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Factors Contributing to Emotional Burnout in Newly Registered Nurses in Australia: A Scoping Review.

Kate Hurley, Tracey Ahern, Peter Hartin

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

3 authors.

Kate HurleyCollege of Healthcare Sciences, Nursing and Midwifery, James Cook University, Townsville, Queensland, Australia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0003-6493-4080
Tracey AhernCollege of Healthcare Sciences, Nursing and Midwifery, James Cook University, Townsville, Queensland, Australia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6159-3925
Peter HartinCollege of Healthcare Sciences, Nursing and Midwifery, James Cook University, Townsville, Queensland, Australia.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

aimAround 15,000 graduate registered nurses enter the Australian workforce each year, forming a critical component of a sustainable and skilled workforce. However, the Australian healthcare system continues to face major challenges in the recruitment and retention of nurses. This review aimed to explore the existing literature on emotional burnout among Australian registered nurses during their first year of practice.

designA scoping review was conducted using Arksey and O'Malley's methodological framework to map and synthesise peer-reviewed primary research on emotional burnout in graduate registered nurses.

methodsA comprehensive search of five electronic databases was conducted, including CINAHL, Medline, Emcare, Scopus and PsycINFO, in December 2024. Eligible studies included primary research examining emotional burnout among Australian registered nurses during their first year of practice. Data were charted and reported through a narrative synthesis informed by thematic analysis.

resultsSix studies met the inclusion criteria, spanning 20 years of research. Three main themes emerged: unsupportive workplaces, role stress and workload expectations.

conclusionWithout addressing the challenges that graduate registered nurses face, emotional burnout and attrition from the profession are likely to persist, placing increased pressure on the healthcare workforce. NO PATIENT OR PUBLIC CONTRIBUTION: As this study was a review of previously published literature, there was no involvement from patients or the public in the design, conduct, reporting or dissemination of research.

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Burnout, ProfessionalNursesAustraliaEmotional ExhaustionHumansWorkloadWorkplaceemotional exhaustiongraduate registered nursemental fatiguenewly registered nurserole stress

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PMCPMC13240469

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