Nurses in Cyprus are facing disrespect and economic constraints, hindering healthcare advancement. To address these issues, there is a call for public perception shift, investment in nursing science, support mechanisms for nurses, recruitment strategies, and maintenance of EU training standards to ensure patient safety and nurses’ rights.
In Gesy, Cyprus’s healthcare system, nurses and midwives play a vital role in improving care quality and patient outcomes. Minister Michael Damianos highlighted their expertise at a conference, emphasizing the need for collaboration among all parties involved to ensure highquality care and uphold humanitarian values. Their deep knowledge and dedication are essential for meeting health targets and enhancing the wellbeing of the Cypriot population.
The issue of seconded nurses being assigned administrative duties in public healthcare is straining hospitals’ ability to provide adequate patient care, with around 250 nurses impacted. Legislation and union discussions are underway to address the problem and ensure nursing resources are efficiently allocated to support essential healthcare services.
A patient being locked in a store room at Nicosia General Hospital has led to the proposed suspension of three nurses by Okypy. The incident is currently under investigation by the police and internal inquiry to determine any criminal offenses and disciplinary misconduct.
