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Perioperative nurses and sexual harassment.

Lois Hamlin1, Anita Hoffman

  • 1North Sydney Health, St Leonards, New South Wales, Australia.

AORN Journal
|December 5, 2002
PubMed
Summary

Sexual harassment is prevalent in healthcare, causing significant stress for perioperative nurses. This study examines its nature, effects, and strategies for nurses and organizations to combat this issue in the operating room.

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Area of Science:

  • Healthcare professional well-being
  • Nursing and midwifery
  • Occupational health and safety

Background:

  • Sexual harassment is a pervasive issue within the healthcare sector.
  • Perioperative nurses are particularly vulnerable to workplace stressors like sexual harassment.
  • Understanding the scope and impact of sexual harassment is crucial for improving the healthcare environment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the nature and effects of sexual harassment experienced by registered nurses (RNs) in the operating room (OR).
  • To explore the occurrence of sexual harassment in nursing, with a specific focus on perioperative settings.
  • To identify gender-related issues, costs, and legal aspects associated with sexual harassment in nursing.

Main Methods:

  • Review of recent Australian research on sexual harassment in healthcare.
  • Exploration of the phenomenon within the nursing profession, particularly perioperative nurses.
  • Analysis of gender dynamics, consequences, financial implications, and legal considerations.

Main Results:

  • Sexual harassment is a significant cause of stress for perioperative nurses in Australia.
  • The study details the various forms and prevalence of sexual harassment in the OR.
  • Identified are the detrimental effects, associated costs, and legal ramifications.

Conclusions:

  • Individual nurses and healthcare organizations must implement strategies to combat sexual harassment.
  • Proactive measures are essential to create a safer and more supportive work environment for perioperative nurses.
  • Addressing sexual harassment is critical for retaining nurses and ensuring quality patient care.

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