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http://dx.doi.org/10.5807/kjohn.2022.31.4.147

Influence of COVID-19-related Nursing Experience on Job Stress of Nurses  

Kim, Yeon Hee (Department of Nursing, Daewon University College)
Joo, Hyun Sil (Department of Nursing, Daewon University College)
Lee, Jeong Eon (Myonggi Hospital)
Lee, Mi Sun (Department of Nursing, Daewon University College)
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Korean Journal of Occupational Health Nursing / v.31, no.4, 2022 , pp. 147-156 More about this Journal
Abstract
Purpose: This study aimed to compare and analyze the job stress of nurses with and without in COVID-19-related work. Methods: A structured self-reported questionnaire survey was conducted to assess job stress. The extent of job stress was compared between nurses with COVID-19 (COVID-19 group) and those without such experience (non-COVID-19 group). Multiple regression analysis was performed to identify the factors influencing job stress. Results: Job stress was higher in the COVID-19 group compared to the non-COVID-19 group (t=2.54, p=.12). In sub-categorical comparison, stress driven by a taxing work environment, relationship conflict, and work schedule was higher in the COVID-19 group than the non-COVID-19 group. Multiple regression analysis revealed the job stress was higher among nurses with COVID-19-related work experience than that of non-experienced nurses. The factors affecting job stress of nurses with COVID-19-related work experience included emergency room work, providing nursing assistant for COVID-patients, and caring for these patients. Conclusion: Since COVID-19-related work experience is a major factor that affects nurses' job stress, it is imperative to provide various support measures for nursing assistants such as providing a break from working in an environment with high risk of infection, adjusting work schedules, resolving conflicts between personnel, and securing support.
Keywords
COVID-19; Job stress; Nurses;
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