Quality of sleep, work stress, and subjective well-being among staff nurses working in selected tertiary care hospital: A descriptive study

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Sleep issues are a critical public health issue, especially for nurses facing long hours, irregular shifts and high stress. Poor sleep quality impacts their well-being and patient care. Work stress disrupts sleep, affecting cognitive and emotional health. Addressing this issue is vital for nurse’s health and their job satisfaction. AIM: This study aimed to assess sleep quality, work stress, and subjective well-being among staff nurses in a selected tertiary care hospital in Assam. METHODOLOGY: The study employed nonexperimental, quantitative study used a descriptive design at a tertiary care hospital in the year 2024. Using purposive sampling, data were collected from 100 staff nurses meeting the inclusion criteria. Tools included a sociodemographic pro forma, Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index, Perceived Stress Scale-10, and subjective well-being inventory, administered individually by the investigator. RESULTS: The study found that 71% of nurses had poor sleep quality, and 80% experienced moderate stress. A significant correlation was found between sleep quality and stress ( r = 0.358, P < 0.01). The presence of a caregiver for a sick family member had a significant impact on sleep quality (χ 2 = 4.740, P = 0.043). CONCLUSION: The study highlights the significant impact of work stress and poor sleep quality on nurses’ well-being. It underscores the importance of providing institutional support to address these challenges. Interventions that promote better sleep hygiene, stress management, and supportive work environments are essential, particularly for nurses balancing caregiving roles at home, to improve both their well-being and the quality of patient care.