Experiences of mobbing among nurses working in surgical clinics: a qualitative descriptive study

Key Points

• Nurses reported feelings of isolation and stress due to mobbing in the workplace, impacting their mental health.
• Key interviews with 25 surgical nurses highlighted that mobbing incidents often stem from team dynamics and poor communication.
• Qualitative descriptive analysis was conducted to explore the experiences and perceptions of nurse participants regarding mobbing.
• Findings may prompt changes in workplace policies to better support nurses facing mobbing, enhancing their work conditions.