Self-care advice in an infographic | from NHS National Education for Scotland (NES)

It is so important for staff to prioritise their wellbeing when working in a crisis and busy looking after patients.

NHS NES created an evidence-based infographic with tips to ensure staff protect their psychological wellbeing. These are available to be printed off and put up in wards in or relax and recuperation (R&R) rooms.

The infographic has three sections:

Before work:

• Prepare with colleagues and supervisors as much as possible
• Talk things through beforehand
• Think back to what has helped you
• Try to plan your breaks

At work:

• Remind yourself you can’t take all the stress and distress on your shoulders
• Be compassionate (to yourself)
• Focus on what is important about your work. Connect with colleagues
• It’s normal (to have a range of emotions)
• Let someone know if you are not OK or finding things difficult
• Take your breaks

After work:

• When your shift is over, take time to check in with your colleagues
• Switch your attention (to where you are going)
• Rest and recharge
• Use a ritual (routine) and separate work from rest
• Distract yourself
• Do something you enjoy
• Eat well
• Have a sleep routine and exercise if you can
• Don’t drink too much alcohol
• Reconnect with friends and family

Download the infographic from:
https://learn.nes.nhs.scot/29311/coronavirus-covid-19/psychosocial-mental-health-and-wellbeing-support-for-staff/working-in-a-crisis-daily-psychological-protection

Source:
https://twitter.com/NES_Psychology/status/1251141461103407107?s=19