Abstract

Healthcare workers are increasingly becoming victims of workplace violence and a loss of personal resources due to poor awareness, training, and intervention regarding workplace violence. According to research completed by Rajabi et al. (2020), healthcare workers are estimated to experience workplace violence nearly sixteen times more than other professional groups of employees. This issue can lead to decreased attendance, job performance and satisfaction, and job retention significantly affecting patient care. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the perception, preparedness, and effects of workplace violence among healthcare workers. The researchers conducted a quantitative, descriptive study utilizing a questionnaire that focused on the sample population’s demographics, perception of workplace violence, preparedness within the facility of employment, and direct effects of workplace violence contributing to healthcare burnout. This study was voluntary, and the survey was distributed via email along with a QRL code shared through social media and placed in participating healthcare settings throughout Mississippi. After data collection, the data was subjected to analyses using SPSS 27 and a chi-square test analysis to analyze the relationship between the specific variables studied. The results of this study showed that most healthcare workers perceived workplace violence as having a detrimental effect on their view of the workplace environment. This perception was significantly influenced by their job role and the healthcare setting in which Registered Nurses (RN)/Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) and those in hospitals reported more negative impacts.

Degree

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Department

Graduate Nursing

Degree Date

2024

First Advisor

Dr. Lindsay Kemp

Document Type

Thesis

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