Medicine Research: Nurse Work Environment Quality and COVID-19 Mortality Disparities
Monday, 7 October 2024, 12:58
Nurse Work Environment Quality and COVID-19 Mortality Disparities
A new study by the Penn Nursing Center for Health Outcomes and Policy Research (CHOPR)—published in INQUIRY: The Journal of Health Care Organization, Provision, and Financing—has uncovered a compelling association between the quality of nurse work environments and COVID-19 mortality disparities.
Key Findings
- Work Environment Influence: The study underscores how supportive and healthy nursing work environments can lead to improved patient care.
- Impact on Mortality: Higher quality work settings correlate with lower rates of COVID-19 related fatalities among patients.
- Recommendations for Policy: Advocating for policies that enhance nurse working conditions could result in significant health benefits.
This article was prepared using information from open sources in accordance with the principles of Ethical Policy. The editorial team is not responsible for absolute accuracy, as it relies on data from the sources referenced.