Title : Compassion Fatigue in Advanced Practice Providers: Can Self-Care Interventions Improve Compassion Fatigue?
Abstract:
Compassion fatigue (CF) is the experience of fatigue or dissatisfaction related to the physical, emotional, and psychological stress of caring for others. The healthcare industry has been significantly impacted by the growing problem of compassion fatigue (CF) over the years. While research has focused on healthcare professionals like physicians and nursing staff, there have been limited studies conducted on Nurse Practitioners (NPs) and other Advanced Practice Providers (APPs). The goal was to develop an evidence-based program for APPs, specifically nurse practitioners, physician associates, and nurse midwives, who participate in self-care interventions, mindfulness, and gratitude training, will experience reduced levels of CF and increased CS. Assess APP’s baseline survey data with post survey data for improvement or change. The research was gathered from 3 databases to support the foundation and development of this program: CINAHL Ultimate, PubMed, and Web of Science. These are the databases to identify 15 of the 48 relevant studies. After a review of the research, early prevention, treatment, assessment, and targeted interventions, including self-compassion, gratitude training, and mindfulness, can help APPs' health and overall well-being. It is imperative to address the evident gap in evidence-based research for APPs that tackle compassion fatigue and compassion satisfaction.
Audience Take Away:
- Participants will learn the importance of compassion fatigue, why we need to take action against it and how it applies directly to APPS
- Participants Will learn about the 3 modules that I have used to create a compassion fatigue training program.
- Participants will gain insight on the importance of gratitude training, self-care, and mindfulness. There will be new concepts introduced on different interventions.
