Job satisfaction is one of the most important but least researched issues in the nursing profession in Bangladesh. This study aimed to investigate how workplace bullying and burnout are related to job satisfaction, as well as determine the factors that are associated with job satisfaction among Bangladeshi nurses. Data were collected from Bangladeshi registered nurses between February 26, 2021, and July 10, 2021, in this cross-sectional study. Bullying, burnout, and job satisfaction were measured with the Short Negative Acts Questionnaire [S-NAQ], the Burnout Measure-Short version (BMS), and the Short Index of Job Satisfaction (SIJS-5), respectively. The correlations between age, bullying, burnout, and job satisfaction were assessed using a Pearson's correlation test. In order to investigate the adjusted association of demographic characteristics, occupational variables, bullying, and burnout with job satisfaction, multiple linear regression models were fitted. The study included 1,264 nurses (70.02% were female) with a mean age of 28.41 (±5.54) years. Job satisfaction was significantly negatively correlated with bullying and burnout (p < 0.001). According to the multiple linear regression models, the private-employed nurses had lower job satisfaction than the government-employed nurses (β = -0.901, CI: -1.640 to -0.162). Compared to the nurses in the Dhaka division, the nurses in the Chattogram division (β = 0.854, CI: 0.099 to 1.609) and other divisions (β = 0.993, CI: 0.273 to 1.713) had higher job satisfaction. Nurses without sufficient equipment to manage patients (β = -1.230, CI: -1.696 to -0.763), and nurses not paid on time (β = -1.475, CI: -2.221 to -0.729) were predicted to have significantly lower job satisfaction. Nurses' job satisfaction levels were decreased with higher levels of workplace bullying (β = -0.086, CI: -0.120 to -0.053), and burnout (β = -1.040, CI: -1.242 to -0.838). Nurses' job satisfaction was correlated with workplace bullying and burnout. Moreover, insufficient professional support from the authorities predicted nurses' job satisfaction. Reducing the instances of bullying and burnout among nurses, as well as improving their working environment, are essential to increase job satisfaction. This is possible with the support of hospital management, policymakers, and government authorities.

Background Depression and poor mental health well-being are common concerns among nursing students as these outcomes impact students’ academic performance, clinical competence, and quality of life. This study aimed to investigate depression symptoms and mental health well-being, identify their associated predictors, and examine the correlation between depression symptoms and mental health well-being among nursing students in Bangladesh. Methods Between August and October 2022, we collected data for this cross-sectional study via an online questionnaire, which included the PHQ-9 to assess depression symptoms and the WEMWBS-14 to measure mental health well-being. Multiple linear regression models identified predictors of depression and mental health well-being. Pearson correlation assessed the correlation between the depression symptoms score and mental health well-being score. Results A total of 2174 nursing students participated in the study, with a mean age of 20.96 years. Over 60% of students reported moderate to extremely severe depression symptoms. Age, sex, family pressure to choose nursing, and postgraduate qualifications of teachers were significant predictors of depression symptoms. For mental health well-being, age, sex, mother’s education, type of institution, family pressure to choose nursing, availability of subject-specific teachers, and postgraduate qualifications of teachers were the significant predictors. We observed a statistically significant moderate negative correlation (r = − 0.39) between mental health well-being and depression symptoms. Conclusion Depression symptoms were highly prevalent among nursing students who participated in this study and were significantly correlated with poor mental health well-being. Demographic and academic predictors, including family pressure to choose nursing and qualifications of teachers, were significant predictors of depression symptoms and mental health outcomes. The findings emphasize the need for mental health interventions and supportive academic environments within nursing education in the context of Bangladesh.

Introduction Clinical placements are a required component of nursing education. However, the high-demanding nature of these settings may heighten students’ risk for adverse mental health outcomes. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence and factors associated with depression, anxiety, and stress among nursing students during clinical placements. Methods We conducted a cross-sectional study between June 20 and July 12, 2025, among nursing students at a selected nursing college in Sylhet, Bangladesh. Eligible participants must have at least 6 months of clinical placement experience. The study included socio-demographic, academic, and clinical placement-related variables. The Depression, Anxiety, and Stress (DASS-21) scale was used to assess depression, anxiety, and stress symptoms. The DASS-21 scale is a screening tool that assesses symptom severity rather than a diagnostic tool. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, t-tests, one-way ANOVA, Pearson's correlation, and multiple linear regression. Results A total of 382 nursing students participated, with a mean age of 21.69 years. The prevalence of depression, anxiety, and stress symptoms (mild to extremely severe) was 74.6%, 77.8%, and 53.1%, respectively. Being female, having poor peer relationships, lacking rest opportunities, and being dissatisfied with the behaviour of nurses were significantly associated with depression. Female students, those who had no rest opportunities, and those who spent 100% of their clinical hours standing, were significantly associated with anxiety. Female students, those with poor peer relationships, and those dissatisfied with the behaviour of nurses were significantly associated with stress. Depression, anxiety, and stress scores were strongly correlated. Conclusion Although clinical placements are fundamental to nursing education, students often face mental health challenges during these training periods. Our findings reveal a high prevalence of depression, anxiety, and stress and several factors associated with these outcomes. Therefore, strengthening support systems and improving clinical placement conditions may be crucial for both student well-being and the sustainability of a resilient nursing workforce in Bangladesh.

Background It is well known that uniforms convey identity, discipline, and professionalism in nursing. In many countries, nursing uniforms are regulated institutionally. Bangladesh, however, has a national policy that regulate colour and style of nursing uniform. Concerns have emerged regarding the acceptance of current olive-coloured uniform among nursing community. This study aimed to explore acceptance of the current uniform and colour preferences in Bangladesh. Methods This cross-sectional study was conducted among nurses and nursing students in Bangladesh from May 18, 2025, to August 2, 2025. Participants were recruited through convenience sampling. Acceptance of the current olive-coloured uniform was assessed using an eight-item measure. Descriptive statistics summarized participant characteristics and colour preferences. Mann–Whitney U and Kruskal–Wallis tests were used to explore differences across groups. Data were analyzed using R version 4.5.2. Results A total of 1403 participated; among them, 525 were nurses, and 878 were nursing students. The mean age of nurses was 28.16 ± 3.63 years, and that of nursing students was 21.78 ± 1.44 years. The mean acceptance scores among nurses and nursing students were 14.91 ± 7.44 and 16.79 ± 8.91, respectively. Among nurses, being married, living in urban areas, having higher household income and salary, having more work experience, and being employed in the private sector were significantly associated with lower acceptance score. For nursing students, being male, from Sylhet division, enrolled in the BSc in Nursing, from government institutions, and having no prior experience wearing an all-white uniform were significantly associated with lower acceptance score. Regarding colour preferences, white was most preferred for top wear, and black was most preferred for both bottom wear and winter wear. Conclusions The low acceptance of the current olive-coloured nursing uniform highlights the importance of rigorous research and involving nurses and nursing students in policy decisions. Evidence-informed reform of national nursing uniform policies may improve professional satisfaction and acceptability.

Background: Turnover among healthcare workers, such as nurses, is an important challenge in the healthcare sector, particularly in developing countries like Bangladesh. Even with the growing level of concern, there is very limited evidence of understanding the association between workplace bullying (WPB) and nurses’ turnover intention (TI). Male nurses are a minority in the workplace, and in particular, may face unique societal and workplace challenges in Bangladesh. Thus, this study aimed to investigate the association between WPB and TI as well as identify the factors associated with TI among male nurses in Bangladesh. Methods: In Bangladesh, we conducted a cross-sectional study among nurses between February 2021 and July 2021, and data from 379 registered male nurses were analyzed. The study sites included indoor or outdoor healthcare services. We used the Short Negative Acts Questionnaire-9 to measure WPB and the Turnover Intention Scale-6 to measure TI. We performed a multiple linear regression model to investigate the association between WPB and TI adjusted for the potential covariates. Results: The mean age of the participants was 27 years. Our study found a statistically significant positive association between WPB and TI. Nurses’ educational level, smoking status, job types, professional titles, timely payment, and training against violence were also significantly associated with TI. Age, residence, monthly income, accommodation facilities, sufficient equipment, and rewards were not significantly associated with TI. Conclusion: This study found a significant positive association between WPB and TI, and numerous factors were associated with TI among registered male nurses in Bangladesh. Our study emphasizes the need for focused interventions to reduce WPB among male nurses in Bangladesh.

Background: The emergence of mucormycosis cases amid the COVID-19 pandemic; fear associated with mucormycosis may turn out to be a terrifying public health issue. This study aimed to assess the association between fear and insomnia status and other predictors of mucormycosis among Bangladeshi healthcare workers. Methods: From 25 May 2021 to 05 June 2021, a cross-sectional study was carried out among healthcare workers. A total of 422 healthcare workers participated in this study. A semi-structured online questionnaire was used for data collection during the COVID-19 pandemic, followed by convenient and snowball sampling methods. A multivariable linear regression model was fitted to assess the association between fear and insomnia status and other predictors of mucormycosis. Results: The results indicated that the respondents with insomnia status had a higher score of mucormycosis fear than not having insomnia (β = 3.91, 95% CI: 2.49, 5.33, p <0.001), significantly. Alongside the increased knowledge score of mucormycosis, the average score of fear increased significantly(β = 0.35, 95% CI: 0.20, 0.50, p <0.001). The gender, profession, and death of friends and family members due to COVID-19 significantly affected mucormycosis fear score increment. Conclusions: This is the first study that focused on assessing the association between mucormycosis fear and insomnia status among the health care workers so far. These study findings recommend emphasizing the mental health aspects and ensuring support to the healthcare workers to better tackle the ongoing public health crisis.