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Why Focusing on Professional Burnout Is Not Enough

Perlo J, Feeley D. Why focusing on professional burnout is not enough. Journal of Healthcare Management: 2018 March-April;63(2):85-89.

The goals of delivering exceptional patient care and improving the health of our communities go beyond preventing and treating caregiver burnout. The Institute for Healthcare Improvement suggests shifting the focus from “burnout” to “joy in work.” This article describes the role of leaders and four proven steps to create joy in work.

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