Document Type
Journal Article
Publication Title
BMC Women's Health
Volume
24
Issue
1
PubMed ID
38902715
Publisher
Springer
School
School of Medical and Health Sciences
Funders
Iran University of Medical Sciences
Grant Number
98–1–2–14479
Abstract
Background and purpose: The workplace plays a key role in impacting the health and well-being of employees at various levels, including physical, psychological, and social aspects of health. This study aims to identify the drivers of a healthy environment that promotes the well-being of women employed in hospitals. Materials & methods: This qualitative study used purposive sampling to recruit a total of 48 working women across a diverse range of participants with different job categories and socio-demographic statuses. These include clinical health (e.g., nurse, head nurse, practical nurse, supervisor, physicians); allied health (e.g., diagnostic services); public health (e.g., health promotion specialists); and administrative (e.g., hospital managers). Data was collected through semi-structured interviews and were analyzed using content analysis by creating codes, sub-themes, and themes. Results: Content analysis resulted in 31 key codes, that generated 12 sub-themes and 4 key themes. These include Advancing women’s health through collaborative leadership; a Psychologically safe environment for women; Thriving for positive social connections; and Advancing holistic health for women. Discussion and Conclusion: Hospital managers and leaders play a pivotal role in creating supportive workplaces for women. They can significantly assist in prioritizing their psychological and social health through personalized approaches tailored to women’s needs, positioning them as co-designers of their health and well-being.
DOI
10.1186/s12905-024-03123-x
Creative Commons License
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Comments
Faghihi, M., Farshad, A., Salehi, N., Whitehead, D., Ghayen, M. M., Izadi, B., & Mansourian, M. (2024). Exploring drivers of women’s well-being in hospitals: Mapping the landscape. BMC Women's Health, 24(1), 355. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12905-024-03123-x