SCCM Resource Library-Managing Staff Burnout During a Pandemic

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In this video, Joseph Cavanaugh discusses how to manage staff burnout during a pandemic. He defines burnout as prolonged stress that can lead to emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion. Risk factors for burnout include decreased resilience and decreased levels of grit, as well as personal and professional factors. Signs and symptoms of burnout include increased anger and frustration, frequent absences, lack of work ambition, and decreased empathy. To manage burnout, it is important to focus on basic needs, promote self-care, and provide mental health support. Strong leadership is also crucial in disseminating information, promoting teamwork, recognizing employees, and providing support and compassion.

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Crisis Management, Administration, Behavioral Health and Well Being, 2020

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"This presentation is an overview of proper staff preparation during a pandemic to help avoid burnout.

This is SCCM curated COVID-19 microlearning content."

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Content Type Presentation

Knowledge Area Crisis Management

Knowledge Area Administration

Knowledge Area Behavioral Health and Well Being

Knowledge Level Foundational

Knowledge Level Intermediate

Knowledge Level Advanced

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Membership Level Professional

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Behavioral Health and Burnout

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