Stress reactions and health problems in hospital personnel during the COVID-19 pandemic-A longitudinal, multicenter study

Background: The overarching aim of the study was to (1) investigate how working with COVID-19 patients has impacted work environment, and (2) to identify how factors in the work environment impact adverse health outcomes among hospital personnel (HP), throughout the four waves of the pandemic. Material(s) and Method(s): In a web-based survey altogether 2472 HP participated from four large university hospitals in Norway, whereof N = 680 in April-June 2020 (T1), N = 1073 in December-January 2020/2021 (T2), N = 818 in April-May 2021 (T3), and N = 972 in December 2021-February 2022 (T4). At each time point participants reported on pandemic related work tasks, work environment and adverse health outcomes. Somatic symptoms, psychological distress, posttraumatic stress symptoms and burnout served as outcomes of multivariable linear regression models. The percentage of responders involved in ICU treatment of COVID-19 patients varied between 21% and 40% from T1-T4. Result(s): Reported stressors altered in strength during the 4 waves. Preliminary results indicate that exposure to patients with COVID-19 was associated with more frequent experience of work environmental factors. Compared to colleagues not working with patients with COVID-19 HP reported challenges related to professional competency and training, predictability in teams and work environment, manageable workload, adequate help and support for work stress management, user-friendliness of Personal Protection Equipment and infection protection safety. Furthermore, these environmental factors were associated with symptoms of psychological unhealth on at least one timepoint. Conclusion(s): The results may help guide organizational efforts to maintain professional competency and to reduce stress more efficiently among hospital personnel at different stages in response to long-term crises.

Workload, work–life interface, stress, job satisfaction and job performance: a job demand–resource model study during COVID-19

Purpose: This study, using a comprehensive job demand–resources (JD-R) model, aims to explore the pressures of workload, work–life interface and subsequent impacts on employee stress and job satisfaction, with implications for employee job performance, in the context of working from home during the COVID-19 pandemic. Design/methodology/approach: A cross-sectional sample of employees at seven universities (n = 4,497) and structural equation path analysis regression models are used for the analyses. Findings: The results show that a partial mediation JD-R model was supported, where job demands (such as workload and actual hours worked) and job resources (including expectations, support and job security) have relationships with work interference with personal life and personal life interference with work. These have subsequent negative path relationships with stress. Further, stress is negatively related to job satisfaction, and job satisfaction is positively related to employee job performance. Practical implications: Potential policy implications include mitigation approaches to addressing some of the negative impacts on workers and to enhance the positive outcomes. Timely adjustments to job demands and resources can aid in sustaining balance for workers in an uncertain and fluid environmental context. Originality/value: This study makes a contribution to knowledge by capturing sentiments on working arrangements, perceived changes and associated outcomes during a key period within the COVID-19 pandemic while being one of the rare studies to focus on a comprehensive JD-R model and a unique context of highly educated workers' transition to working from home. [ FROM AUTHOR] Copyright of International Journal of Manpower is the property of Emerald Publishing Limited and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or posted to a listserv without the copyright holder's express written permission. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full . (Copyright applies to all s.)

Occupational stress of elementary school teachers after eased COVID-19 restrictions: a qualitative study from China.

Background: On December 7, 2022, China optimized its virus response and significantly shifted its epidemic policy by downgrading COVID management and gradually restoring offline teaching in schools. This shift has brought many impacts on teachers. Aims: Through qualitative research of thematic analysis, this paper studies the occupational pressure of primary school teachers in China after the shift in epidemic policy. Methods: Two recruitment methods are adopted for this study. One was to email the principals of several primary schools in Zhejiang Province to introduce the research project and indicate the idea of recruiting participants. With their help, we have found teachers who volunteer to participate. The second was to release recruitment information in the network forum (e.g., online teacher forums) to find volunteer participants. Through semi-structured interviews and diaries, 18 primary school teachers from different regions and schools in Zhejiang Province were interviewed. All responses in the interviews were transcribed anonymously. Braun and Clarke's thematic analysis was used to analyze the participants' responses. Results: Eighteen participants took part in the research project. Forty-five final codes, generated from 89 codes initially obtained from the dataset, are classified into five final themes: uncertainty, overburdened, neglected, worry about students, and influence, which reflect the professional stress of primary school teachers following the epidemic prevention policies relaxed. Conclusion: Five themes were identified in the research. The problems described by the participants include burdensome offline activities, being disturbed out of hours, and appearing understaffed for the infection. These problems harmed the participants' mental health, including anxiety, fatigue, stress, and other adverse psychological conditions. Awareness and attention to the psychological situation of primary school teachers after the eased COVID control are crucial. We believe protecting teachers' mental health is necessary, especially in this particular period.

Factors Associated with Job Stress and Their Effects on Mental Health among Nurses in COVID-19 Wards in Four Hospitals in Korea.

Increased workload during the COVID-19 pandemic has threatened nurses' mental health. This study aimed to identify factors associated with job stress in COVID-19 nurses compared to other nurses. Nurses were recruited from four hospitals in Republic of Korea in November 2020. The general sociodemographic questionnaire, job stress, anxiety (GAD-7), and depression (PHQ-9) were used to conduct an online survey. Stepwise multiple regression analysis was used to identify the factors associated with job stress. A total of 290 participants were analyzed: 122 in the dedicated ward and 168 in the nondedicated ward nurse groups. Job stress, anxiety, and depression were higher in nurses dedicated to COVID-19 (4.19 ± 0.59, 5.98 ± 3.92, and 6.97 ± 4.47, respectively) than in the nondedicated group (3.92 ± 0.72 (p = 0.001), 4.98 ± 4.20 (p = 0.042), and 5.92 ± 4.36 (p = 0.047), respectively). Among COVID-19 nurses, job stress levels were higher in 30-39 year olds than in 20-29 year olds (3.71 ± 0.43 vs. 4.04 ± 0.54, p = 0.006) and in non-smokers compared with smokers (3.85 ± 0.49 vs. 3.38 ± 0.53, p = 0.24). Anxiety (ß = 0.34, standard error (SE) = 0.01, p < 0.001) and clinical experience of 5-10 years (ß = 0.23, SE = 0.10, p = 0.004) were associated with job stress. These findings can be applied when devising response strategies for infectious diseases and developing psychological and organizational intervention programs for alleviating job stress in nurses.

Factors Influencing Infection Anxiety in Korean Male Firefighters Due to COVID-19 Infection Status.

This paper describes descriptive research to identify the effects of job stress, COVID-19 self-care behavior, and COVID-19 vaccination status according to the infection and non-infection of COVID-19 on anxiety about the COVID-19 infection among firefighters in South Korea. Data from 205 firefighters working at 10 fire stations were collected from 26 January to 16 February 2023. The variables used were job stress, COVID-19 self-care behavior, COVID-19 vaccination status, and COVID-19 infection anxiety. The collected data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, t-test, one-way ANOVA, Pearson's correlation coefficient, and multiple linear regression. In subjects who were infected with COVID-19, the factors that significantly affected infection anxiety were job stress (ß = 0.247, p = 0.011) and self-care behavior (ß = 0.343, p = 0.011). In subjects who were not infected with COVID-19, the factors that significantly affected infection anxiety were marriage status (unmarried) (ß = -0.260, p = 0.005) and self-care behavior (ß = 0.374, p = 0.001). These results demonstrate that the infection anxiety of firefighters should be prevented, and their physical and mental health should be promoted by considering job stress, self-care behavior, and personal environment.

Study of the Effect of COVID-19 on Nurses' Job Burnout and its Consequences

Background: During the COVID-19 pandemic, nurses experience a high workload and stressful psychological stimuli that affect their mental and emotional health, which may lead to burnout symptoms. Therefore, this study aimed to analyze the effect of COVID-19 on nurses' job burnout and investigate its consequences. Method(s): The present study is an applied descriptive study, and data collection was performed using surveys. The study was conducted on 107 nurses working in Shahid Mohammadi and Khalij-e-Fars hospitals of Bandar Abbas, Hormozgan. The level of job burnout was measured using the Oldenburg Burnout Inventory (OLBI), job satisfaction by Job Satisfaction Questionnaire, and depression by Beck Depression Inventory (BDI). The data were analyzed via structural equation modeling by PLS 3 software. Result(s): Overall, the mean job burnout level was higher than the average (3.45). The results, at the 95% confidence level and the significance value of > 1.96, showed that poor organizational resources and traumatic events have a direct and significant effect on nurses' job burnout;however, the impact of workload on job burnout was not confirmed. The results also showed that nurses' job burnout has a direct and significant relevance with depression, job dissatisfaction, and low quality of care. Conclusion(s): Poor organizational resources and traumatic events increased job burnout. Job burnout increased depression, and also reduced job satisfaction and quality of care. Situational and personal factors have a significant role in decreasing nurses' job burnout. It is necessary to provide a better work environment, good intrapersonal relationships, and personal skills training courses.Copyright © 2023 The Author(s);Published by Kerman University of Medical Sciences.

The Impact of Work Stress on Doctor's Performance through Employee Engagement and Moderation of the COVID-19 Pandemic (Study on Primary Health Care)

BACKGROUND: Doctors at primary health care are prone to have work stress and it can affect their performance. Employee engagement may have close relationship with the doctor's performance during the COVID-19 pandemic. AIM: This study aims to determine the relationship between work stress and the doctor's performance at primary health care using employee engagement mediation and COVID-19 pandemic moderation. METHOD(S): This research is a descriptive study using a quantitative approach which was conducted on 354 doctors at Malang primary health care. The questionnaire was analyzed using partial least square. RESULT(S): The work stress had a significant positive effect on the doctor's performances (beta = 0.257, t-stat = 3.324). Work stress has a significant positive effect on employee engagement (beta = 0.726, t-stat = 22,967). Employee engagement does not significantly affect the doctor's performance (beta = 0.044, t-stat 0.105). Employee engagement does not mediate the work stress effect on doctor's performance (beta = 0.032, t-stat = 0.105). The COVID-19 pandemic did not moderate the work stress effect on doctors' performance (beta = -0.222, t-stat = 0.981). CONCLUSION(S): Primary health care leaders still need to pay attention to factors that can reduce the doctor's performance and employee engagement, include factors that can increase the work stress during the COVID-19 Pandemic.Copyright © 2023 Fida Rahmayanti, Noermijati Noermijati, Armanu Armanu, Fatchur Rohman.

Effects of Covid 19 on Health status and Quality of life among Software Professionals in a Home based work setting - A Questionnaire based Cross Sectional Study

Introduction: Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), was first identified in December 2019 in Wuhan city, China. Following the outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic, to restrict the spread of virus, the Government has imposed strict measures with subsequent lockdowns as a result the home environment has become a workplace for many. Of all sectors the software domain is the most affected. Limited resource facility, work - engagement, work-life balance, family conflicts, stress management have been the challenges faced by these IT professionals working from home Aim: To analyze the impact of Covid 19 on health status and quality of life among software professionals in Covid pandemic through validated online questionnaires using google forms. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional e-survey was conducted using validated questionnaires through google forms following approval of the Institutional Ethics Committee. The questionnaire consisted of 4 open ended and 21 close ended questions.Job-stress, physical and mental well-being, work life balance, work engagement was assessed.The google form was posted in social media channel groups of software professionals for a period of 2 weeks following which the data was collected.Statistical analysis was done using SPSS software version 22.0. Results: A total of 154 software professionals participated in the study. Of which 80 were females and belonged to the 26-30 years age group. 83% software professionals preferred working in hybrid mode. This study shows that working hours increased with increased work pressure in a home-based work setting (61%). Both work life balance and work engagement were fair in a home-based work setting (p-0.0001). Anxiety, depression and emotional problems affected work engagement and work life balance. Some professionals developed physical ailments such as hair fall, vision problems and back ache in a home-based work set up. Conclusion: The findings of this study suggests that emotional well-being, sleep quality,decision latitude,limited resource facilities and job stress affected work engagement and work life balance. Hence undertaking appropriate measures proactively to enhance these factors under crisis conditions may mitigate the negative consequences of home-based work setting and improve the quality of life of software developers in the covid pandemic. [ FROM AUTHOR] Copyright of Journal of Pharmaceutical Negative Results is the property of ResearchTrentz and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or posted to a listserv without the copyright holder's express written permission. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full . (Copyright applies to all s.)

Mediating role of resilience in relationship between occupational stress and depression of staff of centers for disease control and prevention.

[Background] Since the outbreak of the COVID-19 epidemic, staff of the centers for disease control and prevention (CDC) have been burdened with heavy epidemic prevention control, and excessive occupational stress can cause depression and other psychological problems. [Objective] To explore the status of occupational stress, resilience, and depression of CDC staff and potential relationships between them. [Methods] From December 2020 to April 2021, a survey was conducted at provincial and municipal levels, and the stratified cluster sampling method was used at county (district) level to select a total of 3 514 samples. Their occupational stress, resilience, and depression status were evaluated using the Chinese Effort-Reward Imbalance Scale (ERI), the Chinese Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale (CD-RISC), and the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9). Independent sample t test, analysis of variance, chi2 test, Pearson correlation analysis, and mediation test (structural equation model) were conducted. [Results] The positive rate of occupational stress was 34.29% in the CDC staff, the resilience score was 66.28+/-15.32, and the positive rate of depression was 48.58%. Significant differences were found in the positive rates of occupational stress among different groups of gender, age, education background, marital status, administrative duty, weekly exercise frequency, chronic disease prevalence, and participation in epidemic control (P < 0.05);in the resilience scores among different groups of gender, age, administrative duty, weekly exercise frequency, chronic disease prevalence, and participation in epidemic control (P < 0.05);in the positive rates of depression among different groups of gender, age, educational background, personal monthly income, weekly exercise frequency, chronic disease prevalence, and participation in epidemic control (P < 0.05). Occupational stress was negatively correlated with resilience (r=-0.165, P < 0.01). Resilience was negatively correlated with depression (r=-0.383, P < 0.01). Occupational stress was positively correlated with depression (r=0.343, P < 0.01). The structural equation embracing a partial mediating effect of resilience on the relationship occupational stress and depression was established, and the partial mediating effect was 0.039, accounting for 10.46% of the total effect. [Conclusion] High positive rates of occupational stress, reduced resilience, and depression are shown among CDC staff in the context of the COVID-19 epidemic, and resilience partially mediates the effect of occupational stress on depression. The study findings suggest that improving resilience may reduce occupational stress and depression in CDC staff.Copyright © 2022, Shanghai Municipal Center for Disease Control and Prevention. All rights reserved.

Occupational stress and its influencing factors of primary health care workers during COVID-19.

[Background] Since the outbreak of COVID-19, primary health care workers have been facing un-precedented work pressure, and their occupational stress should be taken seriously. [Objective] To analyze the occupational stress situation and its influencing factors of primary health care workers in Guangdong Province, and to propose targeted interventions. [Methods] Using a multi-stage stratified random sampling method, each prefecture-level city in Guangdong Province was classified into "good", "medium", or "poor" category based on its gross domestic product (GDP) in 2019 released by the Guangdong Provincial Bureau of Statistics. In September 2021, four primary health care institutions were randomly selected from each stra-tum, and a total of 1 327 staff members were selected for the study. The Core Occupational Stress Scale (COSS) and a basic information questionnaire designed by the authors were used. Mann-Whitney U test was used to compare the means between two groups, and Kruskal-Walis H test was used to compare the means among multiple groups. The comparison of categorical data was performed by trend chi2 test or Pearson chi2 test;the analysis of factors influencing occupational stress was performed by dichotomous multiple logistic regression analysis. [Results] There were 365 health care workers reporting occupational stress in this survey, and the positive rate of occupational stress was 27.5%. The total occupational stress score in M (P25, P75) and the scores of social support, organization and reward, demand and effort, and control were 45.0 (40.0, 50.0), 20.0 (17.0, 21.0), 14.0 (12.0, 17.0), 12.0 (10.0, 15.0), and 5.0 (4.0, 6.0), re-spectively. The results of dichotomous multiple logistic regression analysis showed that high education, low income, doctor positions, long working hours in a day, and shift work were associated with the occurrence of reporting occupational stress (P < 0.05). [Conclusion] Education, average monthly income, job category, daily working hours, and shifts are factors influencing the occurrence of reporting occupational stress in primary health care workers;targeted interventions should be implemented to reduce their occupational stress levels.Copyright © 2023, Shanghai Municipal Center for Disease Control and Prevention. All rights reserved.

Effects of emotional labor on musculoskeletal disorders among physical therapists in Seoul

Introduction: Healthcare workers, including physical therapists, have some of the most important roles in the healthcare system, as observed during the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic. Physical therapists encounter emotionally and physically vulnerable patients, experience emotional labor, and are exposed to conditions that can lead to job stress and musculoskeletal disorders. We aimed to examine the relationships between physical therapists' emotional labor, its effect on perceived job stress, and the risk of developing musculoskeletal disorders. Methods: We conducted a 30-day survey among 230 physical therapists working in various settings from October 2 to November 1, 2019. Questionnaires, including questions on musculoskeletal symptoms, perceived job stress, and emotional labor, were administered to the participants. Results: The emotional labor sub-factors "overload and conflict in customer service" (β=0.201, p>0.001), "emotional inconsistency and impairment" (β=0.199, p>0.001), and "organizational support and protection system" (β=0.298, p>0.001) affected the job stress sub-factors "physical environment" (β=0.105, p>0.020), "insufficient compensation" (β=0.072, p<0.05), and "relational conflict" (β=-0.083, p>0.024). These job stress sub-factors affected musculoskeletal disorders. Conclusion: To prevent the long-term consequences of work-related strain, physical therapists should receive support for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and developing effective methods of communication with patients. Encouragement of activities for psychological rejuvenation and sharing emotional difficulties with colleagues is also desirable. Moreover, it is necessary to establish a direct line of grievance communication between physical therapists to hospitals. © 2023 The Author(s).

Impact of teleworking as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic on work fatigue experienced by university professors

Objective. To assess the impact of teleworking resulting from the health emergency caused by the COVID-19 pandemic on work fatigue experienced by university professors. Methodology. The research is set in a trans-sectional time frame and follows a quantitative methodology approach with a correlational scope and a non-experimental design. Data were collected through a questionnaire relating to teleworking and work fatigue variables and applied to a sample of 427 professors from higher education institutions in Chile, Colombia, Peru, and Ecuador. Results. The findings revealed that technical and material conditions influence the three dimensions of professor fatigue. Working with students only influences personal achievement, while work-life balance impacts emotional fatigue and personal achievement. Conclusions. Teleworking conditions adopted as a result of the contingency of the COVID-19 pandemic have partially contributed to reducing work fatigue in university professors.

Investigation of Fear of Covid-19 , Work Stress and Affecting Factors in Prehospital Emergency Healthcare Workers

Purpose: Since healthcare workers work in the same environment with infected patients, they have a higher risk in terms of COVID-19 transmission compared to other parts of society, and accordingly, they experience more stress. The aim of this study to investigate the fear of COVID-19, work stress, and affecting factors in prehospital healthcare workers. Material and Methods: The research has a descriptive and cross-sectional design. The research was completed with a total of 399 individuals. Data were collected online using an introductory information form, the Fear of COVID-19 Scale, and the General Work Stress Scale. Results: The level of fear of COVID-19 was higher in women compared to men (B=-1.451, p=0.012), in married individuals compared to singles (B=-1.667, p=0.011), in those with low income compared to those with moderate or high income (B=-2.259, p<0.001), and in those who were vaccinated compared to those who were not vaccinated (B=-1.722, p=0.005). Conclusion: In prehospital emergency healthcare workers, the fear of COVID-19 was higher among women, married individuals, those with low income, those who were COVID-19-vaccinated, and those with high levels of anxiety and depression. Those with low income, high education level, and high anxiety level had a higher level of work stress

Job insecurity during the COVID-19 pandemic and counterproductive work behavior: The sequential mediation effects of job stress and organizational identification and the buffering role of corporate social responsibility.

Swift social and economic environmental changes such as those associated with the COVID-19 pandemic have led to decreased job security. Although numerous previous studies have examined the influence of job insecurity on employee perceptions, attitudes, and behaviors, the link between job insecurity and negative behavior and its underlying or intermediating mechanisms remain underexplored. The significance of an organization's positive behaviors, which fall under the umbrella of corporate social responsibility (CSR), also deserves more attention. To address these gaps, we examined both the mediator and the moderator in the association between job insecurity and negative employee behavior by establishing a moderated sequential mediation model. We hypothesized that the levels of employee job stress and organizational identification sequentially mediate the relationship between job insecurity and counterproductive work behavior as a representative negative behavior. We also hypothesized that CSR activities play a buffering role that moderates the influence of job insecurity on job stress. We used three-wave time-lagged data collected from 348 employees in South Korean organizations to demonstrate that job stress and organizational identification sequentially mediate the relationship between job insecurity and counterproductive work behavior, and that CSR activities function as a buffering factor that decreases the influence of job insecurity on job stress. The results of this research suggest that the levels of job stress and organizational identification (as sequential mediators) as well as CSR activities (as a moderator) are underlying mechanisms in the link between job insecurity and counterproductive work behavior.

The Effect of Job Stress on Nurses' Caring Behaviors and Quality of Life Related to Their Health in Coronavirus Pandemic TT -.

Introduction: Stressed people are physically, psychologically, and behaviorally damaged. This study aimed to investigate the effect of job stress on nurses' caring behaviors and quality of life related to their health during Coronavirus pandemic. Method(s): The present study is an applied and analytical research conducted cross-sectionally in 2021. The study's statistical population was 740 nurses from the hospitals of Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences. The authors randomly selected a sample of 253 nurses using Cochran's formula. The data collection tool was a standard questionnaire. The structural equation model test analyzed the collected data to measure the research hypotheses using SPSS 22 and Amos 22 software. Result(s): The standard coefficient value between stress and caring behavior is -0.47, and the significant value (t-value) is greater than 1.96 (equal to 5.350) at 95% level;therefore, the relationship between these two variables was found significant. Moreover, the standard coefficient value between job stress and quality of work life is -0.55, and the significant value (t-value) is greater than 1.96 (equal to 6.488) at the 95% level, showing a significant relationship between these two variables. Conclusion(s): Considering the obtained results, it is necessary to develop effective strategies, such as staff participation in decision-making, supervisory support, and reducing work pressure for improving working conditions and reducing nurses' occupational stress.Copyright © 2023,Sadra Medical Sciences Journal. All Rights Reserved.

Assessment of stress, anxiety, and depression among the nursing personnel employed in tertiary care hospital during COVID-19 pandemic

Background: Work related stress is an important occupational hazard among the forefront healthcare workers like nursing personnel. It is their demanding nature of occupation which exposes them to a higher risk of developing negative mental states. Aims and Objectives: Objectives of the study were to assess the stress, anxiety, and depression among the nursing personnel and their potential risk factors for stress, anxiety, and depression. Materials and Methods: A descriptive observational study was conducted among the nursing personnel employed in a tertiary care hospital in Kolkata. The data collection was done with the help of a predesigned pretested semi-structured questionnaire having information regarding socio demographic profile, history and personal history, and the questions from depression, anxiety and stress scale following permission from Institutional Ethics committee. The data were compiled, analyzed, and presented. Results: The present study found that 29.09%, 40% and 33.64% of the study subjects were suffering from depression, anxiety, and stress, respectively. Nuclear families, staying at hostel, nonspecific symptoms, COVID-19 exposure, and nonspecific symptoms were significant contributing factors for depression. COVID-19 exposure was significantly associated with anxiety. Nuclear families, presence of nonspecific symptoms were significant contributing factor for stress. No significant association was found with age, educational level, marital status, leisure activity, chronic morbidity, testing, and quarantine. Conclusion: Early assessment of the occupational stress, anxiety, and depression among the nursing personnel can initiate targeted intervention strategies. This would improve their personal and professional quality of life which affects the quality of health-care service. [ FROM AUTHOR] Copyright of Asian Journal of Medical Sciences is the property of Manipal Colleges of Medical Sciences and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or posted to a listserv without the copyright holder's express written permission. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full . (Copyright applies to all s.)

THE IMPACT OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC ON THE ACTIVITIES OF HEALTH CARE PERSONNEL.

To study the impact of the pandemic on the activities of the staff of an organization Aim providing cardiac care. The object of the study is medical organization personnel. The subject of the study is the GBUZ "KKKD" personnel opinion. The study periods are 2012 and 2021. Methods Rating questions were coded with a five-point Likert scale. The mean value and standard deviation (M+/-SD), Pearson Chi-square, p (%) were calculated. The critical level of statistical significance was taken as p<=0.05. The study showed a significant increase in high estimates of the staff performance both at the unit and organization where the respondent worked. The high subjective ratings are confirmed by the objective data of GBUZ "KKKD" activity in 2021. However, the pandemic situation reflected on the personnel perception of their productivity: there is an increase of high productivity positive assessment both in a structural division and in the whole organization. 2021 survey revealed the conditions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic which affected the performance of the staff. Among the most significant ones are the following: the lack of necessary reagents, worsening of financial and living conditions, Results epidemiological restrictions, the lack of actions and orders coordination, heavy workload, fatigue and burnout, the reduction of salary, irresponsibility of patients and their removal to different departments, bureaucracy, the lack of information and staff interaction. The study also showed an increase in the proportion of respondents' answers regarding the inability to work more efficiently from 21.6% in 2012 to 29.4% in 2021, which may be caused by the work stress and the special working conditions during the COVID-19 pandemic. All the reasons why it was impossible to work efficiently during the pandemic were divided into three groups: managerial, personal and clinical-organizational. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on staff performance is evident judging by the evaluation dynamics in two sociological studies. The prior factors of performance improvement and staff satisfaction include: expansion of social benefits, favorable Conclusion moral-psychological climate and working conditions. The study shows that in order to achieve the main goals of medical organization in the conditions of insurmountable risk the personnel have a significant role in making organizational decisions.Copyright © 2022 Complex Issues of Cardiovascular Diseases. All rights reserved.

Job Stress of Medical Staff Working in COVID-19 and Non-COVID -19 Intensive Care Units, Iran: A Multicentre Study

Background: The lack of any definitive treatment of COVID-19 has caused a great deal of stress in communities, especially for those fighting in the front line. In the present study, job stress of medical staff working in Intensive Care Units (ICUs) of patients with COVID-19 was evaluated and compared with staff working in non-COVID-19 ICUs. Methods: This study was performed in Iran with a study population of 80 staff members including nurses, paramedics, supervisors and other medical staff working in ICUs of COVID-19 and non-COVID-19 patients. The Osipow questionnaire was used to assess the job stress level. Results: The mean age of medical staff was 29.72±7.58 years old. The stress score of the male medical staff of ICUs of patients with COVID19 was significantly higher than the female staff and the average stress of employees in night shifts (190.60) was significantly higher than those in the morning and afternoon shifts. In the dimension of responsibility for COVID-19 ICU employees, working in the service department, having a history of COVID-19 infection, working in the NICU and having first-degree relatives with COVID19 caused significantly higher job stress levels. In the dimension of responsibility for non-COVID-19 ICU employees, working in the clinical ward and in the role of boundary dimension, being a supervisor caused significantly higher job stress levels compared to the rest of the staff. Conclusion: It can be concluded that ICU staff are under high pressure during the COVID-19 pandemic in different hospitals of Iran and they need more support to improve their mental health. Copyright 2023, Journal of Iranian Medical Council.