Workplace Violence in Healthcare Settings
Investigators: Brianna Lombardi, Emily McCartha, Connor Sullivan, Erin Fraher
Overview: Workplace violence is described by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) as “any act or threat of physical violence, harassment, intimidation, or other threatening disruptive behavior that occurs at the work site. It ranges from threats and verbal abuse to physical assaults and even homicide.” Reports suggest workplace violence in healthcare settings has increased during the COVID-19 pandemic, but most research uses pre-pandemic data sources. This brief summarizes current research in healthcare settings in the COVID-19 pandemic context.
Project Products:
Research brief
- Lombardi B, McCartha E, Sullivan C, Fraher E. Workplace Violence in Healthcare Settings. 2022 August. Rapid Response Brief. Carolina Health Research Center. UNC-CH.