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Terry Joyce¹, Michael Hazelton, Margaret McMillan

¹Discipline of General Practice, Faculty of Health, University of Newcastle, Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia. terry.joyce@newcastle.edu.au

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Area of Science:

Nursing
Mental Health
Qualitative Research

Background:

Mental illness in nurses is an under-researched area.
Workplace experiences significantly impact nurses' well-being and professional conduct.
Supportive environments are crucial for healthcare professionals managing mental health conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

To explore the lived experiences of nurses with mental illness in the workplace.
To identify challenges and develop insights for creating more supportive environments.
To understand how nurses navigate mental illness within their professional roles.

Main Methods:

Qualitative study design.
Semi-structured interviews with 29 nurses in New South Wales, Australia.
Discourse analysis of interview transcripts.

Main Results:

A significant theme identified was 'Crossing the boundary - from nurse to patient'.
Sub-themes included 'Developing a mental illness', 'Hospital admission', and 'Being managed'.
Most participants reported negative workplace experiences, including peer attempts to enforce professional conduct.

Conclusions:

Nurses with mental illness often experience a difficult transition and judgment from colleagues.
The findings underscore the need for systemic changes to support nurses experiencing mental illness.
Further research is needed to develop effective interventions and support systems in nursing workplaces.