Analytical Review of Psychological Burnout in New Nurses

This essay provides an analytical review of psychological burnout in new graduate nurses, focusing on the impact of contemporary transitional factors, particularly horizontal bullying. The introduction highlights burnout as a significant issue stemming from factors such as independent decision-making, shift work, and workplace bullying, emphasizing its effects on adjustment, anxiety, and job stress. The main body defines horizontal bullying and its detrimental effects on new nurses, who often face bullying from colleagues rather than superiors, leading to psychological distress. The analysis section explores the reasons for horizontal bullying, including inadequate staff management, insufficient training, and overconfidence among experienced staff, while also discussing the role of inappropriate legislative knowledge and monitoring. The essay recommends strategies to address the problem, such as encouraging teamwork, providing training, and promoting conflict resolution, and it concludes by emphasizing the importance of organizational and professional interventions to mitigate burnout and improve patient care. The essay also discusses the impacts of horizontal bullying on nursing care, including medical errors, patient mortality and adverse events.