The Mind of Medicine: A Different Healthcare Conversation

Moral Injury and the Wounds We Cannot See

September 22, 2021 Donna Gabriel, MS / Cynda Hylton Rushton, PhD, RN, FAAN Season 1 Episode 4
The Mind of Medicine: A Different Healthcare Conversation
Moral Injury and the Wounds We Cannot See
Show Notes

During this episode, Donna talks with Dr. Cynda Hylton Rushton about moral injury and its effects on clinicians navigating a global pandemic, especially nurses. Dr. Rushton also shares her thoughts on how healthcare organizations can honor the experiences of their clinicians and effectively address their needs.

During this episode, you will learn about: 

  • Moral injury and how it is similar to and different from burnout 
  • The effects of moral suffering on clinicians and healthcare systems, especially during a pandemic 
  • The unique challenges faced by nurses 
  • Effectively using mindfulness to help reduce moral suffering through real-world examples

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Music and lyrics: Nancy Burger and Scott Weber.