ABSTRACT:
Workplace burnout among healthcare professionals has emerged as a silent epidemic, threatening workforce stability, patient safety, and organizational effectiveness. Characterized by emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and reduced professional efficacy, burnout arises from chronic occupational stress compounded by systemic inefficiencies and emotional labour. This paper explores evidence-based strategies for identifying, preventing, and managing burnout within healthcare settings. Emphasis is placed on leadership responsibility, institutional culture, and innovative interventions such as mindfulness-based stress reduction, AI-driven workload management, and organizational resilience programs. A multi-level approach integrating personal coping mechanisms with structural reforms is proposed to safeguard both the caregiver and the care delivered.
Cite this article:
Uma Perwal. Management of Workplace Burnout in Healthcare Professionals: A Leadership and Systems Approach. International Journal of Advances in Nursing Management. 2026;14(1):63-4. doi: 10.52711/2454-2652.2026.00013
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Uma Perwal. Management of Workplace Burnout in Healthcare Professionals: A Leadership and Systems Approach. International Journal of Advances in Nursing Management. 2026;14(1):63-4. doi: 10.52711/2454-2652.2026.00013 Available on: https://ijanm.com/AbstractView.aspx?PID=2026-14-1-13
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