MedPage Today November 11, 2023
— It’s probably not what you think
Burnout among nurse practitioners (NPs) is at an all-time high. Many NPs (and healthcare providers in general) are struggling right now, feeling mentally, physically, and emotionally exhausted. Many are contemplating leaving healthcare altogether. The factors contributing to this burnout are multifactorial, stemming from a multitude of personal and work-related causes.
For advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs), however, there is one leading cause of burnout.
Before we delve into that, though, let’s explore how burnout can present, focusing on its signs and symptoms.
The main difference between stress and burnout for NPs is reaching the level of depletion. Many burned-out NPs begin to feel detached from their work and personal lives. These professionals no...
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