Sonia A Udod1, Greta Cummings, W Dean Care, Megan Jenkins. 1. Author Affiliations: Assistant Professor (Dr Udod) and Graduate Research Assistant (Ms Jenkins), College of Nursing, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan; Professor (Dr Cummings), Faculty of Nursing, Edmonton Clinic Health Academy, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta; and Dean and Professor (Dr Care), School of Health Studies, Associate Vice President, Teaching & Learning, Brandon University, Brandon, Manitoba, Canada.
Abstract
OBJECTIVE: A qualitative exploratory inquiry was used to understand nurse managers' (NMs') perceptions of their role stressors, coping strategies, and self-health related outcomes as a result of frequent exposure to stressful situations in their role. BACKGROUND: Strong nursing leadership is required for desirable staff, patient, and organizational outcomes. A stressed NM will negatively influence staff nurse satisfaction and retention, patient outcomes, and organizational performance. Stress can affect NMs' mental and physical heath, leading to job dissatisfaction and turnover. METHODS: A qualitative exploratory inquiry was conducted using semistructured interviews with 23 NMs and 1 focus group interview. RESULTS: Findings suggest that coping strategies may be inadequate, given the intensity and demands of the manager role, and could negatively impact NMs' long-term health. CONCLUSIONS: Senior nurse leaders can significantly impact the health and productivity of NMs by minimizing the adverse effects of role stress and foster a positive work environment.
OBJECTIVE: A qualitative exploratory inquiry was used to understand nurse managers' (NMs') perceptions of their role stressors, coping strategies, and self-health related outcomes as a result of frequent exposure to stressful situations in their role. BACKGROUND: Strong nursing leadership is required for desirable staff, patient, and organizational outcomes. A stressed NM will negatively influence staff nurse satisfaction and retention, patient outcomes, and organizational performance. Stress can affect NMs' mental and physical heath, leading to job dissatisfaction and turnover. METHODS: A qualitative exploratory inquiry was conducted using semistructured interviews with 23 NMs and 1 focus group interview. RESULTS: Findings suggest that coping strategies may be inadequate, given the intensity and demands of the manager role, and could negatively impact NMs' long-term health. CONCLUSIONS: Senior nurse leaders can significantly impact the health and productivity of NMs by minimizing the adverse effects of role stress and foster a positive work environment.
Authors: Tatiane Araújo Dos Santos; Handerson Silva Santos; Elieusa E Silva Sampaio; Cristina Maria Meira de Melo; Ednir Assis Souza; Cláudia Geovana da Silva Pires Journal: Rev Lat Am Enfermagem Date: 2020-05-11