Síndrome de Burnout em profissionais de enfermagem do município de Resende: impactos da pandemia do Covid-19

Abstract

The work of nursing professionals has been marked by high levels of physical and emotional strain, which were intensified during the COVID-19 pandemic. In this context, the present study investigated how Burnout Syndrome manifests among nursing workers in a Health Unit in Resende (RJ), considering both the pandemic and post-pandemic periods. This is a descriptive study with a quantitative approach, conducted with a sample of 12 professionals who completed a questionnaire addressing sociodemographic information, diagnostic history, and indicators of occupational exhaustion. The analyses revealed that only 8.3% of participants had received a clinical diagnosis of the syndrome, although all of them reported signs consistent with burnout, including emotional exhaustion, lack of motivation, the perception of excessive effort required to perform daily tasks, and reduced vitality. The responses also highlighted perceptions of work overload, dissatisfaction with working conditions, and a direct relationship between the pandemic period and the worsening of mental distress. The results show that the low diagnostic rate may reflect institutional underrecognition and the persistence of underdiagnosis. It is concluded that it is essential to strengthen occupational health policies, establish continuous psychological support mechanisms, and implement organizational measures that prevent professional illness, ensuring adequate working conditions and promoting quality of life in the healthcare environment.