Jaipur: A staggering 78 per cent of nurses working in private hospitals in Jaipur are experiencing moderate levels of workplace stress, with many citing job dissatisfaction, long hours, and lack of support as major factors, according to a recent study by Central Hospital, North-Western Railway. The findings, published in a reputed medical journal’s March edition, reveal a growing mental health crisis among the city’s nursing workforce.
The study found that 87 per cent of nurses have never attended any stress management programme, further compounding their burnout. Despite their critical role in healthcare, many nurses report frequent job changes, low salaries, and excessive workloads.
“I have changed six hospitals in 15 years. The salaries are poor, and the workload offers no time to recover between shifts,” said Kamal (name changed), a nurse at a private Jaipur hospital. “I have resigned five times because I never found job satisfaction,” she added.
Another nurse, Savita Chaudhary (name changed), added, “We are on our feet throughout the shift, often working 12 hours straight, including nights. Many of my colleagues want to go abroad for better opportunities, but I am unable to due to family obligations.”
The study also shows that 18% of nurses reported mild stress, and 2% severe stress. Job satisfaction levels are alarmingly low: 78% are dissatisfied, 18% satisfied, and only 4% strongly satisfied.
Dr. Ram Matoria, chief consultant-neuropsychiatrist, and Surendra Singh Badhal, senior nursing superintendent—authors of the study—highlighted the urgent need for mental health interventions and systemic reforms. “The data underscores a critical situation. Without targeted support, we risk losing our skilled nursing workforce,” said Dr Ram Matoria.
The research, authored by Dr Ram Matoria, chief consultant-neuropsychiatrist and chief public health expert, and Surendra Singh Badhal, senior nursing superintendent at the Central Hospital, underscores the urgent need for targeted mental health interventions to support mental health and well-being of these vital healthcare workers.
Jaipur: A staggering 78% of nurses working in private hospitals in Jaipur are experiencing moderate levels of workplace stress, with many citing job dissatisfaction, long hours, and lack of support as major factors, according to a recent study by Central Hospital, North-Western Railway. The findings, published in a reputed medical journal’s March edition, reveal a growing mental health crisis among the city’s nursing workforce.
The study found that 87% of nurses have never attended any stress management programme, further compounding their burnout. Despite their critical role in healthcare, many nurses report frequent job changes, low salaries, and excessive workloads.
“I have changed six hospitals in 15 years. The salaries are poor, and the workload offers no time to recover between shifts,” said Kamal (name changed), a nurse at a private Jaipur hospital. “I have resigned five times because I never found job satisfaction,” she added.
Another nurse, Savita Chaudhary (name changed), added, “We are on our feet throughout the shift, often working 12 hours straight, including nights. Many of my colleagues want to go abroad for better opportunities, but I am unable to due to family obligations.”
The study also shows that 18% of nurses reported mild stress, and 2% severe stress. Job satisfaction levels are alarmingly low: 78% are dissatisfied, 18% satisfied, and only 4% strongly satisfied.
Dr. Ram Matoria, chief consultant-neuropsychiatrist, and Surendra Singh Badhal, senior nursing superintendent—authors of the study—highlighted the urgent need for mental health interventions and systemic reforms. “The data underscores a critical situation. Without targeted support, we risk losing our skilled nursing workforce,” said Dr Ram Matoria.
The research, authored by Dr Ram Matoria, chief consultant-neuropsychiatrist and chief public health expert, and Surendra Singh Badhal, senior nursing superintendent at the Central Hospital, underscores the urgent need for targeted mental health interventions to support mental health and well-being of these vital healthcare workers.
