Bullying experience and the work environment in nurses: A cross-sectional data analysis
Hyang Baek1, Alison M Trinkoff1
1University of Maryland School of Nursing, Baltimore, Maryland, USA.
Journal of Nursing Management
|June 28, 2022
Summary
Workplace bullying is prevalent among nurses, with over 40% reporting incidents. Inadequate staffing and poor working conditions significantly correlate with severe bullying, highlighting a critical need for environmental improvements.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Research
- Occupational Health
- Healthcare Management
Background:
- Workplace bullying is a significant issue in the nursing profession.
- Adverse working conditions can exacerbate bullying in healthcare settings.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence and severity of workplace bullying among nurses.
- To investigate the association between workplace factors and bullying experiences.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of online survey data from 1,170 U.S. registered nurses (2020-2021).
- Latent profile analysis to identify bullying subgroups.
- Ordinal logistic regression to assess workplace factor relationships with bullying.
Main Results:
- Over 40% of nurses reported experiencing bullying in the past year.
- Four distinct bullying subgroups were identified.
- Severe bullying was significantly linked to inadequate staffing, insufficient work time, and lack of breaks.
Conclusions:
- Improving nurse staffing levels and work environment conditions can help reduce workplace bullying.
- Addressing systemic issues in nursing work environments is crucial for nurse well-being and retention.
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