Factors associated with bullying at nurses' workplaces
Kátia Biagio Fontes1, Rosangela Getirana Santana, Sandra Marisa Pelloso
1Universidade Estadual do Maringá, Maringá, PR, Brazil. katia.bf@gmail.com
Revista Latino-Americana De Enfermagem
|August 7, 2013
Summary
Workplace bullying affects over 11% of nurses, with risk factors including having children and working in public healthcare. Understanding these factors is crucial for nurse well-being.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Occupational Health
- Psychology
Background:
- Workplace bullying is a significant issue in healthcare.
- Identifying at-risk nurses is essential for targeted interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify nurses experiencing workplace bullying.
- To determine factors associated with workplace bullying among nurses.
Main Methods:
- A quantitative, descriptive, and exploratory study.
- 199 nurses from public and private sectors participated.
- Data collected via socio-professional questionnaire and Leymann Inventory.
Main Results:
- 11.56% of nurses reported experiencing bullying.
- Risk factors identified: having children, working in public healthcare, 1-3 years tenure, and current bullying experiences.
Conclusions:
- The study enhances understanding of bullying's associated factors in nursing.
- Further research on organizational context is recommended for Brazilian nurses.
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