A Study to Assess the Job-Related Stress Experienced by the Nursing Personnel Working in Non-Critical Care Unit of Dhamtari Christian Hospital, Dhamtari (C.G.), with a view to Develop Guide Lines on Stress Management

The present study titled “A Study to Assess the Job-Related Stress Experienced by the Nursing Personnel Working in Non-Critical Care Unit of Dhamtari Christian Hospital, Dhamtari (C.G.), with a View to Develop Guidelines on Stress Management” was conducted to evaluate the levels, causes, and coping strategies of occupational stress among nursing personnel. The study aimed to identify the major strenuous factors such as workload, staff shortage, long working hours, and lack of administrative support, which significantly affect psychological well-being and job performance. A descriptive research design was adopted, and data were collected from nursing personnel using a structured questionnaire. OBJECTIVES: 1. To assess the level of job-related stress experienced by nursing personnel working in non-critical care units. 2. To identify the major sources and factors contributing to job-related stress among nurses. 3. To develop suitable guidelines and strategies for effective stress management among nursing personnel. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The present descriptive study was conducted at Dhamtari Christian Hospital, Dhamtari (C.G.), to assess the job-related stress experienced by nursing personnel working in non-critical care units. The study aimed to identify major stressors and develop effective stress management guidelines. A quantitative research approach with a descriptive design was adopted. Results: The data collected from 60 nursing personnel working in the non-critical care units of Dhamtari Christian Hospital, Dhamtari (C.G.) were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The findings are presented in tables, showing the distribution of demographic variables, levels of job-related stress, and associations between demographic factors and stress levels. Conclusion: The present study titled “A Study to Assess the Job-Related Stress Experienced by the Nursing Personnel Working in Non-Critical Care Unit of Dhamtari Christian Hospital, Dhamtari (C.G.), with a View to Develop Guidelines on Stress Management” was undertaken to identify the levels, sources, and impacts of occupational stress among nurses and to develop effective strategies for its management.