Impact of the Teaching Nursing Home on Nursing Home Workforce
Author Information
Author(s): Degenholtz, Campbell, Treat
Primary Institution: University of Pittsburgh
Hypothesis
Does the Teaching Nursing Home initiative improve the nursing home workforce and quality of care?
Conclusion
The Teaching Nursing Home program shows mixed benefits for burnout and job satisfaction but helps reduce turnover among nursing staff.
Supporting Evidence
- Emotional exhaustion among staff decreased, but depersonalization increased.
- Overall job satisfaction remained unchanged, but management and leadership satisfaction declined.
- Attrition rates among nursing staff were lower than in matched facilities.
Takeaway
The Teaching Nursing Home program helps some nurses feel less burned out and keeps more of them on the job, but not everyone is happier at work.
Methodology
Data from CMS Payroll Based Journal was analyzed, and staff satisfaction and burnout surveys were conducted at participating nursing homes.
Limitations
Response rates for surveys varied and were relatively low, ranging from 14% to 54%.
Participant Demographics
Nursing staff including registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified nurse assistants.
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