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¹Author Affiliations: Nurse Manager (Dr Bauersfeld), Miami Valley Hospital, Dayton; Assistant Professor (Dr Majers), University of Cincinnati College of Nursing, Ohio.

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Workplace violence (WPV) in healthcare is prevalent, with staff often perceiving it as part of the job. Evidence-based interventions are needed, incorporating best practices and staff feedback to create safer healthcare environments.

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Area of Science:

Healthcare management
Occupational health and safety
Public health

Background:

Workplace violence (WPV) incidents in healthcare settings are increasing, prompting urgent calls for intervention from healthcare workers, leadership, and regulatory bodies.
Existing data highlight the need for comprehensive strategies to address WPV and its impact on healthcare professionals.

Approach:

A regional community assessment survey was administered to healthcare workers (HCWs) at an urban tertiary hospital to gather data on WPV experiences, attitudes, and actions.
Qualitative analysis of survey data identified prevalent themes regarding HCWs' perceptions and reporting of WPV.
A thorough review of external evidence was conducted to identify best practices and inform the development of targeted interventions.

Key Points:

Survey data revealed that HCWs often perceive WPV as an inherent part of their job and frequently do not report incidents.
Education and training alone demonstrated minimal effectiveness in preventing WPV.
A significant gap exists between current practices and evidence-based strategies for WPV prevention.

Conclusions:

A multi-faceted approach is necessary to effectively combat WPV in healthcare.
Interventions should integrate findings from best practices research and direct feedback from healthcare staff.
Implementing evidence-based strategies is crucial for fostering a safer work environment for HCWs.