Job-Related Factors and Burnout among Nurses in Primary Health Care Facilities in Baringo County, Kenya
Abstract
Burnout is a syndrome characterised by emotional exhaustion, reduced personal accomplishment, and depersonalization, often experienced by health professionals. Nurses are particularly prone to burnout due to heavy workloads and occupational stress, impacting their ability to deliver high-quality healthcare. The objective was to establish the prevalence of burnout among nurses working in Primary Health Care facilities in Baringo County and also analyse the job-related factors associated with burnout. The findings revealed that burnout is highly prevalent, with more than half of the nurses (57%) experiencing high levels of emotional exhaustion and psychological fatigue. The results demonstrated that job-related factors, namely workload, recognition, control over work, nurse-to-patient ratio, and supervisory support, had a significant impact on burnout. High workload, inadequate recognition, limited autonomy, and weak supervisory support were the strongest predictors of burnout among nurses. The study concluded that burnout among nurses in Baringo County is widespread and primarily driven by organisational and socioeconomic factors. To mitigate burnout, the study recommends that the County Health Department improve staffing levels, enhance recognition and reward systems, promote participatory decision-making, strengthen supervisory support, and review compensation structures to promote motivation and well-being among nurses
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