MultiCare Nurse Renewal Retreat
With Linda Covert, RN, BC-IVC and Kathlene Tellgren, RN, BS, HN-BC, NC-BC
December 3 - 4, 2025
Join a community of nurses who embrace the value of self-care to sustain a caring presence and greater longevity in their practice.
At this retreat, you will:
• Learn relaxation techniques to support your wellbeing
• Explore mindfulness as a therapeutic technique for yourself and your patients
• Practice self-compassion as the foundation of self-care
• Develop generous listening skills for effective communication
• Reconnect to the passion and meaning of your work
• Experience movement, creative arts, poetry, and journaling in a beautiful environment that promotes reflection, resilience and renewal
• Receive 13 Nurse Contact Hours upon completion
The Sacred Waters Center is on the scenic shores of Hood Canal in Union, Washington, and offers a peaceful environment surrounded by lush forests and breathtaking water views. Here is a link to the retreat location: The Sacred Waters Center.
When registering, you have the option to pay $125.00 for an early arrival on December 2. Check-in will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Please note that no meals are provided for early arrivals; please bring food with you or plan to eat out. Here is a link to some local dining options: https://www.explorehoodcanal.com/dining/union. We recommend calling to confirm the hours of operation.
About the Leaders
Linda Covert, RN, BC-IVC
Linda was called to nursing at an early age and has loved it for over 50 years. She has always been drawn to the care of children and families which is where her hospital practice has resided. She continues her work to support the care of families and staff at a Children’s hospital. She is […]
Learn more about Linda Covert, RN, BC-IVCKathlene Tellgren, RN, BS, HN-BC, NC-BC
Kathlene’s early experiences of the natural world kindled curiosity in the interconnectedness of all life and a call to service lead to a decades-long career in nursing. The holistic nursing practice of integrative healthcare was a beneficial career decision that has influenced her facilitation of cancer retreats and nurse renewal programs. She has been a […]
Learn more about Kathlene Tellgren, RN, BS, HN-BC, NC-BCCategory : Health Professional Renewal