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Thesis/Dissertation Information
- Degree Disciplines:
- Nursing
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- Abstract:
- Background: The nurse’s role has long been regarded as stressful based on the physical labor, human suffering, work hours, staffing, and interpersonal relationships that are central to the functions performed by nurses (Jennings, 2008). In addition, at least three nursing generations coexist at the workplace, adding to the complexity of this problem. Analysis of various occupational stressors, perceived levels of stress, and coping styles among medical surgical nurses of three different generations has the potential to improve patient care and outcomes and decrease financial costs associated with turnover. Purpose: The purpose of this study was to identify and compare the occupational stressors, the perceived stress levels, and coping styles of baby boomers, Generation X, and Generation Y medical surgical nurses. Theoretical Framework: The stress and coping theory of Lazarus and Folkman was used as the theoretical framework for this study. The Theory of Stress and Coping provided a testable model for understanding occupational stress among the three nursing generations. Methods: A correlational design was used for this study. A convenience sample of nurses working at the medical surgical units at a local South Florida Health Care System was utilized. The participants were asked to fill the following questionnaires: a demographic tool, the Perceived Stress Scale, the Expanded Nursing Stress Scale, and the Ways of Coping. Results: Occupational stressors were found to be a significant predictor for perceived stress. There was a significant positive correlation between the variables of perception of stress and ways of coping. There was a significant difference on the scores for perceived stressors and no difference between the three age cohorts on the measure of ways of coping. The mean scores for perceived stressors and for ways of coping were ranked and compared between age cohorts. While the cohorts perceived the same stressors, they coped with the stressors differently. Conclusions: By exploring these variables, it is hoped that nurse leaders have a better understanding of each generation’s needs with regards to occupational stress and that nurses are empowered to make positive changes to their work environment.
- Thesis:
- Thesis (Ph.D.)--Barry University, 2012.
- Bibliography:
- Includes bibliographical references (leaves 102-106).
Record Information
- Source Institution:
- Barry University
- Holding Location:
- Barry University Archives and Special Collections
- Rights Management:
- Copyright Nada Wakim. Permission granted to Barry University to digitize, archive and distribute this item for non-profit research and educational purposes. Any reuse of this item in excess of fair use or other copyright exemptions requires permission of the copyright holder.
- Resource Identifier:
- RT86.W355 2012_WakimNada ( BU-Local )
- Classification:
- RT86.W355 2012 ( lcc )
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