Correctional nursing requires balancing compassionate care with the demands of a high-security environment. This session reframes burnout through the lens of professional identity in nursing, exploring how reconnecting with purpose and professional values can strengthen resilience and clinical autonomy. Learn evidence-based “micro-restoration” strategies, the impact of NCCHC standards, and practical tools that help move nursing practice beyond survival and toward long-term sustainability and growth.

Educational Objectives

• Analyze the relationship between the professional spirit domain and career sustainability
• Evaluate how implementation of the 2026 NCCHC standards can improve outcomes
• Develop a personalized professional wellness plan

Level: Intermediate