Important Update:
United Nurses of Alberta received a letter signed by Minister of Jobs, Economy and Trade Matt Jones stating that a proposal will be taken to the provincial cabinet no later than June 30, 2025 to extend presumptive coverage by the Workers’ Compensation Board to RNs and RPNs for psychological injuries related to post-traumatic stress disorder and other traumatic mental health injuries.
We are no longer collecting petitions. Alberta Nurses for Change will continue to advocate for nurses with occupational stress injuries.
WE WANT YOUR STORIES!
Have you experienced a psychological injury or occupational stress injury? How was your recovery journey? Were you able to return to work? Think about what supports would have helped you in your recovery. Your story is important. We can change details and names so you can remain anonymous.
Email us at abnursesforchange@gmail.com
News & updates
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The Crisis Facing Nurses: The Unseen Battle with PTSD, Moral Injury, and Burnout
Nurses are the backbone of healthcare, especially during times of crisis like the COVID-19 pandemic. Yet, many nurses are facing an unseen battle with mental health conditions like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), moral injury, and burnout. These conditions, often compounded by overwhelming workloads, inadequate support, and ethical conflicts, have led to a growing crisis in…
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Vicarious Trauma in Alberta’s Nurses: The Need for Support and Presumptive Legislation Post-COVID-19
In Alberta, as across the world, healthcare workers have been on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic, navigating unprecedented challenges and experiencing both physical and emotional tolls. While the pandemic has impacted everyone’s mental health, it is healthcare professionals, especially nurses, who have faced some of the most intense pressures. In particular, nurses have been…
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Addressing Healthcare Worker Burnout: A Call for Organizational Change
The COVID-19 pandemic has laid bare the critical issue of burnout among healthcare workers (HCWs). Already under pressure, HCWs were pushed to their limits by the pandemic, facing overwhelming workloads, trauma, and shifting work conditions. While strategies like yoga and exercise are often suggested to manage burnout, these are merely temporary fixes. The real solution…
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