Compassion Fatigue of Nurses in Level Two Hospitals at Puerto Princesa, Palawan

Mark Allen Cepeda Manzano; Sonia D Ygloria

doi:10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i02.71897

Compassion Fatigue of Nurses in Level Two Hospitals at Puerto Princesa, Palawan

Author(s)	Mr. Mark Allen Cepeda Manzano, Prof. Sonia D Ygloria
Country	Philippines
Abstract	Nursing is fundamentally a profession of compassion, yet continuous self-giving risks compassion fatigue (CF), defined as the "loss of the ability to nurture". This study investigated CF among 198 registered nurses in Level 2 private hospitals in Puerto Princesa, Palawan, focusing on how work, client, and personal environments influence professional quality of life. Employing a descriptive-correlational design, the research utilized a multi-part questionnaire including the ProQOL v.5 a modified Work Environment Questionnaire, a Client Environment Survey based on patient acuity, and the Highly Sensitive Person Scale. Results indicated moderate levels of both CF and compassion satisfaction (CS) among respondents. Statistical analysis showed that a supportive work environment significantly decreased CF (r = -0.149) and increased CS (rho = 0.438). A demanding client environment significantly increased CF (r = 0.174) but did not affect CS. Notably, a highly sensitive personality was significantly associated with both higher CF (r = 0.320) and higher CS (rho = 0.266). Among demographics, only monthly income showed a significant difference in CF (p = 0.042), with the lowest earners experiencing the highest fatigue. A significant negative correlation (r = -0.251) confirmed that CS buffers CF. The study concluded that environmental conditions and personal traits concurrently shape the nursing experience. While challenging patient demands cause emotional exhaustion, they do not necessarily diminish the fulfillment gained from care. To address these findings, the CARE (Compassion Advancement & Resilience Enhancement) Program was proposed to strengthen leadership, workload management, emotional resilience and economic well-being.
Keywords	Compassion Fatigue, Compassion Satisfaction, Work Environment, Personal Environment, Client Environment, CARE Program
Field	Medical / Pharmacy
Published In	Volume 8, Issue 2, March-April 2026
Published On	2026-03-19
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i02.71897

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