Inside the report, you’ll gain insight into:
Whitepaper
Workplace violence in obstetrics: a industry report for healthcare leaders
Obstetrics workplace violence: understanding the safety gaps and how to respond
Does this sound familiar?
- OB nursing professionals managing escalating family conflicts with limited support
- Incidents that feel "concerning," but not severe enough to formally report
- Leadership balancing open access and patient experience with staff safety concerns
- Limited access to security while away from nurse stations
If these challenges resonate, this resource is for you.
What you'll learn
Common drivers of workplace violence in obstetrics units
The most prevalent safety gaps in obstetrics nursing
How discreet response and real-time visibility can improve safety and outcomes
Stronger safety practices support stronger care delivery
When obstetrics teams feel supported:
Key findings from the report
81
81%
of obstetrics nursing professionals experience workplace violence at least multiple times per year.
90
90%
of respondents who already have portable duress buttons report feeling safer with their current security measures
89
89%
of respondents without portable duress buttons say they would feel safer with access to them
Want to see more survey data?
“Workplace violence happens a lot more often than it is discussed, reported, or announced.”
