ANALYSIS OF WORKPLACE STRESS AND ITS EFFECT ON JOB PERFORMANCE IN THE HEALTHCARE INDUSTRY

Stress at the workplace is an invisible challenge threatening the health and performance of healthcare workers worldwide. This study investigates the key causes of stress among healthcare professionals and examines how stress impacts their job performance. Surveying 100 employees from government and private hospitals, the research identifies heavy workload, long working hours, emotional strain, and poor work-life balance as the primary stress factors. . The collected data was analyzed using simple statistical tools such as percentages, ranking and cross-tabulation. The study finds that nurses, female staff, younger employees, and those with less experience are more vulnerable to stress. To manage this pressure, many rely on family support, rest, and relaxation practices like yoga. The findings emphasize the urgent need for healthcare organizations to implement effective stress management programs to enhance employee well-being and ensure high-quality patient care.