Is work causing you to burn out? How to spot the signs

Severely exhausted, feeling cynical or struggling emotionally? You could be burned out by your job.

Studies show that 25-50% of nurses are experiencing burnout in some work settings, which can impact on patient safety. 

It is also linked to increased staff absences and a large driver of nurses leaving their jobs or the profession entirely. 

But how can you spot the warning signs, and can you stop burn out? This episode of the Nursing Standard podcast looks at aggravating factors of burnout among nurses, how to recognise early signs and the impact of working long shifts. 

Our guest is University of Southampton’s nursing workforce lecturer Dr Chiara Dall’Ora who has carried out several studies on burnout within the nursing workforce. 

She talks to senior reporter Alison Stacey about the findings of her latest study and the link between burnout and working 12-hour shifts, as well as tips and strategies for managers on how to make the work environment more positive.

For more episodes of the Nursing Standard podcast, visit rcni.com/podcast

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