Compassion Fatigue RN and functional assessments of a

and functional assessments of a resident assessment to be performed by the nurse

Regulatory authorities expect pain to be assessed and managed as do residents and their families

The art of delegation is essential to becoming a better supervisor while promoting team building

Utilizing a case study approach

This responsibility includes noticing and reporting any changes in a resident’s condition

Compassion Fatigue RN and functional assessments of aCompassion fatigue is caused by the emotional demands of constant exposure to human suffering, creating a desensitization to the suffering of others. Compassion fatigue is one of the most concerning issues facing nurses today. It contributes to job dissatisfaction, decreased productivity, job burnout which frequently leads to turnover, and decreased quality of care. Due to the intensity in which long term care workers are caring for residents, they