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Taking the Burn Out of Nursing

CERP B 0.33

Expires Jun 04, 2027

Topics: Staffing

Role: Staff, Manager

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Activity Summary

By adapting a "NASA Task Load Index" tool into an ICU acuity tool that resulted in decreased nurse burnout and improve nurse satisfaction. The use of this unique tool resulted in decreased stress as noted on the NASA Task Load Index. This resulted in a 14% reduction in sick calls and late clock outs. The Return on investment was 290%. This is particularly notable as it was implemented shortly before the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic. The information is provided by video and power-point.

Objectives

  • Define how to use a successful tool to improve acuity rating of patients.
  • Determine staffing needs to reduce overtime and burn out through a novel approach for documenting acuity.

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