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A M Brown-DeGagne1, G A Eskes

  • 1Health Sciences Centre, Winnipeg, Manitoba.

The Canadian Nurse
|January 29, 1999
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Shift work negatively impacts nurses

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Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health
  • Nursing Practice
  • Sleep Medicine

Background:

  • Shift work is prevalent in nursing, posing risks to healthcare professionals.
  • Previous research indicates adverse effects of shift work on various life aspects.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the multifaceted negative impacts of shift work on nurses.
  • To highlight the implications for both individual nurses and patient safety.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies on shift work and nursing.
  • Analysis of reported effects on performance, health, and well-being.

Main Results:

  • Shift work is associated with decreased job performance and alertness.
  • Negative impacts extend to sleep, physical/emotional health, social/family life, and stress.

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  • Increased risk of drug use reported in some shift workers.

    • Conclusions:

    • The detrimental effects of shift work on nurses have significant workplace consequences.
    • Reduced nurse alertness and performance due to shift work can compromise patient safety.
    • Addressing shift work challenges is crucial for nursing well-being and healthcare quality.