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Nursing practice. Stress and attitudes towards the work environment
Nursing Practice (Edinburgh, Scotland)
|January 1, 1989
Summary
This study surveyed nursing staff in elderly care wards to assess burnout and identify workplace stressors. Findings aim to inform strategies for managing occupational stress and improving staff well-being.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Occupational Health
- Nursing Studies
Background:
- Workplace stress and burnout are significant issues in healthcare settings, particularly in elderly care.
- Understanding nursing staff's perceptions of stress is crucial for developing effective support interventions.
- Existing stress theories, like transactional and Selye's general adaptation syndrome, provide frameworks for analyzing coping mechanisms.
Purpose of the Study:
- To quantify the prevalence of burnout among nursing staff in an elderly services unit.
- To identify specific workplace stressors perceived by nursing staff.
- To explore the relationship between stress, coping, and information needs in this population.
Main Methods:
- A survey was conducted across four wards within an elderly services unit.
- Data collection focused on assessing burnout levels and perceived stressors.
- Theoretical frameworks on stress and coping were considered in the study design.
Main Results:
- The survey identified a notable degree of burnout within the sampled wards.
- Key areas of perceived stress among nursing staff were pinpointed.
- The study highlighted the importance of information in managing stress and altering perceptions.
Conclusions:
- Burnout is a relevant concern in elderly care nursing environments.
- Identifying specific stressors is essential for targeted stress management programs.
- Providing information and education on stress management can empower nursing staff and improve their coping abilities.