Analysis of Burnout and Occupational Safety in Nurses: A Literature Review

Abstract

Burnout and occupational safety are increasingly recognized as critical issues affecting the quality of nursing care in healthcare settings. This study aims to explore the contributing factors to nurse burnout and associated occupational safety risks through a structured literature review. A narrative review was conducted on 50 national and international journal articles published between 2019 and 2025. The review focused on study location, research design, examined variables, and key findings. The results show that high workload, extended working hours, lack of managerial support, and psychosocial stressors such as role conflict are major contributors to burnout. In parallel, occupational safety is often compromised due to fatigue, mental pressure, negligence, and poorly designed work environments. The findings highlight a strong interrelation between burnout and occupational safety, with both shaped by individual, organizational, and environmental factors. Preventive measures, including workload management and psychological support systems, are essential to improve nurses' well-being and reduce safety incidents. This study underscores the need for integrated interventions targeting both burnout and safety to ensure high-quality nursing services and better occupational health outcomes.