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New Zealand ER nurses report widespread abuse and unsafe conditions due to staffing shortages and systemic issues.
A New Zealand Nurses Organisation survey of emergency department nurses during the Christmas and New Year period found 84% experienced unacceptable behavior, including shouting (94%), threats (35%), and physical aggression (39%).
At least 55% reported understaffing during incidents, contributing to unsafe conditions.
Despite 56% reporting incidents, only 34% used formal reporting systems, citing distrust and time constraints.
Nurses attribute rising aggression to long wait times, patient pain, substance use, and systemic issues like racism, all worsened by staff shortages.
They are demanding safe staffing, 24/7 trained security, and better recruitment as part of ongoing collective agreement talks.
Las enfermeras de urgencias de Nueva Zelanda informan abusos generalizados y condiciones inseguras debido a la escasez de personal y problemas sistémicos.