Burnout Level Among Nurses During the COVID-19 Pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has placed unprecedented demands on healthcare professionals, particularly nurses, who have been at the forefront of patient care during this crisis. Burnout is a critical concern that can impact nurses' well-being and the quality of patient care. This study aimed to determine the level of burnout among nurses during the COVID-19 pandemic, considering various demographic profiles and determining a tailored management program to address this issue. Utilizing a descriptive survey methodology, 763 nurses representing various healthcare departments provided information on their demographic profile, including sex, age, marital status, length of working experience, educational attainment, and area of assignment. Burnout was measured using the dimensions of emotional exhaustion (EE), depersonalization (DP), and personal achievement (PA) through validated scales. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and MANOVA tests. The study revealed significant variations in burnout levels among nurses, with demographic variables playing a pivotal role. Findings indicated that age, length of working experience, and area of assignment were particularly influential in determining burnout levels. Older nurses, those with long work experience and rich clinical experience, exhibited lower levels of burnout, and those in specific areas of assignment, particularly in the Emergency Department (ED), showed higher levels of burnout. On the contrary, younger nurses with short substantial work experience, especially 6-10 years, showed comparatively higher burnout levels. The result underscores the critical need for customized interventions to address burnout among nurses effectively. Keywords: burnout, nurses, COVID-19 pandemic