PSONS Narrative Medicine Writing Workshop Series: September 3rd Sign-up Survey

PSONS is hosting monthly workshops for oncology nurses this Summer on the last Thursday of every month from 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM PST. This registration is specifically for the session on Thursday, September 3rd (moved one week back from original flyer date).

This workshop is designed to help us process our unique experiences, gain emotional insights, and develop healthier ways of coping with the demands of our vital work. Through a mix of reflective writing and storytelling, we will explore how narrative can protect against burnout and support our long-term well-being.

Registration Details:

Capacity: Participation is limited to 20 individuals to maintain an intimate and engaged environment.

Confirmation: The first 20 registrants will receive a confirmation email and Zoom link within 48 hours of signing up.

Waitlist: Once capacity is reached, subsequent sign-ups will be added to a waitlist. We will contact you if a spot becomes available.

Our Ask: Because space is limited, we ask that you only register if you are fully committed to attending. We are looking for engaged members to embark on this reflective journey together.

1.What is your full name?(Required.)

2.What is the best email to contact you?(Required.)

3.What is your RN License Number? We will need this to offer CE credits after each session. You can find it at this website here: https://fortress.wa.gov/doh/providercredentialsearch/(Required.)

For the following six questions, please indicate how often you experience these feelings. Select the response that best describes your experience in the last month.
Use a 5-point frequency scale: 0 (Never) to 4 (Every day):
0 = Never
1 = Rarely (A few times a year or less)
2 = Sometimes (Once a month or less)
3 Often (A few times a month)
4 = Very Frequently (Once a week or more/Every day)

4.I feel emotionally drained from my work.(Required.)

5.I feel fatigued when I get up in the morning and have to face another day on the job.(Required.)

6.I feel worn out at the end of the workday.(Required.)

7.I feel distress because I am unable to provide the level of care I know the patient needs.(Required.)

8.I feel powerless to change what I believe is wrong in the workplace.(Required.)

9.I feel that institutional constraints negatively influence patient care and cause me anguish.(Required.)

The following questions are designed to be reflective and will provide a baseline for our post-workshop evaluation. They are open-ended to encourage honest, personal responses.

10.How do you currently process difficult or stressful experiences in your nursing practice?(Required.)

11.Do you currently use any creative or reflective practices (like journaling, drawing, etc.) to support your well-being? If so, please describe them.(Required.)

12.What are you hoping to gain from this narrative medicine workshop?(Required.)