The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Nurses' Health and Well-being in a Border City

The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Nurses' Health and Well-being in a Border City

The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Nurses' Health and Well-being in a Border City


Dr. Dana Menard

University of Windsor

Dr. Kendall Soucie

University of Windsor

FUNDER: WE-SPARK Health Institute and the Office of Research and Innovation Services, University of Windsor

GRANT DURATION: 2020-2021

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Previous studies have shown that nurses working in hospitals during pandemics may face significant stress due to concerns about their own and their families’ health and safety, high patient mortality rates, ethical challenges associated with patient care and perceived unsafe working conditions. However, the unique experiences of RNs working in border cities and facing different health care systems with different responses to the COVID-19 pandemic is unknown. The purpose of this investigation is to explore Windsor RNs’ experiences of working in hospitals on both sides of the border during the pandemic through in-depth interviews. Results will allow us to identify significant mental health challenges and find ways to support their recovery and resilience during and after the crisis. 

COLLABORATORS

University of Windsor Faculty of Nursing

  • Dr. Jody Ralph
  • Dr. Laurie Freeman
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