Nurses dedicate their professional lives to helping others. This care often impacts their personal lives and wellness. Most of the time, nurses would say it’s for the better – the field of nursing is extremely fulfilling. However, institutions are seeing increased reports of the opposite. Staff shortages, increased responsibilities, governmental regulations, andother job factors have contributedto nurse burnout and overall distress.
Burnout, one of the six dimensions of distress, has many negative implications on both a personal and professional level. Professionally, burnout can hinder job performance, change how nurses view their role, and even put patients in danger. Personally, burnout affects demeanor, relationships, and overall quality of life.
This topic is taking over the healthcare industry and institutions are discovering the benefits and tactics behind measuring, monitoring, and taking the necessary steps to improve well-being.
