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Nursing Standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)
|July 14, 2012
Summary
Nurses with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), including Asperger's syndrome, may face workplace challenges. Employers must provide necessary support and workplace adjustments to enable valuable contributions from autistic employees.
Area of Science:
- Neurodevelopmental disorders
- Occupational health
- Healthcare professions
Background:
- Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), encompassing conditions like Asperger's syndrome, presents unique social and communication challenges.
- Autistic individuals, including nurses, may experience difficulties integrating into workplace dynamics and be misunderstood by colleagues.
- A lack of employer support can exacerbate workplace difficulties for autistic employees.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the experiences of nurses with Asperger's syndrome in the workplace.
- To underscore the need for employer support and workplace adjustments for autistic healthcare professionals.
- To advocate for the inclusion and recognition of the valuable contributions of autistic individuals in nursing.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative self-report from a nurse diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome.
- Analysis of the described challenges in workplace integration and support.
- Case study approach focusing on individual experience.
Main Results:
- The nurse reported a lack of required support from employers.
- Difficulties in fitting in with colleagues and potential for negative perceptions (e.g., 'bad attitude') were described.
- The study implies that unmet support needs hinder the nurse's workplace experience.
Conclusions:
- Autistic nurses can be valuable assets to the healthcare profession.
- Workplace adjustments and tailored support are crucial for the success of autistic employees.
- Failure to provide adequate support can lead to underutilization of talent and negative experiences for autistic individuals in nursing.
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