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Jaymie Payne is passionate about talent acquistion and has nine years of experience in corporate and healthcare recruitment.
Nursing can be a stressful career, so the interviewer would like to learn more about the strategies and techniques you use to reduce or manage stress at work. Give ways that you mentally prepare for your shift and manage throughout. Perhaps you take regular breaks, do some deep breathing exercises, or ask for help from peers.

Jaymie Payne is passionate about talent acquistion and has nine years of experience in corporate and healthcare recruitment.
"I strive to come to work every day well-rested and with a positive attitude and mindset, and I've found that makes an impact on my mood and stress during my shift. I know my limits, and if I'm so overwhelmed that I may make a mistake, I ask my manager for extra support or take a break and regroup. Sometimes, it's as simple as stepping out of a patient's room and taking a few deep breaths."

Jaymie Payne is passionate about talent acquistion and has nine years of experience in corporate and healthcare recruitment.
"Over the years, I have learned many stress-management techniques. I get plenty of rest every night so I'm mentally sharp and focused at work. I also take my meal breaks to regulate hormones and blood-sugar levels to perform at my best. I'm not afraid to ask for help if I need it and to speak up and communicate with my manager if something isn't going well in the unit. Open communication and dialogue among the team keep the shift operating smoothly."

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