Assessment of nurses' perceptions of their workload in a University Hospital

Document Type : Research articles

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1 Faculty of Nursing, B.Sc. in Nursing, Nursing Specialist.

2 Assistant professor, Nursing Administration Department, Faculty of Nursing, Alexandria University,

Abstract

Background: Nursing workload and its impacts on the quality of nursing care is
a major concern for nurses and healthcare organizations. The global nurse
shortage is a significant issue that needs to be addressed shortly. The study
aimed to assess nurses' perception of workload in their healthcare setting.
Setting: This study was conducted in all critical care, medical, and surgical
units at Alexandria Main University Hospital. Subjects: 140 nurses were
assigned to the previously mentioned units selected conveniently. Tool: The
National Aeronautics and Space Administration Task Load Index (NASATLX).
Results: The study showed that many nurses perceived a high level of
workload (73.87%) with mean ± SD (443.25 ± 84.54). Recommendations:
nurse managers should understand that a positive work environment decreases
nurses' workload levels. This involves establishing, maintaining, and rebuilding
a workplace that can maintain nurses' satisfaction, improve performance, and
enhance the quality of care.

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Alexandria Scientific Nursing Journal
Volume 27, Issue 3
September 2025
Pages 219-235

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