Understanding Stress and Preventing Burnout in Long-Term Care Settings
Stress is an inevitable part of caregiving in long-term care settings. While manageable stress can inspire growth and productivity, chronic stress can lead to burnout—an emotional, physical, and mental drain that negatively impacts caregivers and residents alike. This course offers a deep dive into understanding the role of stress in professional caregiving, identifying warning signs of burnout, and implementing strategies for stress management and prevention. By fostering resilience, this course equips healthcare workers with the tools they need to maintain well-being while delivering exceptional care.
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Objectives
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Define stress and explain its dual role as both a motivator and a detractor in professional caregiving.
- Identify the symptoms and stages of burnout in healthcare professionals.
- Understand the unique stressors in long-term care settings that contribute to caregiver burnout.
- Apply effective strategies to manage stress and build resilience in caregiving roles.
- Develop action plans for implementing workplace interventions to support stress management and prevent burnout.
Curriculum
Chapter 1: Introduction to Stress in Long-Term Care
Chapter 2: Burnout and Depersonalization
Chapter 3: Stressors vs. Stress
Chapter 4: Time Management as Stress Management
Chapter 5: Identifying Causes of and Managing Stress
Chapter 6: Stress in the Workplace
Price: $12.00
Contact Hour: 1
Course Author
Carey Peerman
Dr. Peerman earned her Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership from Concordia University Chicago (2019), a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Radford University (2001), and a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from Radford University (1998). She is a Fellow in the American College of Health Care Executives, a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator, and a Registered Nurse. Additionally, Dr. Peerman also holds certificates in Healthcare Administration- Long Term Care from Mary Baldwin College, Executive Leadership from The University of Notre Dame, Six Sigma Green Belt/Lean DFSS from Aventa, a certificate in Gerontology from The University of Texas-Austin and is a Certified Quality Professional. She also serves as a Healthcare Consultant and is owner of Clear Edge Consulting, LLC. She is the author of Authentic Leadership: Your Journey to a Five-Star Career and The Resilient Leader: A Foundational Guide to Developing Resilient Leadership Vol.1.
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