Compassion Fatigue and Burnout, One Institution's Interventions.

Compassion Fatigue and Burnout, One Institution's Interventions. J Perianesth Nurs. 2019 Feb 14;: Authors: Lee E, Daugherty J, Eskierka K, Hamelin K Abstract Compassion is a complex abstract concept and is generally perceived as an emotional reaction to another person's vulnerability and suffering that motivates an individual wanting the best for the one who is suffering. It is seen as a virtuous and an inherent quality of nursing care. Nurses are exposed to various work stressors caused by myriads of complex professional and organizational challenges. In response, some nurses have developed coping mechanisms exemplified by detachment and distance in the caring relationship, whereas others have fallen victim to compassion fatigue or burnout, stressors that may increase the risk for suicide. There is a direct cost to health care organizations when the staff begin to show signs of burnout and fatigue. It is incumbent on health care leaders to establish assistance programs to improve the quality of work life of caregivers, prevent and remove work stressors to reduce turnover, and retain talent. PMID: 30773407 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Journal of Perianesthesia Nursing - Category: Nursing Authors: Tags: J Perianesth Nurs Source Type: research