Forte Funding for Research on Sick Leave Among Assistant Nurses
What explains the high sick leave rate among assistant nurses in elderly care – and how can their working conditions be improved? A new research project aims to provide answers. The project has been granted funding from Forte within the area of working life and is led by Karin Hederos, Anna Sandberg, and Ylva Moberg.
Karin Hederos, Ylva Moberg och Anna Sandberg. Photo: Magnus Dahl
Assistant nurse in elderly care is Sweden’s most common occupation – and also the one with the highest rate of sick leave. The project consists of four interconnected studies that will explore: the effects of split shifts, the impact of workplace threats and violence, the role of pregnancy and parenthood, and what working condition improvements assistant nurses themselves value most.
"This is about understanding both the causes of sick leave and which changes would make the greatest difference in assistant nurses’ daily work lives," says Anna Sandberg.
The researchers will use register data and surveys, and aim to develop concrete recommendations that contribute to a more sustainable work environment and improved quality of care.
Last updated: 2025-06-25
Source: Magnus Dahl