Compassion Fatigue in the Healthcare Industry

Amid chronic staffing shortages and rising patient demand, compassion fatigue is taking a toll on those in healthcare. Nearly 90 percent of healthcare professionals report experiencing moderate to severe levels. 

In this latest episode of Wellbeing at Work, a podcast by Workplace Options (WPO), a TELUS Health company, marketing specialist Emily Morgan and clinical counselor Kender Wu explore what's behind the rise in fatigue, what organizations can do to respond, and how WPO demonstrates what it means to lead a psychosocially safe, people-centered workplace.

Together they unpack:

• The common factors that contribute to compassion fatigue
• Its impact on individual and organizational wellbeing
• Strategies organizations can use to cultivate resilience
• How Workplace Options leads by example

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Disclaimer: This content is intended for general information only. It does not provide the reader with specific direction, advice, or recommendations. You may wish to contact an appropriate professional for questions concerning your particular situation.