Determinants of perceived stress among healthcare workers
I. Sellami, A. Abbes, A. Feki, M. L. Masmoudi, M. Hajjaji, K. Jmal HammamiIntroduction
Healthcare workers (HCWs) are frequently exposed to demanding work conditions that can lead to high levels of perceived stress. This stress may compromise their well-being, reduce job satisfaction, and negatively impact the quality of patient care.
Objectives
This study aimed to identify the determinants of perceived stress among HCWs.
Methods
We conducted a descriptive, analytical, cross-sectional survey among HCWs using a self-administered questionnaire. Socio-professional characteristics were collected, job satisfaction was assessed with a single-item measure, and perceived stress was evaluated using the Perceived Stress Scale.
Results
A total of 57 healthcare workers participated in the study with 52.6% of them were female. The mean age of participants was 36.1 ±10.2 years. The mean of the tenure of job was 15 ±11.5 years. The mean of job satisfaction was 3.4 ±1.2. The mean of perceived stress was 19.2 ±11.5. We found 3.5% of participants presented low stress, 93% moderate stress and 3.5% presented high perceived stress. Higher job satisfaction was a protective factor against stress (p = 0.04, r = -0.2).
Conclusions
Job satisfaction had a significant impact on perceived stress among HCWs. Improving work environments is therefore essential to safeguard staff health and enhance the quality of patient care.
Disclosure of Interest
None Declared