Publications by authors named "Mandy M Davey"
Aim: This study aimed to identify and examine predictors of short-term absences of staff nurses working in hospital settings reported in the research literature.
Background: Front-line staff nurse absenteeism contributes to discontinuity of patient care, decreased staff morale and is costly to healthcare.
Evaluation: A systematic review of studies from 1986 to 2006, obtained through electronic searches of 10 online databases led to inclusion of 16 peer-reviewed research articles.