Research Article
Human resource challenges experienced by nurse managers at a South African rural district hospital during COVID-19 pandemic
Author(s): Livhuwani Tshivhase*, Nthomeni Dorah Ndou, Patrone Rebecca Risenga, Idah Moyo, Tshimangadzo Selina Mudau, Sheilla Mboweni and Azwihangwisi Helen Mavhandu-Mudzusi
Background: The Coronavirus disease of 2019 [COVID-19] has
drastically transformed the health care system. People are infected almost
every day with COVID-19. Some of the people infected end up in the
hospitals leading to overcrowding of the wards. Thus, the nurse managers
are expected to ensure that the hospital and wards are well managed. The
situation may be worse in rural hospitals where the resources are limited.
Aim: This study explored the human resource challenges experienced by
nurse managers during the COVID19 pandemic, in the district hospital of
Vhembe, Limpopo Province.
Method: The researchers followed a descriptive phenomenological
approach. Data were collected through telephonic in-depth individual
interviews from seven purposively selected nurse managers. Data analysi.. Read More»
DOI:
10.37532/2632-251X.2021.5(7).88
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