The Experiences of Well-being of Palliative Care Providers in Malaysia: A Thematic Analysis

J Hosp Palliat Nurs. 2020 Oct;22(5):407-414. doi: 10.1097/NJH.0000000000000678.

Abstract

Palliative care providers find meaning in their work, even though stress, burnout, and compassion fatigue can be a concern. In this study, we aimed to explore the experiences of well-being of palliative care providers in Malaysia. Data collected using semistructured interviews were thematically analyzed. Eighteen palliative care providers participated: 9 doctors and 9 nurses. Five subthemes were generated: (1) values and strengths, (2) coping and work-life balance, (3) social support and spirituality, (4) passion and satisfaction, and (5) learning, growth, and transformation. These subthemes were further categorized into 2 themes: resilience and reward. The results may inform the development of interventions in the promotion and sustenance of well-being of palliative care providers.

MeSH terms

  • Adaptation, Psychological
  • Adult
  • Burnout, Professional / etiology
  • Burnout, Professional / prevention & control
  • Burnout, Professional / psychology
  • Compassion Fatigue / etiology
  • Compassion Fatigue / prevention & control
  • Compassion Fatigue / psychology
  • Female
  • Health Personnel / psychology*
  • Health Personnel / statistics & numerical data
  • Humans
  • Job Satisfaction*
  • Malaysia
  • Male
  • Palliative Care / psychology
  • Palliative Care / standards*
  • Palliative Care / statistics & numerical data
  • Qualitative Research
  • Spirituality