The Nurse Coach role is a relatively new advanced certification for Registered Nurses, with the premier certification offered by the International Nurse Coach Association in 2010, since then more Nurse Coaching education programs have been created to fill the need for this up and coming Nursing specialty.
A Nurse Coach is a Registered Nurse who has chosen to advance their Nursing degree with additional extensive education, practice and mentor-ship to learn the tools, concepts and theories to coach clients and patients towards best health, while preventing disease. Many Nurse Coaches hold a board certification through the American Holistic Nurses Credentialing Corporation.
Nurse Coaches are devoted to the science of healthcare and the art of nursing and caring and are positioned to provide a unique set of skills to support the health journey. They truly understand the healthcare space and value the uniqueness of each individual. This innate knowledge ensures seamless and timely navigation through medical and health challenges, while being fully capable to support clients, patients and families on their path through life, and even in death.
A Nurse Coach believes that each person has their own definition of health and that even in illness, one can find their version of health if one seeks it. They honor those they partner with by listening deeply to the story to uncover growth, healing, well-being and possibility. When you hire a Nurse Coach, you are hiring a partner invested in your journey to feeling your best.
9 Things to Expect When Partnering with a Nurse Coach.
Be Listened to & Heard.
Your unique story needs to be told! A Nurse Coach listens deeply as you share your truth & guides you to answers deep in your soul.
Your discoveries have the potential to change your health destiny.
Prevent and Mitigate Disease.
Nurse Coaches are experts in lifestyle management to prevent and slow down disease. Using the art of caring and the science of medicine, they will teach you skills to ward off disease.
Get the Resources You Need.
Nurse Coaches are connected in your community and will help you understand and navigate the healthcare space, ways to use local sources, and connect you to providers who will support you alongside your Nurse Coach.
Be Surprised by Your Strengths.
Your gifts need to be highlighted! Nurse Coaches reinforce your assets. It feels amazing when someone recognizes your fullest potential & asks you to shine.
Enter the ‘No Judgment Zone’.
You’ve been judged enough. Nurse Coaches accept you as you are. Freely express your fears & desires since Nurse Coaches are bound by confidentiality. Plus, Nurses have been rated the most trusted profession for 15+ years!
You won’t be Told What to Do or How to Do It!
Nurse Coaches know that doesn't work. A Nurse Coach is your partner, helping you see your wisdom. Your wisdom guides you to your power & how to achieve your dreams. The choice is yours.
Clear Your Space.
You are unique & it’s normal to get lost in stagnant patterns. A Nurse Coach will help you refocus & discover your special way of being a blessing to yourself & those around you.
Re-ignite Old Passions & Find Hope.
It can feel frustrating & scary when we lose our purpose in life. Nurse Coaches help you put the pieces together by offering listening ears, options, resources and education, bringing you limitless possibilities.
Develop YOUR Action Plan.
It’s normal to feel lost or confused about your health needs, especially with so much information at your fingertips. Nurse Coaches partner with you to create your personalized plan for a supported and successful health and wellness journey.
There are a wide variety of Nurse Coaches across the United States, Canada and New Zealand.
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