Prevalence and Associated Factors of Burnout Among Obstetrics and Gynecology Nurses: A Cross-Sectional Analysis

Abstract

Background: Job burnout significantly impacts the quality and safety of clinical nursing care. Given the unique demands of obstetric and gynecological (OB/GYN) nursing, addressing burnout in this workforce is critical for safeguarding both nurse well-being and patient outcomes. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of job burnout and identify its contributing factors among OB/GYN nurses, with the goal of providing evidence-based guidance for clinical nurse management and healthcare policy. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted with nurses in the OB/GYN department of our hospital between July 1 and August 31, 2024. The Nursing Burnout Scale (validated previously for nursing populations) was used to assess burnout levels, and multiple linear regression analysis was applied to identify potential influencing factors. Results: A total of 116 OB/GYN nurses participated. The mean job burnout score was 158.64 ± 16.07, which corresponds to a moderate level of burnout based on the scale's established criteria. Correlation analysis showed significant associations between burnout scores and educational level (r = 0.558), number of children (r = 0.527), professional title (r = 0.604), years of nursing experience (r = 0.622), and average monthly income (r = 0.606) (all p < 0.05). Multiple linear regression further confirmed these variables as significant predictors of job burnout (all p < 0.05). Conclusion: OB/GYN nurses in this study experience moderate levels of job burnout, influenced by multiple personal and professional factors. These findings support the need for targeted interventions—such as tailored support programs for nurses with varying experience or family structures—and highlight the value of using such data to inform hospital management strategies and healthcare policies aimed at reducing burnout and enhancing nursing care quality and safety.