Burnout
in PSWs has been shown to be a contributing factor in poor quality care and
resident abuse incidents. Burnout also has a negative impact on the health and
well-being of the PSWs, which can result in reduced overall staff engagement
and difficulty retaining quality providers. This IDEAS team focused on the followiing; To
enhance joy in work for PSWs in long-term care.
By
January 31, 2019, self-reported burnout levels for PSWs on target units will
decrease by 15%, as measured by the Maslach
Burnout Inventory.