Prioritizing Nurse Well-Being
Marquette's Acute Care Gerontology Program Adapts to Combat Burnout
Marquette University's Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) program has responded to the challenges elder care nurses face exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. With higher burnout rates and staffing shortages, the program has adapted to prioritize mental well-being, integrating self-care practices into the curriculum. Program directors emphasize community engagement and leadership development, aiming to equip graduates to address systemic issues in healthcare. Despite the challenges, admissions to the program have rebounded, reflecting a profession more willing to advocate for change and support each other's well-being. Read the full article here.
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