Occupational Burnout: Florida Public Health Workforce During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Tracy Gates1, Blake Scott, Kelsey Merlo
1From the College of Public Health, University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida (T.G., B.S., D.C., E.D., C.M., J.M.); Department of Psychology, University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida (K.M.); and Sunshine Education and Research Center, Tampa, Florida (B.S., K.M., J.M.).
Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine
|December 2, 2024
Summary
Half of Florida
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Occupational Health
- Health Services Research
Background:
- Florida's public health workforce experienced significant strain from the COVID-19 pandemic and severe weather events.
- Understanding workforce well-being is crucial for maintaining public health infrastructure.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess burnout levels among Florida Department of Health workers.
- To identify factors contributing to burnout and strategies for workforce support.
Main Methods:
- A 2021 cross-sectional survey was administered to 891 Florida Department of Health employees.
- The survey evaluated burnout, job satisfaction, turnover intention, demands, resources, and organizational support.
Main Results:
- Burnout was reported by approximately 50% of respondents.
- Burnout correlated with lower job satisfaction and increased intention to leave.
- Key support strategies include enhanced staffing, compensation, flexibility, training, resources, and leadership.
Conclusions:
- Supporting the public health workforce is essential for Florida's population health.
- Proactive strategies are needed to mitigate burnout and retain essential personnel amidst ongoing crises.
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