Beyond the Breaking Point: The Curse of Burnout on Healthcare Workers
“The primary concern for burnout is not being able to emotionally take care of each patient individually or uniquely.” Derick S. from Nevada, Respiratory Therapist
The Effects of Burnout
Emotional Exhaustion: Providers can feel drained and overwhelmed by their work demands which can lead to less emotion and genuine care for patients
Depersonalization: Burnout can cause a sense of detachment from patients which may cause healthcare workers to feel indifferent toward patient care
Reduced Personal Accomplishment: Workers may feel incompetent and a lack of achievement in their professional roles overall
Personal Well-being: Burnout is correlated to higher rates of substance abuse, messed up relationships, and even suicide among healthcare workers
Quality of Care: Feeling burned out can impair the quality of care and increase the likelihood of medical errors
Professional Repercussions: Burnout can lead to malpractice suits which can cause serious costs for both caregivers and healthcare institutions
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