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Workplace stress among psychiatric nurses. Prevalence, distribution, correlates, & predictors
J Renée Robinson1, Karen Clements, Colleen Land
1School of Health Studies, Brandon University, 270 18th Street, Brandon, Manitoba, Canada R7A 6A9. Robinson@BrandonU.CA
Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services
|April 18, 2003
Summary
Registered psychiatric nurses (RPNs) experience high burnout and vicarious trauma. Workplace stress reduction strategies are crucial for RPNs, clients, and healthcare services.
Area of Science:
- Mental Health
- Nursing
- Occupational Health
Background:
- Vicarious trauma and burnout are significant workplace stressors for healthcare professionals.
- These conditions can negatively impact healthcare services and patient outcomes.
- Understanding their prevalence among psychiatric nurses is essential.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the prevalence, distribution, correlates, and predictors of vicarious trauma and burnout.
- To assess these issues among registered psychiatric nurses (RPNs) in Manitoba, Canada.
- To identify potential areas for intervention and support.
Main Methods:
- A survey was distributed to 1,015 practicing RPNs in Manitoba.
- Validated instruments included the Maslach Burnout Inventory and the Traumatic Stress Institute Belief Scale.
- The survey also assessed symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Main Results:
- RPNs reported high emotional exhaustion (burnout) and high personal accomplishment (low burnout).
- Vicarious trauma scores were comparable to established norms for mental health professionals.
- Key predictors of burnout and vicarious trauma were identified.
Conclusions:
- RPNs face significant workplace stress, manifesting as burnout and vicarious trauma.
- While vicarious trauma levels align with norms, burnout indicators warrant attention.
- Implementing workplace stress reduction strategies is recommended to support nurses, clients, and health services.