Using Swanson’s theory to improve quality of work life to strengthen the healthcare sector in Ukraine and South Africa

Michaelle Deonarain () and Renitha Rampersad
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Michaelle Deonarain: Cape Pensinsula University of Technology
Renitha Rampersad: Cape Peninsula University of Technology

Technology audit and production reserves, 2023, vol. 5, issue 4(73), 53-58

Abstract: South Africa and Ukraine share similar challenges for staff in the healthcare sector. Health care workers in South Africa have borne the brunt of the COVID-19 pandemic whereas in Ukraine health care workers, amidst the war have had to show valour and a tough spirit in caring for their patients under very trying circumstances. Arising from the above tragedies, health care workers have shown incredible bravery both in Ukraine and in South Africa, however they display extreme burn out. In Ukraine, nurses are working in the conflict zone and have to manage complex patient mental and physical health issues. Some have even been subjected to violence from traumatized patients.This article assesses the healthcare situation both in Ukraine and South Africa and provides a descriptive report utilizing The Swanson's theory of caring. The elements of Swanson’s theory consisting of maintaining belief, knowing, being with, doing for, and enabling can be linked to characteristics such as supporting patients and colleagues, being sensitive, affectionate and empathetic while feeling a sense of responsibility towards the department and patients. The study, based at selected South African public central hospitals in two provinces, adopted a descriptive exploratory paradigm. Qualitative techniques were used to administer an interview schedule to 322 frontline participants. The results revealed that despite high commitment levels, the participants still faced challenges that impact their daily work life.The study conducted in South Africa on Quality of Work life (QWL) experiences of frontline healthcare workers leaves recommendations for the Ukrainian health care sector.

Keywords: healthcare sector; challenges; service delivery; quality of work life; Swansons theory of caring; South Africa; Ukraine (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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DOI: 10.15587/2706-5448.2023.288549

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