Burnout in nephrology nurses in Israel.

The purpose of this study was to examine burnout in nephrology nurses working in Israel and explore its correlates in demographic characteristics, job aspects, and extra-professional activities. Total participants included 132 nurses of both genders working in different wards and clinics. They were administered a background information questionnaire and two burnout questionnaires (Maslach and Shirom-Melamed). The findings showed burnout was related to gender, religion, religious observance, number of children, major working place, role as nurse, domain of nephrology, size of unit, and seniority. It was reduced by engaging in sport and hobbies. Recommendations for reducing burnout include attention to special groups with high burnout and engaging in sports and hobbies.