Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa Trial Event

About the Event

This supportive gathering is specifically designed for our dedicated ICU nursing team to strengthen bonds and reinvigorate our collective spirit. In the face of daily challenges and emotional intensity, this event creates a safe space to reconnect, recharge, and rediscover the passion that brought us to critical care. This innovative test event will serve as a foundation for our future team-building initiatives, measuring engagement and identifying sustainable morale-boosting strategies.

What to Expect

A judgment-free environment where ICU nurses can share experiences, acknowledge challenges, and celebrate victories—both big and small. Away from the beeping monitors and urgent situations, we’ll focus on nurturing the human connections that sustain us through difficult shifts. Attendees will experience a diverse range of activities designed to challenge perspectives and foster meaningful connections between team members.

Event Schedule

The day is thoughtfully structured to balance reflection, connection, and forward-thinking strategies for team resilience. The preliminary schedule includes:

• Morning workshops focused on collaborative problem-solving and stress management techniques
• Networking lunch with experienced ICU leaders who’ve navigated burnout and found renewed purpose
• Afternoon panel discussions examining innovative approaches to ICU team wellness
• Evening reception with opportunities for deeper dialogue and celebration of our shared commitment

Speaker Highlights

Fellow ICU nurses and mental health professionals who understand the unique pressures of critical care environments will facilitate discussions on compassion fatigue, team communication, and sustainable self-care practices. Our carefully selected speakers represent diverse backgrounds and perspectives, ensuring a rich tapestry of ideas and insights relevant to our daily experiences.

Why Participate

In the high-stress environment of the ICU, taking time to nurture team cohesion isn’t just nice—it’s necessary for sustainable, quality care. Your participation will not only provide valuable feedback to shape future support initiatives but also offer opportunities to:

• Connect with colleagues beyond the clinical setting
• Gain exposure to practical burnout prevention strategies
• Contribute to meaningful discussions about team support
• Shape the direction of future morale-building programming

Registration Information

This event welcomes all Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa ICU nurses, regardless of shift or experience level. Staffing arrangements have been coordinated to ensure maximum participation without compromising patient care. Space is limited for this initial test event, so early registration is encouraged to secure your place.

Feedback Mechanisms

Your lived experience as an ICU nurse is the most valuable input for creating sustainable support systems. Through group discussions, anonymous surveys, and one-on-one conversations, we’ll gather your insights on what truly helps during difficult times. Your feedback is essential to our process, and multiple opportunities will be provided throughout the event to share your thoughts and suggestions.

Looking Ahead

This gathering represents our commitment to supporting each other through the unique challenges of ICU nursing. The strategies we develop together will inform ongoing initiatives to sustain team resilience and preserve the compassionate care that defines our unit. This test event represents the first step in an exciting journey of community building among our ICU team. The insights gained will directly inform our future wellness programming and strategic approaches to maintaining morale in high-stress environments.