Delivering bad news can be distressing and highly emotive for nursing staff. This can impact their psychological wellbeing and work satisfaction. Little is understood about the short- and long-term psychological impacts on critical care nurses when delivering bad news.
This study aims to investigate Australian critical care nurses’ psychological, and emotional impact, of delivering bad news. Specifically, we will focus on examining how this impacts well-being, job satisfaction, and identify coping mechanisms. Findings will aid development of best-practice guidelines and protocols supporting the psychological wellbeing of critical care nurses.
If you currently work in a critical care unit and have been involved in delivering bad news, please participate by completing a survey. Survey will take approximately 30 minutes. Participation is voluntary, and all responses will be confidential.
If you are interested in taking part, please click link below.
Following completion of our online survey, you may be invited to be interviewed on this topic. Interviews will be held online via Teams or Zoom at a time of your choosing and will last up to 60 minutes. Interview participants will be eligible for a $50 gift voucher in appreciation of their time.
Please contact Patzy Low via patzylow@swin.edu.au if you have any questions about the study.
Closing Date: 15/5/2026
Ethics Approval Number: SUT 20258694-22696