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Background/Objectives Occupational burnout is a significant health concern among healthcare professionals, particularly among nurses working in anesthesiology and intensive care units who are exposed to high psychological workload. Previous studies indicate a relationship between burnout and deteriorating mental health; however, the role of individual burnout dimensions in shaping overall mental health remains insufficiently explored. Methods: This cross-sectional study included 842 nurses working in anesthesiology and intensive care units. Occupational burnout was assessed using the Oldenburg Burnout Inventory (OLBI), while mental health was evaluated using the General Health Questionnaire (GHQ-28). Sociodemographic variables and subjective assessment of work–life balance were also included. Statistical analyses comprised non-parametric tests, Spearman’s rank correlation, and multiple regression models. Results: The strongest correlations were observed between the exhaustion dimension and the overall GHQ-28 score (rS = 0.539; p < 0.001). Additionally, poorer work–life balance was associated with increased symptoms of mental health disorders (rS = 0.42; p < 0.001). Regression analysis showed that gender, exhaustion, and work–life balance were significant predictors of mental health (p < 0.001). Conclusions: The results indicate a significant relationship between occupational burnout and mental health in nurses working in anesthesiology and intensive care units. In particular, exhaustion and work–life balance were identified as important predictors of mental health outcomes.
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