Nurses Perception Of Their Workload And Pay In The Era Of HIV/AIDS In Gaborone And The Surrounding Areas Of Botswana

Abstract

Abstract

Registered nurses' perceptions regarding nurse‐led antiretroviral therapy initiation in Hhohho region, Swaziland

“…() echo in their study. Thus, participants frequently describe it as an effective approach despite the added responsibilities it creates for nurses (Bodilenyane ; Colvin et al. ).…”

“…The study reveals that the NARTIS programme is a worthwhile approach for ensuring the provision of care and treatment to people with HIV/AIDS, including those living in remote areas, a view that McNairy et al (2012) echo in their study. Thus, participants frequently describe it as an effective approach despite the added responsibilities it creates for nurses (Bodilenyane 2012;Colvin et al 2010). The question now arises, what is effective about the NARTIS programme?…”

“…). An increase in responsibilities can have a negative affect on nurses' job satisfaction (Bodilenyane ). In contract, George et al.…”

“…The nurse-led ART initiation programmes have added more responsibilities (such as screening for tuberculosis) on RNs (Colvin et al 2010). An increase in responsibilities can have a negative affect on nurses' job satisfaction (Bodilenyane 2012). In contract, George et al (2010) note that the nurseled ART initiation programmes often enhance nurses' job satisfaction despite the added responsibilities.…”