Enhancing Respiratory Therapists' Well-Being: Battling Burnout in Respiratory Care.

Publication Title

Respiratory care

Authors

Andrew G Miller
Katlyn L Burr
Jerin Juby
Carl R Hinkson, Providence Regional Medical Center, Everett, WashingtonFollow
Cheryl A Hoerr
Karsten J Roberts
Brian J Smith
Shawna L Strickland
Kyle J Rehder

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

5-1-2023

Keywords

washington; everett; prmc

Abstract

Burnout is a major problem in health care and is associated with adverse sequelae for patients, health care workers, and organizations. Burnout among respiratory therapists (RTs) is as high as 79% and is associated with poor or ineffective leadership, inadequate staffing, high work load, non-leadership position, and work environment. An understanding of burnout is necessary for both staff and leadership to ensure RT well-being. This narrative review will discuss the psychology of burnout, prevalence, drivers, mitigation strategies, and future directions for research.

Area of Special Interest

Mental Health

Specialty/Research Institute

Behavioral Health

Specialty/Research Institute

Pulmonary Medicine

DOI

10.4187/respcare.10632