Originally published in the Journal of Professional Nursing

Zangaro GA et al, 2023

This journal article presents a thorough review of strategies aimed at bolstering resilience among healthcare professionals. It examines various interventions and approaches designed to support the mental and emotional well-being of healthcare workers, particularly in high-stress environments. The review synthesizes existing research to identify effective methods for fostering resilience, thereby contributing to improved job satisfaction and reduced burnout rates.​

Highlights

• Nurse faculty experienced moderate levels of exhaustion, disengagement, and burnout.
• Highest burnout was among 35–54 year olds and assistant and associate professors.
• Doctoral faculty reported highest levels of exhaustion, disengagement, and burnout.
• Tenure track faculty reported higher exhaustion, burnout as compared to non-tenure.
• Burnout and job satisfaction were inversely related.

Healthcare organizations seeking to enhance workforce resilience will find this resource invaluable. By implementing the evidence-based strategies discussed, institutions can better support their staff, leading to a more robust and effective healthcare system. This, in turn, ensures higher quality patient care and a more sustainable work environment for healthcare professionals.

Zangaro, G. A., Rosseter, R., Trautman, D., & Leaver, C. (2023). Burnout among academic nursing faculty. Journal of Professional Nursing, 48, 54–59. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.profnurs.2023.06.001.