Global Nursing Congress and Healthcare Innovation Summit

Rural Nurses and Workplace Violence: Exploring Challenges and Opportunities for Change

Workplace violence remains a significant concern in healthcare settings worldwide, particularly in rural and remote communities where resources and support systems may be limited.

At the Global Nursing Congress and Healthcare Innovation Summit, Christine Trotman will present:

“Rural Nurses’ Lived Experience of Workplace Violence: Consequences and Possibilities for Change”

This important session examines the experiences of rural nurses, the consequences of workplace violence, and strategies that can foster safer healthcare environments.

📊 Presentation Highlights

✅ Understanding workplace violence in rural healthcare settings

✅ Examining emotional, professional, and organizational consequences

✅ Impact on workforce retention and healthcare delivery

✅ Identifying barriers to reporting and support

✅ Building safer and more respectful workplaces

✅ Leadership strategies for workforce protection

✅ Policy and system-level approaches to long-term change

🌍 Why This Topic Matters

Healthcare organizations continue to prioritize workforce well-being, safety, and retention. Addressing workplace violence is essential to ensuring sustainable healthcare systems and high-quality patient care.

This session provides valuable insights for nurses, healthcare administrators, policymakers, educators, and researchers committed to improving workplace culture and healthcare outcomes.