July 30, 2015
Night shifts, overtime linked to injuries in new RNs
Editor's Note
New RNs working night shifts and overtime are at increased risk for injury, this study finds.
Those working weekly overtime were associated with a 32% increase in the risk of needle sticks. New nurses working night shifts correlated with a 16% increase in the risk of sprain and strain injuries.
Of the 1,744 new RNs included in the study, 79% worked 12-hour shifts, 44% worked the night shift, and 61% worked overtime (mandatory and voluntary) weekly.
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