Hey! I Could Use a Little Help Here! My Story of Healthcare Workplace Violence

<p>Healthcare workers experience verbal and physical assaults in the workplace daily. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) of the nearly 25000 workplace assaults that occur annually 75% happen in healthcare settings. What happens after a verbal or physical assault? How does the industry culture address this silent epidemic of violence? Where can survivors find support after surviving healthcare workplace violence?</p><p>An RN with over 30 years' experience and survivor of a violent attack by a patient the author realistically discusses the challenges facing those employed in the trenches of healthcare today. Also included are suggestions to promote healing after experiencing workplace violence such as:</p><p>• Providing victims of workplace violence with a first aid kit packed with concrete ideas for regaining physical emotional and spiritual equilibrium</p><p>• Finding your voice to advocate for improvements in healthcare workplace safety </p><p>• Encouraging guided self-reflection through the use of bullet journal pages</p><p>• Acknowledging the personal stories and struggles of those who have been victims of violence in the workplace</p>