July 30, 2015

Night shifts, overtime linked to injuries in new RNs

By: OR Manager
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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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