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A multilevel perspective on the perceived effects of COVID-19 on nurses in China

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  • Mengyao Sun
  • Sophie Hennekam

    (IRGO - Institut de Recherche en Gestion des Organisations - UB - Université de Bordeaux - Institut d'Administration des Entreprises (IAE) - Bordeaux)

Abstract

Purpose: This study examines the effects of COVID-19 on individual, organizational and societal level as perceived by nurses in China. Design/methodology/approach: We draw on two qualitative studies consisting of 483 qualitative surveys and 28 in-depth interviews with nurses in China. Findings: The pandemic has enhanced the profile of the nursing profession in Chinese society and has led to an increase in recognition, respect and visibility of nurses. In addition, participants point to an improved workplace culture in which there is a strong sense of pride in the collective effort they put. Simultaneously, however, nurses reported how COVID-19 was perceived to be detrimental to their own psychological well-being, while also interfering with their work–life balance. Originality/value: The data reveal the paradoxal effects of COVID-19 on nurses in China. On societal and organizational level, the pandemic seems to have had a positive effect, while on individual level a range of perceived negative effects is identified. © 2021, Emerald Publishing Limited.

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  • Mengyao Sun & Sophie Hennekam, 2021. "A multilevel perspective on the perceived effects of COVID-19 on nurses in China," Post-Print hal-03766509, HAL.
    • Handle: RePEc:hal:journl:hal-03766509
    DOI: 10.1108/ER-10-2020-0474
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