New data shows that nurses with strong support systems experience 57% lower burnout.  Discover what this means for building resilient workforces, creating nurse-first cultures, and  empowering more sustainable careers in healthcare.

<p>Burnout in nursing isn’t just a workforce buzzword—it’s a breaking point. Nurses are navigating long hours, emotional exhaustion, and staffing gaps that stretch them thin. And for healthcare leaders, this has real consequences: turnover, patient satisfaction, and quality of care are all on the line.</p><p>But there’s good news. Recent data shows that nurses who feel supported experience 57% lower burnout. That’s not just a stat—it’s a strategy.</p><p>Whether you’re a nurse mapping out a long-term career or a healthcare leader looking to build a more sustainable staffing model, this insight is a turning point. Resilience isn’t about “pushing through”—it’s about building the right systems, environments, and relationships.</p><p>In this blog, we explore how a 57% reduction in burnout reframes the conversation around resilience—and what both individuals and organizations can do to make it real, sustainable, and lasting.</p><h2>Understanding Nurse Burnout and the Role of Resilience</h2><h3>Why Burnout Happens—and Why It’s Rising</h3><p>For clinicians, the pressure is mounting. High patient loads, low flexibility, emotional strain, and limited support have created a perfect storm. Nurses are leaving roles—and even the profession—at alarming rates.</p><p>Healthcare employers are feeling the ripple effect: productivity suffers, morale plummets, and staffing costs spike.</p><h3>Resilience Isn’t Just About Grit</h3><p>Resilience has too often been framed as an individual trait—something nurses either “have” or don’t. But the truth is: resilience is built. And it’s built by systems that offer psychological safety, flexibility, and community.</p><p>For organizations, this means designing environments that foster recovery and recognition. For clinicians, it’s about finding work cultures that give them space to recharge—and people to lean on.</p><h2>What the 57% Burnout Reduction Reveals About Workplace Support</h2><h3>Connection and Recognition Matter</h3><p>Support isn’t just a warm and fuzzy feeling—it’s a measurable business driver. Nurses who feel valued and seen are more likely to stay, thrive, and lead. Simple actions—mentorship programs, real-time feedback, and peer recognition—go a long way in creating a retention-first culture.</p><h3>The Power of a Supportive Infrastructure</h3><p>For health systems and staffing partners, this is a wake-up call. Investing in clinical support, mental health tools, and thoughtful scheduling isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity. Support infrastructure is the difference between high churn and high performance.</p><h2>Practical Ways Nurses Can Build Resilience Every Day</h2><h3>Find Your Circle of Support</h3><p>Whether you’re working per diem, travel, or full-time, you don’t have to go it alone. Trusted relationships—with fellow nurses, recruiters, or clinical coaches—help you process stress and stay focused on your goals.</p><p>The most resilient nurses don’t just work hard—they work connected.</p><h3>Reflect, Recharge, Repeat</h3><p>High performers aren’t nonstop—they’re intentional. Nurses who prioritize rest and reflection not only avoid burnout, they lead with more clarity and purpose. Protect your downtime. It’s not a break from work—it’s part of how you thrive in it.</p><h2>How Cross Country Helps Nurses Stay Resilient</h2><h3>Career Guidance That Has Your Back</h3><p>From application to assignment to renewal, Cross Country walks with you every step of the way. We offer career coaching, onboarding support, and a clinical team ready to help—because no nurse should have to navigate alone.</p><h3>Assignments That Prioritize Well-Being</h3><p>We don’t just place you in a job—we help you find the right fit. Whether you’re looking for a specific location, better shifts, or a more collaborative team, we focus on roles that align with your energy, not deplete it.</p><p>For organizations, this means you get clinicians who are aligned, motivated, and ready to deliver their best—because they feel their best.</p><h2>Resilience Is the Future of Nursing—Let’s Build It Together</h2><p>Lower burnout isn’t a wish—it’s a strategy. And resilience is the foundation. For nurses, it’s about finding the support you need to grow a lasting, fulfilling career. For healthcare leaders, it’s about designing work environments that make that possible.</p><p>At Cross Country, we believe resilience is a shared responsibility—and our model reflects that. We help clinicians find assignments that empower them, and we partner with organizations to strengthen their workforce strategies from the inside out.</p><p><strong>Let’s build something stronger, together.</strong></p><p>For Nurses: <a href="https://www.crosscountry.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Search Open Assignments with Cross Country</a></p><p>For Healthcare Leaders: <a href="https://share.hsforms.com/1Vu8-Qsg_TDWjln51RJygxAcb5sd?_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8uibQCjxTHTpOsKBVTLcOmlsn9Sl7-wkRxW5nhSwlJD0BmkjprmZ0sZ67UQ9g0k0NYpT0a&amp;__hstc=165642912.7a8c797c085fc76f545f0d865a7f0030.1733470138831.1755519985540.1755588102080.283&amp;__hssc=165642912.2.1755588102080&amp;__hsfp=3344225942" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Connect with a Workforce Solutions Expert</a></p>

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