mental wellness and foster resilience. In doing so, we are not only protecting the future workforce but also improving the quality of care they will provide. Remember, your mental health is just as important as your clinical knowledge. Supporting your well-being helps you become a better, more resilient nurse. ____________
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Bio
Camille Chae, MSN, RN, is an Assistant Professor at Palomar College and an Adjunct Professor at United Nursing College. With 13 years of experience as a behavioral health nurse, Camille began teaching as a clinical instructor in 2015. As an experienced and dedicated professional in the field of behavioral health nursing and education, Camille is clearly dedicated to preparing and educating safe, competent nurses at all stages of their careers.
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