Tackling Compassion Fatigue, an Interview with Katie Owens

Compassion fatigue is a part of the human condition. You are far from alone if it’s impacting your career or life. Healthcare workers have demanding jobs that are often times on the front lines of this global pandemic. With that in mind, it’s understandable that self-care and personal wellness have taken a back seat for many of us during these trying times. Today’s guest on Healthcare Experience Matters is Katie Owens, president of the Healthcare Experience Foundation. Katie joins us for a discussion about compassion fatigue and its impact on healthcare workers.  The truth is that no one person is exempt from feelings of compassion fatigue. Having an awareness about it might just be the first step in ensuring its damages are mitigated.  Compassionate leaders foster a culture of collaboration and build deep levels of trust between team members. These leaders have the power to build loyalty among their peers and the patients they serve. Learn more: https://healthcareexperience.org/compassion-fatigue/