The associations of workload, individual and organisational factors on nurses ’ occupational injuries

ConclusionWorking in rotating shifts and work overload was significantly related to all injuries. Decreasing nurses ’ mental workload, introducing guidelines and efficient training in shift work schedules can help decrease occupational injuries among nurses.Relevance to clinical practiceIn order to reduce occupational injuries among nurses, in addition to incorporating advanced management and technology, it is necessary to pay attention to psychosocial, individual and organisational risk factors related to occupational injuries and their frequency in nurses. Also, reducing personnel's mental and occupational pressure should be considered.
Source: Journal of Clinical Nursing - Category: Nursing Authors: Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research