High Levels Of Burnout Research Articles

FACTORS AFFECTING NURSING STUDENTS’ DIGITAL BURNOUT LEVELS DURING IN PANDEMIC: A WEB-BASED CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY

Aim: To identify factors affecting the digital burnout levels of nursing students during the pandemic period. Method: The descriptive and cross-sectional study was conducted with 1000 nursing students. Data of the research was collected between March-April, 2021 as online survey by using “Introductory Information Form” and “Digital Burnout Scale”. In addition to descriptive statistical analyses, Kruskal-Wallis test and Dunn-Bonferroni test were used for the comparison of non-normally distributed quantitative variables between more than two groups. Spearman correlational analysis was used for evaluating the relationships between quantitative variables. Statistical significance level was accepted as p < 0.05. Results: Regarding the Digital Burnout Scale scores of the students, average total scores were 2.70±0.92 (Min.=1-Max.=5, Median=2.67) for “Digital Aging” dimension, 3.17±1.06 (Min.=1-Max.=5, Median=3.33) for “Digital Deprivation” dimension and 2.76±0.93 (Min.=1.17-Max.=5, Median=2.67) for “Digital Exhaustion” dimension. Average total score of the overall scale was 2.83±0.86 (Min.=1.04-Max.=5, Median=2.79). Conclusions and Suggestions: Nursing students experienced high level of digital burnout during the pandemic. The year of study of students and the time they spend on digital environments affects the level of digital burnout. Measures should be taken to reduce digital burnout during the distance nursing education.

Burnout and psychological distress among Hispanic nurses across Illinois and New York hospitals: Implications for structural and person-centered solutions

BackgroundDespite high levels of burnout and psychological distress among nurses, few studies have evaluated these outcomes among Hispanic nurses. PurposeTo evaluate the differences in job-related and psychological well-being outcomes for Hispanic and non-Hispanic White nurses and the association of nurse work environments. MethodsCross-sectional analysis of the 2021 RN4CAST-New York-Illinois nurse survey. Multilevel logistic regression models examined the association between nurse ethnicity and job-related outcomes and psychological well-being. DiscussionOur sample included 798 (10.7%) Hispanic and 6,642 (89.3%) non-Hispanic White nurses in 249 hospitals. In unadjusted models, Hispanic ethnicity was associated with higher odds of burnout (odds ratio (OR) 1.21, 95% confidence interval (CI): 1.03–1.42), which diminished when considering the work environment (OR 1.16, 95% CI: 1.01–1.35) and nurse characteristics (i.e., age) (OR 1.01, 95% CI: 0.83–1.21). ConclusionEquity-driven solutions to support the well-being of Hispanic nurses should consider a focus on the needs of young Hispanic nurses and include increased support in work environments.

Emotion regulation skills as a mediator of STEM teachers’ stress, well-being, and burnout

The teaching profession highly stressful, and teachers are often faced with challenging situations. This is particularly the case in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) education, which is a uniquely demanding and challenging field. This study examined the role of emotional regulation (ER) skills in STEM teachers’ stress, well-being, and burnout. The sample included 165 STEM teachers in middle and high schools who completed standard online questionnaires on ER, stress, well-being, and burnout. They were also asked to comment on three videos depicting authentic mathematical and pedagogical situations. The results indicated that contrary to popular belief, seniority was not linked with levels of stress, difficulties in ER, lower levels of well-being, or higher levels of burnout. A structural equation model and bootstrapping analysis showed teachers’ levels of stress predicted their well-being, and this link between stress and well-being was mediated by teachers’ level of difficulty in ER. The study highlights the importance of STEM teachers’ well-being and suggests the need to reduce stress and burnout by providing tools for teachers to regulate their emotions in the classroom.

Psycho-emotional impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on nursing professionals in Ecuador: a cross-sectional study

Aim and objectivesTo analyse the levels of anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, and burnout among nursing professionals working in the Imbabura region of Ecuador during the COVID-19 pandemic and identify the contributing socio-occupational factors.BackgroundThe high demand for care of COVID-19 patients led to increased work pressure on nurses, owing to increased demands for care and shortages of medical supplies and protective equipment.DesignA cross-sectional study was conducted from September to December 2022 using a self-administered questionnaire addressed to nursing professionals who cared for COVID-19 patients.MethodsThe questionnaire included socio-demographic characteristics, the Spanish adaptation of Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS-Spanish), Impact of Event Scale–Revised (IES-R) for the evaluation of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and the Spanish adaptation of the Maslach Burnout Inventory–Human Services Survey (MBI-HSS-Spanish) for burnout assessment. Univariate and multivariate analyses were performed.ResultsOf the 782 participants, 88.6% had a high level of burnout (MBI-HSS-Spanish scale score > 27). Female nurses, nurses with eight-hour work shifts, and older professionals exhibited high levels of anxiety and depression. Prolonged working hours in COVID-19 patient care services were found to be a risk factor for burnout and post-traumatic stress.ConclusionsParticipating nurses presented with a high level of chronic work stress and exhibited signs of anxiety and depression during the period under consideration. Providing nurses with psychological support measures and performing liaison consultations will alleviate the psychological burden on nurses.Relevance to clinical practiceThe study has shown that accounting for the environments where the emotional impact is greatest and how to reduce it would not only reduce anxiety, depression, and burnout in nurses but also improve the quality of care, not only in pandemic.Patient or public contributionNurses contributed to the conduct of the study by participating in the data collection via questionaries.

Digital applications potential to support the mental well-being of nurses: an integrative review

PurposeNurses work in a wide range of roles and settings, each with inherent stressors that can impact mental well-being. High levels of stress, burnout and clinical errors have been linked to the levels of support nurses have in their workplaces. Both consumers and health organisations benefit when nurses can engage in their work with support. Digital applications offer a promising option for supporting the mental well-being of nurses. This paper aims to provide analysis and synthesis of studies from the emerging field of research investigating the potential of digital applications to support the mental well-being of nurses.Design/methodology/approachAn integrative literature review was conducted focused on studies published within the last ten years that employed digital applications specifically included to support nurses’ mental well-being. As part of the review inductive thematic analysis was then undertaken identifying four main themes diversity of digital applications; wide applicability across nursing; differing dimensions of well-being; and challenges to integration.FindingsThe study of digital applications used among nurses is a modern emerging field of research. Digital applications have considerable design variability and are being rolled out across multiple nursing specialities. They target differing aspects of mental well-being, offering promise despite the challenges to integration.Originality/valueDigital applications are an emergent and promising option for supporting nurses' mental well-being. They have the potential to be personalised, cost-efficient and engaging platforms. The fast-paced technological advancement of digital applications will lead to the adoption of novel means of supporting nurses.

Lack of autonomy and professional recognition as major factors for burnout in midwives: A systematic mixed-method review.

The aim of this study was to review the existing evidence on burnout levels in midwives and the main related factors. Mixed studies systematic review. PubMed, Scopus and Web of Science were sourced from 2018 and 2023. Inclusion criteria: quantitative cross-sectional or qualitative articles published in English within the last 5 years. studies with undergraduate or trainee midwives, studies examining the factors in a pandemic setting and those not answering the research question. Potential risk of bias was assessed using the Mixed Methods Assessment Tool (MMAT). A convergent synthesis design was followed through a thematic synthesis using Thomas and Harden's three-step method: inductive coding of the text, development of descriptive themes and generation of analytical themes. Qualitative approaches adopted exploratory descriptive studies and participatory action research. Thirty-six studies were included, with a total of 17,364 participants. There were higher levels of burnout in midwives who were single, under 35-40 years of age, with less than 10 years of experience and those with young children. Stress, anxiety and depression, as well as the emotional impact of traumatic events, have been described as related psychological factors. Although extrinsic work factors such as shifts, workload, pay and interpersonal relationships increase burnout, intrinsic factors such as lack of autonomy and recognition are the main factors related to it. What problem did the study address? Burnout among healthcare workers has been recognized as a global crisis requiring urgent attention, specifically in midwives. What were the main findings? There is a persistent shortage of midwives that is attributed in part to chronic retention difficulties related to job burnout expressed by these professionals. Where and on whom will the research have an impact? We seek to address the paucity of research on burnout in midwives in the current crisis in the profession. Work factors such as lack of autonomy or recognition in the profession carry an associated risk of burnout and job attrition. Understanding the factors that contribute to burnout will enable healthcare organizations to reduce the current problem. PREFERRED: Reporting items for systematic review and meta-analyses (PRISMA). No patient or public contribution.

Prevalence of Burnout Syndrome among Physical Therapy House Officers

Burnout syndrome is a psychological syndrome that is caused by inter-personnel stressors related to prolonged and hectic working hours in a hospital setting. It is overwhelming exhaustion feelings of cynicism, detachment from the job, and lack of accomplishment. Objective: To find the prevalence of burnout syndrome in physical therapy house officers working in the hospitals of Rawalpindi and Islamabad. Methods: The selection of participants was done by the purposive method of sampling and data collection from the 161 included participants was done by using the Maslach Burnout Inventory-Human Services Survey. The analysis of data were done by using IBM Statistics SPSS version 22.0. Results: The means and standard deviation for the three components of burnout were found to be 25.09 ± 9.56 for Emotional Exhaustion (EE), 10.093 ± 5.93 for Depersonalization (DP), and 31.248 ± 9.45 for Personal Accomplishment (PA). The mean values fall in the range of moderate level for Emotional Exhaustion (EE), moderate level for Depersonalization (DP), and low level for Personal Accomplishment (PA). Overall, an average of moderate to high levels of burnout was found in the included participants. Conclusions: It is concluded that physical therapists working in Rawalpindi and Islamabad are at high risk of developing burnout because of hectic routines and because of the reason that they are not being paid for their work

Occupational burnout and their determinants among schoolteachers in Nepal: a cross-sectional study

BackgroundBurnout syndrome attributable to cumulative stressors is highly prevalent among teachers. Despite this, knowledge of burnout syndrome among schoolteachers in lower-middle-income countries are limited, therefore we aimed to investigate self-reported occupational burnout syndrome and associated factors among schoolteachers in Nepal.MethodsA survey was conducted among randomly selected 37 community schools in Kathmandu, Nepal in 2022, with a total sample of 218 schoolteachers (70% male). Occupational burnout was assessed using the Nepali version of the validated Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI-ES). MBI-ES consists of 22 items assessing occupational burnout, which were classified into emotional exhaustion (EE, 9 items, score range: 0–45), depersonalization (DP, 5 items, 0–23), and personal accomplishment (PA, 8 items; 3–48). The greater score in EE and DP and the lower score in PA indicate a higher level of burnout. Various socio-demographic, lifestyle, and work-related factors were examined as determinants of occupational burnout using ANOVA and multivariable linear regression models.ResultsThe mean scores of EE, DP, and PA were 14.99 (Standard Deviation, SD = 9.79), 4.18 (SD = 4.57), and 42.11 (SD = 6.82) respectively. Poor/moderate work ability contributed to poorer ratings of all three dimensions. Teaching special needs students contributed to EE and DP, whereas low physical activity and alcohol intake were associated with PA only. Younger age, being married, language of teaching, having a disability, sub-optimal physical fitness, poor sleep quality, and ever smoking contributed to EE only.ConclusionOccupational burnout among schoolteachers was relatively high. Marital status, lifestyle behavioral, and work-related factors were associated especially with EE and workability was a strong determinant of all three dimensions.Clinical trial registration numberNCT05626543.

Individual factors as predictors of secondary traumatic stress and burnout in forensic inpatient staff.

Secondary traumatic stress (STS) is the indirect traumatisation of a person through the stress of helping or knowing about other's trauma. Burnout is gradual exhaustion in response to long-term work-related stress. Both have negative psychological, physiological and/or organisational consequences; however, the existing research in forensic health care professionals (FHCPs) is limited. One study explored STS in FCHPs and found that lower psychological flexibility (ability to adapt) was a predictor of greater STS. Existing research on burnout in FHCPs suggests that individual differences, such as the ways in which we cope (talking to people vs. using substances), may predict burnout levels. Prevalence findings add to the recent evidence base, which also found moderate levels of burnout. However, this study is the first to find high levels of secondary traumatic stress in FHCPs. Similar to existing literature, the study's findings suggest that FHCP's with lower levels of psychological flexibility and more maladaptive coping strategies may experience greater STS and burnout symptoms, while staff who use more adaptive coping strategies may experience less burn-out. Unexpectedly, staff who reported a more anxious attachment style were burnt-out; however, there are limitations to this finding. Policies and practices in forensic settings should reflect the risk of STS and burnout. Practices or interventions should enhance adaptive coping strategies and psychological flexibility, such as Resilience Enhancement Programmes or Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). INTRODUCTION: Secondary traumatic stress (STS) and burnout literature in inpatient forensic health care professionals (FHCPs) is limited, despite the psychological, physiological and organisational consequences. This study aimed to further this limited evidence base, investigating predictors of STS and burnout in FHCPs. 98 healthcare professionals working in two UK forensic inpatient settings completed measures assessing: burnout, STS, psychological flexibility, coping style, attachment style and a demographic questionnaire recording length of service and the sex of staff. Results indicated high STS and moderate burnout levels. The main predictors of STS and burnout were poorer psychological flexibility and greater maladaptive coping styles, whereas lower burnout was predicted by greater adaptive coping styles and an anxious attachment style. This study has contributed towards a limited evidence base and indicates poorer psychological flexibility and greater maladaptive coping may be risk factors for STS and burnout in FHCPs, whereas greater maladaptive coping may be a protective factor. The findings suggest that interventions such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and coping skills interventions, may offer protective benefits to inpatient forensic healthcare professionals.

Looking Back and Moving Forward: COVID-19’s Impact on the Teacher Labor Market and Implications for the Future

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic teachers reported high levels of stress and burnout, raising concerns about a potential increase in teacher turnover and future teacher shortages. We use administrative data from the 2018 to 2019 through 2022 to 2023 school years to examine how the pandemic affected teacher turnover in Arkansas. We find relatively stable turnover entering the 2020 to 2021 and 2021 to 2022 school years but an increase of 5 percentage points (20%) over pre-pandemic levels entering the 2022 to 2023 school year, representing both higher rates of transitions out of the education sector but also more likely movements to other positions outside regular teaching within the education sector. Importantly, we also find significant heterogeneity in turnover by teacher and school characteristics suggesting a decline in aggregate teacher quality, diversity, and experience. These results suggest potential lasting effects on the composition and quality of the teacher labor force.

Predictive Ability of Self-Care and Psychological Flow in Occupational Stress Among Nurses

Background The nursing workforce is crucial in healthcare systems worldwide and contributes to community well-being. also, Nurses experience numerous psychological, social, emotional, and behavioral shocks and challenges in their work. In Jordan, 43% of doctors and nurses suffer from high levels of burnout, around 55% experience high levels of emotional exhaustion, and 33% of doctors and nurses suffer from high levels of psychological pressure and job stress. Others found that 70% of nurses experience stress. these issues can be reduced by practicing self-care and psychological flow which impact in work-related tasks which are important in effectively addressing occupational stress healthily and soundly. This study aims to determine predictive ability of self-care and psychological flow in occupational stress among nurses Methods This study follows the quantitative technique. sample consisting of 476 nurses in Amman Jordan was chosen. Three scales were developed to meet the study objectives: Occupational stress scale, Self-care scale, and psychological flow scale. Results The study results indicate that self-care and psychological flow levels were low, while the occupational stress level was high. Also, there are a predictive ability of self-care and psychological flow in occupational stress among nurses. Conclusions This study shows that of self-care and psychological flow predict occupational stress among nurses, which helps us to manage the occupational stress among them by giving them self-care and psychological flow practices and healing time.

Impact of Occupational Burnout on the Professional Identity and Self-efficacy of Physical Education Teachers

Occupational burnout is a hot research topic in the field of education.This study targets physical education teachers, surveying 226 physical education teachers from 10 universities in Guangxi Province, China, to assess levels of occupational burnout, professional identity, and self-efficacy, drawing the following conclusions:(1) The overall level of occupational burnout among physical education teachers is "Evident", with dimension indicators ranked from highest to lowest as follows: Personal Accomplishment, Emotional Exhaustion, and Deindividualization. This indicates that occupational burnout is a significant and concerning issue among respondents, with emotional fatigue and moderate personal achievement being the main factors.(2) The analysis of the respondents' demographic characteristics indicates that there are significant differences in occupational burnout among physical education teachers of different professional titles.(3) The overall level of professional identity among physical education teachers is "Evident", with dimension indicators ranked from highest to lowest as follows: Norm identity, Continuous identity, and Emotional identity. This indicates that their professional roles significantly influence their self-perception and identity.(4) The analysis of the respondents' demographic characteristics indicates significant differences in professional identity among physical education teachers of different Ages, Educational backgrounds, Teaching experiences, Professional titles, and Marital statuses.(5) The overall level of self-efficacy among physical education teachers is "Evident", with dimension indicators ranked from highest to lowest as follows: Personal efficacy, Teaching efficacy. This indicates that respondents generally have a high level of self-efficacy, showing confidence in their personal and professional abilities.(6) The analysis of the respondents' demographic characteristics indicates significant differences in self-efficacy among physical education teachers of different Ages, Educational backgrounds, and Teaching experiences.(7) There is a significant positive correlation between the overall occupational burnout of physical education teachers and both personal efficacy and overall self-efficacy, indicating that higher levels of burnout are correlated with higher levels of self-efficacy in these dimensions.(8) There is a positive correlation between the overall occupational burnout of physical education teachers and all dimensions of professional identity, indicating that higher levels of burnout are associated with stronger professional identity in these areas.

Furnace-height FGR location impact of a cascade-arch-firing configuration in ameliorating low-NOx combustion and eliminating hopper overheating for a large-scale arch-fired furnace

This study analyses an alternative to the existing multiple-injection and multiple-staging combustion technique (MIMSCT) of large-scale arch-fired furnaces. The alternative approach is a cascade-arch-firing, low-NOx, and high-efficiency configuration (CLHC) with flue gas recirculation (FGR). The research is necessary as typical 600 MWe large-scale arch-fired furnaces produce high concentrations of NOx and have a high risk of overheating in their hoppers when firing low-volatile coals. Three furnace-height FGR locations were considered in descending order (i.e., FGR through (i) primary burners to mitigate fuel-NO (FGR-PB), (ii) tertiary air to restrain thermal-NO (FGR-TA), and (iii) auxiliary burners to reduce NO (FGR-AB)). Industrial-scale measurements and simulations were conducted in the existing MIMSCT furnace (which was used to verify simulations and compare with the subsequent CLHC furnace results), followed by numerical investigations of the CLHC furnace at the three FGR-locations. The FGR’s NO inhibition in the upstream zone decreased in the following order: FGR-PB > FGR-TA > FGR-AB. Initial combustion and NO generation in the reburning stage was most intense in the FGR-TA configuration (producing the highest NO amounts) whereas the FGR-AB configuration contributed the lowest amounts. As the FGR locations descended, burnout loss dropped a little, while NOx production was initially elevated and then descended. The FGR-PB was optimal among the three options, with a low NOx output of 604 mg/m3 (O2 = 6 %) and combustible level in fly ash of about 5 %. Compared to the MIMSCT, the CLHC not only enhanced the low-NOx environment and shortened the flame penetration but also improved combustion intensity and extended the overfire air penetration. This sharply reduced NOx without affecting burnout nor lowering apparent hopper temperatures. The above results demonstrate that a staged FGR consisting of primary FGR-PB and supplementary FGR-AB, is a promising solution to lower NOx while retaining high furnace burnout levels.

Effect of COVID-19 response work experience on turnover intention among employees of dedicated COVID-19 hospitals in Seoul

BackgroundAccording to previous studies, stress and job burnout among medical personnel increased during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study analyzed the effect of the experience of COVID-19 response work on the intention of municipal hospital staffs to leave their workplaces during the pandemic.MethodsThe 3556 employees who had worked for more than 1 year at one of the eight Seoul Municipal Hospitals that either provided inpatient treatment for quarantined COVID-19 patients or operated as screening clinics were taken as the study population. In total, 1227 employees completed a web or mobile survey between October 21 and November 18, 2020. A chi-squared test was performed to confirm the difference in the distribution of turnover intention depending on whether the employees performed COVID-19 response tasks. Multiple logistic regression analyses were performed to determine the factors that affected the intention to leave.ResultsOf the 1227 respondents, 761 (62.0%) were frontline workers who were the first line of response to COVID-19. Experience with COVID-19 response tasks (OR = 1.59, p = 0.003) was significantly associated with the intention to leave. Additionally, the probability of turnover intention was significantly higher among workers aged 20–29 years (OR = 2.11, p = 0.038) and 40–49 years (OR = 1.57, p = 0.048), unmarried individuals (OR = 1.66, p = 0.005), doctors (OR = 2.41, p = 0.010), nurses (OR = 1.59, p = 0.036), and technical staff members (OR = 2.22, p = 0.009). High turnover intention was found among those who experienced high levels of burnout (OR = 2.03, p < 0.001) and those working in non-directly managed municipal hospitals (OR = 1.87, p = 0.018).ConclusionEmployees directly involved in COVID-19 response work displayed higher turnover intention. Various personal, job, and organizational factors significantly influenced employees’ intentions to leave their positions in dedicated COVID-19 hospitals. These findings suggest the necessity of introducing management programs to aid workers who have experienced sudden changes in their duties and loss of autonomy while performing COVID-19 response tasks.

Burnout among special education teachers: exploring the interplay between individual and contextual factors

ABSTRACT Special education teachers are among the professional figures in the educational sector who risk high levels of burnout. This study explores which variables among individual factors (i.e. socio-demographics, personal self-efficacy, computer self-efficacy) and contextual factors (i.e. collective self-efficacy and work organisation) can predict burnout among special education teachers. Participants included 3171 Italian special education teachers in primary, middle and high schools. They filled out the Copenhagen Burnout Inventory, the Perceived Personal and Collective Self-efficacy in the School Context Scale, the Intrapersonal Technology Integration Scale, and a questionnaire developed specifically to investigate socio-biographical characteristics and teaching organisation. A multivariate LASSO regression model was used to select the most significant predictors. The results identified multiple variables associated with burnout, both among individual factors (e.g. gender, self-efficacy) and contextual ones (e.g. lack of shared involvement in the Individualized Education Program). These results provide new perspectives for planning interventions for special education teachers taking into consideration both their individual characteristics and the context they work in. Limitations of the study and possible further research are discussed.

Personality Traits Correlation with Professional Burnout of Employees from the Advertising Industry

Abstract Research Purpose. The aim of the research is to study and clarify the level of professional burnout, personality traits, their interrelationships, and the impact of personality traits on professional burnout in the advertising industry to make recommendations to advertising company managers. Methodology. The method of quantitative data collection was a 128-item questionnaire, a combination of the Latvian Personality Survey (LPA-v3) (Perepjolkina &amp; Reņģe, 2013); the Maslach Professional Burnout Survey (Maslach &amp; Jackson, 1981) adapted version in Latvian (Vaine, 2019). Data: N=148 respondents, data collected electronically via Google Forms, ensuring respondent confidentiality. Findings. Advertising employees have high emotional exhaustion, moderate levels of depersonalization or cynicism, and high levels of personal achievement reduction. The highest indicators of general personality traits are as follows: openness to experience, conscientiousness, and honesty - humility, while lower indicators are for extroversion, neuroticism, and agreeableness. Emotional exhaustion has a strong positive correlation with neuroticism and a negative correlation with extroversion; depersonalization has a positive correlation with neuroticism, a positive correlation with agreeableness and a negative correlation with extroversion. Decreased achievement or work efficiency has a strong negative correlation with neuroticism, a strong positive correlation with extroversion, and a positive correlation with openness to experience. Burnout dimensions also have very close positive and negative correlations with the sub-traits. There are statistically significant regression models between professional burnout scales and sub-traits: depressiveness and sociability have the greatest impact on emotional exhaustion; the greatest impact on depersonalisation is for depressiveness; joyfulness; friendliness; the greatest impact on changes in performance is for stress intolerance; joyfulness; creativity. Practical implications. With at least 50% of advertising employees experiencing high levels of burnout, it is recommended to organise individual and Team Supervision sessions to prevent burnout and identify the triggering factors in a specific organization. This format ensures that both employees and managers are equally accountable for the outcome and through a focused process promotes overall employee engagement, problem-solving, conflict resolution, understanding of diversity, empathy, and role clarity. No less important, the knowledge of the most common personal traits of Advertising Industries employees will help company managers to make more informed hiring decisions.

Burnout due to Workload: Qualitative Study of Finance Unit Employees at XYZ Hospital Semarang

Hospitals, as critical and high-intensity work environments, often place significant pressure on employees. High workloads, such as long working hours, huge responsibilities, and tight time demands, can be the main factors that cause burnout. The purpose of this study is to determine the level of burnout in the financial unit at XYZ Hospital, determine the determinant factors, and find effective strategies to cope with and prevent the negative impact of burnout. This study uses a qualitative approach as a research model. The research subjects/informants in the research were groups that focused on employees in the financial unit. There were four subjects with female staff. The technique used in data collection is interviews. Data analysis uses several stages, including data reduction and conclusion. The study results show that most employees experience high levels of burnout. A high level of emotional exhaustion indicates that employees feel drained of energy and cannot deal effectively with work pressure. High depersonalization indicates a cold attitude towards colleagues and clients. In addition, low self-esteem suggests a lack of satisfaction and a sense of accomplishment at work.

Burnout syndrome prevalence among Latin American teachers during the pandemic

ObjectiveTeaching is a profession associated with high burnout levels due to its very nature. During the COVID-19 pandemic, teachers in Latin America were expected to adjust to remote teaching. The effect this had on burnout syndrome in the region during the pandemic has not been investigated. This study aimed to compare the prevalence of burnout syndrome among teachers in Argentina, Chile, Ecuador, and Peru based on their work experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic MethodsA quantitative, descriptive-correlational, cross-sectional design was employed. 2,012 teachers across different educational levels answered the Spanish Burnout Inventory (SBI) using an intentional non-probabilistic sampling. Ordinal logistic regression analyses were performed to determine the occurrence of guilt linked to syndrome development ResultsDifferences were found in the dimensions of enthusiasm toward the job, psychological exhaustion, indolence, and guilt for the various samples, revealing Profile 1 and Profile 2. However, sociodemographic variables did not show significant differences across countries. Ordinal logistic regression analyses also revealed guilt as a predictive factor for elevated burnout levels across all countries ConclusionThe findings underscore the complex interplay between burnout and guilt among teachers during the pandemic. Specific burnout profiles were identified, emphasizing the necessity for targeted interventions. Promoting supportive work environments and tailored interventions for high-risk teacher subgroups are essential. Addressing psychosocial occupational risk factors in educational policies is crucial for fostering healthier work environments.

The interaction of occupational stress and job burnout on depressive symptoms in railway workers in Fuzhou city

BackgroundTo explore the relationship between occupational stress, burnout and depressive symptoms among railroad workers in Fuzhou, and to analyze the interaction of burnout and occupational stress on depressive symptoms.MethodsIn this study, 861 railway employees of Fuzhou railway bureau were randomly selected from January to April, 2022. Occupational stress inventory revised edition (OSI-R), China job burnout inventory (CMBI) and Symptom Checklist-90 (SCL-90) were used to investigate the occupational stress, job burnout and depressive symptoms of railway workers. Interactions associated with depressive symptoms were assessed by linear hierarchical regression analysis and SPSS macros (PROCESS).ResultsOccupational stress, job burnout and depressive symptoms accounted for 50.58%, 93.47%, and 11.19% of the study population, respectively. There were intergroup differences between age, marriage status, and length of service (P < 0.05). Occupational stress and job burnout are the main risk factors for depressive symptoms (OR: 2.01, 95% CI: 1.17–3.45; 1.94, 1.69–2.23, respectively). More importantly, further analysis of the interaction between occupational stress and job burnout showed that those with high levels of job burnout had a high-risk effect on depressive symptoms at high levels of occupational stress.ConclusionOccupational stress and job burnout are risk factors for depressive symptoms among railroad workers in Fuzhou City. The interaction of job burnout and occupational stress increases the risk of depressive symptoms.

Identifying protective factors related to burnout, moral injury, and resilience of registered nurses: An exploratory analysis

AbstractNursing leadership continue to grapple with the pre‐existing social, physical, spiritual, and emotional toll experienced by the nursing workforce, further exacerbated by the pandemic. The three‐fold purpose of this current quantitative study was to measure the impact of the pandemic on nurses’ levels of burnout, moral injury, and resilience; measure levels of compassion satisfaction, and secondary traumatic stress; and identify protective factors against burnout and moral injury that could bolster resilience. An electronic survey was created using three validated instruments and sent to nurses in one US state. Bivariate and multivariate analyses were performed. Survey response rate was 5.5%. Respondents reported high levels of burnout and moral injury, and reduced levels of resilience. Protective factors included age, experience, education, and religion, with the older, more experienced, and educated nurse who identified as Christian being found to represent the most protected group. Multipronged strategies are needed to support, sustain, and recover nurses’ mental health across demographics to meet current and future workforce needs.