Predesign and Post-occupancy Analysis of Staff Behavior in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
2002
Children’s Health Care
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 31
Pages 237-253
Author(s): Shepley, M.M.
Advances in technology have resulted in an increase in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) population; allowing care for newborn babies who might have died in the absence of advanced medical care. The design of NICUs has therefore become an important concern in healthcare, and an ongoing debate is the merit of open bays over closed bays. s. Changes in design have a direct impact on staff experience, and potentially staff behavior, which in turn can impact patient care.
Added October 2012
The impact of ward design on the behaviour, occupational satisfaction and well-being of psychiatric nurses
2002
International Journal of Mental Health Nursing
Journal Article
Issue 2
Volume 11
Pages 94–102
Author(s): Tyson, G. A. , Lambert, G., Beattie, L.
Studies have shown that modifications to the physical environment of psychiatric institutions are associated with positive changes in patient behavior, attitudes and perceptions, but less attention has been paid to the impact of these changes on the nursing staff.
Added October 2012
Courage to heal: Comprehensive Cardiac Critical care
2002
Healthcare Design
Journal Article
Author(s): Hendrich, A., Fay, J., Sorrells, A.
Added October 2012
Effects of hospital staffing and organizational climate on needlestick injuries to nurses
2002
American Journal of Public Health
Journal Article
Issue 7
Volume 92
Pages 1115-1119
Author(s): Clarke, S., Sloane, D., Aiken, L.
Added October 2012