HCTW news: Survey spells out danger in the workplace
Staff Development Weekly: Insight on Evidence-Based Practice in Education, July 3, 2008
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High stress levels, the prevalence of needlestick injuries, and heavy workloads top the list of nursing workplace hazards, according to a recent survey distributed by the American Nurses Association (ANA) that outlined concerns for staff safety.
In the comprehensive survey, 64% of the 700+ nurses surveyed said that needlestick injuries and blood-borne infections were a major concern. The majority of those surveyed-55%-said they believed their workplace safety climate negatively affects their personal safety.
The survey also reported that 89% of nurses suffered from increasing workloads, while 84% reported rising stress levels. Researchers say the results indicate that, in order to enhance the safety of all healthcare workers, improvements need to be made in the workplace environment and with staffing levels.
Sources: American Nurses Association, Press Associates Inc.
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