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Reviewing nursing stress according to a proposed coping-adaption framework
1Seton Hall University, College of Nursing, South Orange, New Jersey.
ANS. Advances in Nursing Science
|January 1, 1989
Summary
Intensive care unit (ICU) nurses experience significant stress, often leading to burnout and job dissatisfaction. This review examines stress levels in ICU nurses compared to non-ICU nurses, highlighting impacts on retention.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Occupational Health
- Psychology
Background:
- Stress is a prevalent issue in nursing.
- Intensive care units (ICUs) present unique stressors for healthcare professionals.
- Burnout is a significant concern in high-stress nursing environments.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare stress levels between nurses in ICUs and those in non-ICU settings.
- To analyze the relationship between stress, coping mechanisms, and burnout in nurses.
- To discuss the consequences of stress on nursing satisfaction and retention.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing research and commentaries on nurse stress.
- Comparative analysis of stress factors in ICU versus non-ICU nursing roles.
- Application of stress-coping theory to understand burnout.
Main Results:
- Nurses in ICUs report higher levels of occupational stress compared to non-ICU nurses.
- Ineffective coping strategies are linked to increased burnout and job dissatisfaction.
- Significant nurse attrition from the profession is associated with high-stress environments.
Conclusions:
- Stress is a critical factor affecting ICU nurses' well-being and professional longevity.
- Addressing stressors and promoting effective coping are essential for retaining nurses in critical care.
- Further research is needed to develop targeted interventions for mitigating stress in ICU nursing.