may actually benefit you and the patient, you may be missing out on some next level care. Take a listen as I dive into what I'm referring to. 

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Sometimes it's hard to be festive when we are working the holiday that everyone else has off. For those of us that are working today, allow me to take a different view on being on the job during a holiday. 

Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving!

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On today's episode, I interview my friend and colleague Stephen Baker who is a flight nurse in Nebraska. Stephen and I will talk about his journey with the hopes of motivating you to push forward on yours! 

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Bad news is common in our field and the delivery of that bad news to those that are receiving it is key. Let's take a look at some ways to make this unpleasant experience one that we can learn from and improve upon, all the while providing support to the loved ones of our patients. 

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It's the little things that, when you add them up, can make a major impact. Stay tuned as I offer up some tips to make a big difference with the little things. 

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When is the last time you took a break? No not a lunch break or a study break, a BREAK! Like you actually left your house for a day or two, no work, no studying, no phone calls or emails and you just relaxed. If you are scratching your head because you cannot remember, it is time. Take a listen as I discuss taking a break!

 

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We pay an emotional toll in our career. Part of staying motivated is dealing with our mental and emotional health. This comes about in light of the recent events which I want us all to be aware of and respect the gravity of. Please keep those individuals in your thoughts in prayers as the deal with the loss of their own. 

https://www.ledger-enquirer.com/latest-news/article221833610.html 

 

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https://www.911buddycheck.org/ 

https://www.uniformedhelp.org/

 

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We continue from yesterday's episode with flight paramedic Joey Loehner. Joey and I start from where we left off in talking about patient advocacy and how we can improve what we do in advocating. Take a listen and enjoy! Also check out the new Motivated Medic Apparel Shop!

Please remember that TODAY, 11/16/2018, my friend and colleague James Boomhower is telling his story at THIS IS MY BRAVE!

From James:

For those of you that don't know; mental health is my jam. I work hard to advocate for the mental health of civil servants throughout the country and have been very fortunate to have many opportunities to do this.This Friday I will be telling my story again with a fantastic group of individuals all who work to destigmatize mental health issues through storytelling."This is my Brave" is an awesome non for profit that works hard to advocate for these shows all throughout the country. If you can't attend Friday's show please consider sending a small donation there way if you can. I know it's the holiday season and this is when everyone asks for some cash but you'd be directly helping an amazing program whose message is near and dear to my heart. Ticket purchases: thisismybrave.org/eventsDonations: https://app.mobilecause.com/vf/STAGE/JamesBoomhowerHave a great day and feel free to follow me on Facebook: Fit for duty and IG and Twitter at: @stay_fit4duty Thank you!

In today's episode, paramedic Joey Loehner and I discuss patient advocacy and some of the details on how to do this well. This is part 1 of a 2 part series. 

 

Please check out my friend James Boomhower and hear his story on This is My Brave. 

Here is a message from James:

For those of you that don't know; mental health is my jam. I work hard to advocate for the mental health of civil servants throughout the country and have been very fortunate to have many opportunities to do this.This Friday I will be telling my story again with a fantastic group of individuals all who work to destigmatize mental health issues through storytelling."This is my Brave" is an awesome non for profit that works hard to advocate for these shows all throughout the country. If you can't attend Friday's show please consider sending a small donation there way if you can. I know it's the holiday season and this is when everyone asks for some cash but you'd be directly helping an amazing program whose message is near and dear to my heart.

Ticket purchases: thisismybrave.org/eventsDonations: https://app.mobilecause.com/vf/STAGE/JamesBoomhower

Have a great day and feel free to follow me on Facebook: Fit for duty and IG and Twitter at: @stay_fit4duty Thank you!