“Today is the future I created yesterday.”
Welcome to Nurses Love Their Young
We are a recognized 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Public Charity for Charitable Purposes. We provide mental health support for nursing students and newly graduated nurses.
We aim to address nursing students' unique stressors and challenges, promote destigmatization of mental health issues, and create a safe supportive environment where students can thrive academically, professionally, and personally.
Nursing students and newly graduated nurses often face rigorous academic programs and benefit from prioritizing their mental health and well-being throughout their education and careers.
Our organization is passionately committed to providing mental health support tailored for nursing students and newly graduated nurses, while also championing a cultural shift in nursing from 'nurses eat their young' to 'nurses love their young.'
Our ultimate goal is to empower and cultivate a future generation of nurses who are resilient, empathetic, and equipped to provide holistic care to themselves and their patients.
Vision:
Our vision is a nursing community where mental health is prioritized and nursing students and newly graduated nurses thrive academically, professionally, and personally.
We envision a future where nurses love their young, and the culture of 'Nurses Eating Their Young' no longer exists.
Nurses Love Their Young aims to be a transformative driving force, shaping positive and supportive environments that empower nursing students and new graduates, leaving a profound and enduring impact on individuals, institutions, and the broader healthcare community.
Purpose:
The purpose of our non-profit organization is to prioritize and enhance the mental health and well-being of nursing students and newly graduated nurses.
We recognize the unique challenges faced by this group and provide targeted mental health resources, education and community support to address their specific needs.
By fostering a supportive and stigma-free environment, we aim to promote psychological resilience, personal growth, and academic success among nursing students and new nurse graduates.
Mission:
At Nurses Love Their Young, it is our heartfelt mission to revolutionize the culture of nursing, transforming 'Nurses Eating Their Young' into 'Nurses Love Their Young.'
We are dedicated to creating a future where every nurse, regardless of experience level, thrives in a psychologically safe, supportive, and nurturing environment.
Our mission is to cultivate compassion, foster mentorship, and empower nurses at every stage of their careers.
Through our name, we embody an unwavering commitment to ensuring that every nurse feels deeply valued and fully supported on their professional journey.
We are Committed to Both Cultural Change Within Nursing and Supporting the Mental Health of Nursing Students and New Nurse Graduates
Why Are We Called
Nurses Love Their Young?
Our organization's name, Nurses Love Their Young, derives its name from a powerful mission to revolutionize the culture of nursing by transforming 'Nurses Eating Their Young' into 'Nurses Love Their Young.'
We are committed to creating a future where every nurse, whether experienced or newcomers, experience and thrive in a psychologically safe, supportive, and nurturing environment.
Our mission is to create a future in nursing that cultivates compassion, foster mentorship, and empower nurses at every stage of their careers. Through our name, we embody our unwavering dedication to ensuring that every nurse feels valued and supported on their professional journey.
Understanding the Culture of "Nurses Eating Their Young"
In the world of nursing, the term "Nurses Eating Their Young" refers to a troubling phenomenon where experienced nurses, sometimes unintentionally, exhibit hostile or unsupportive behaviors towards new or inexperienced colleagues. This can manifest as intimidation, belittlement, or even bullying in the workplace.
The origins of this culture are complex, often stemming from a hierarchical structure in healthcare settings, high-stress environments, and inadequate support systems for new nurses. Historically, the demanding nature of nursing education and the pressure to perform flawlessly under challenging conditions have perpetuated this cycle.
At Nurses Love Their Young, we recognize the importance of breaking this cycle and changing the culture by fostering a culture of mentorship, support, and compassion. Through education, advocacy, and community engagement, we strive to empower nurses at all stages of their careers, promoting a nurturing environment where every nurse can thrive and grow.
