At Restore First Health, delivering exceptional in-home care starts long before our clinicians arrive at a patient’s doorstep. It begins with how they care for themselves.
Mesa Curney, RN, Wound Care Certified, is a shining example of how prioritizing self-care directly impacts the quality of care our patients receive. With more than 15 years of experience in advanced wound management, Mesa supports our nurse practitioners in delivering expert wound care at the bedside; using tools like MolecuLight® imaging and Ultramist® therapy, along with in-home lab testing that reduces the need for outside appointments.
Mesa knows that clinical expertise alone isn’t enough. It’s the energy, clarity, and compassion behind every visit that truly makes a difference.
Starting with Intention: A Routine Rooted in Reflection
Mesa begins each day with prayer, meditation, and peaceful reflection, centering her thoughts on how she can positively impact someone’s life. “In order to provide the best care to others,” she says, “my day starts with prayer and meditation. I focus on peaceful thoughts and reflect on how I can make a difference daily in someone’s life.”
Before heading out on the road with our mobile team, she reviews patient charts, coordinates care with practitioners, and ensures patients are informed and prepared for their visit. That thoughtful preparation, combined with spiritual grounding, ensures Mesa enters each home calm, focused, and fully present.
Fueling Her Energy to Serve Others
Mesa’s daily routine is built around physical and emotional balance:
- 7+ hours of restful sleep
- A nourishing breakfast
- Music or audiobooks on the road to reduce stress
- Healthy snacks and hydration to maintain energy and focus
“I leave home in time to allow for extra travel, so I’m not stressed,” Mesa explains. “I listen to jazz violin, gospel, or sometimes drive in silence to gain peace and enjoy the scenery.”
Why Self-Care Is a Clinical Priority
Self-care in health care isn’t just a wellness trend; it’s backed by research. According to a study from the National Institutes of Health, clinician burnout and chronic stress are directly linked to lower patient satisfaction, higher medical errors, and reduced care quality. In contrast, clinicians who report high levels of well-being are significantly more likely to deliver empathetic, effective, and safe care.
One NIH review found that “healthcare worker well-being is directly tied to patient experience and outcomes,” with positive staff well-being correlating with lower readmission rates and better chronic condition management.
At Restore First Health, we recognize that taking care of our clinical staff means taking better care of our patients. By encouraging routines like Mesa’s, centered on preparation, nutrition, rest, and emotional regulation, we foster a care culture where both patients and providers thrive.
Putting the “Care” Back in Health Care
Mesa’s approach is a powerful reminder: excellence in care doesn’t happen by accident. It happens when clinicians are supported in showing up as their best selves, mentally, physically, and emotionally.
Her commitment reflects our broader mission at Restore First Health: to restore health in the home, one patient at a time, through advanced care delivered with intention, compassion, and clinical excellence.
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National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. (2019). Taking Action Against Clinician Burnout: A Systems Approach to Professional Well-Being. The National Academies Press. https://doi.org/10.17226/25521
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