Asian Journal of Management

S. Preetham Sridar ¹, Vijila Kennedy ²

Affiliations
1 Department of Management Studies, RVS College of Engineering and Technology, Kannampalayam, Coimbatore – 641 402, IN
2 RVS Institute of Management Studies and Research, Sulur, Coimbatore – 641 402, IN

Abstract

Sexual harassment of trained women nurses in hospitals is not a new issue, but has until recently been a hidden silent one. During the last few years slowly the problem has become more serious which should be understood. This paper uses a literature review to explore the level of sexual harassment that trained women nurses face in their workplace. The paper concludes that employers and law should take up some more measures to help working women to get rid of this serious threat.

Keywords

Sexual Harassment, Workplace, Employer, Nurses.

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S. Preetham Sridar ¹, Vijila Kennedy ²

Affiliations
1 Department of Management Studies, RVS College of Engineering and Technology, Coimbatore – 641 402, IN
2 KCT Business School, Kumaraguru College of Technology, Coimbatore, IN

Abstract

Harassment of women nurses is a serious issue that needs immediate attention. Even though the evil effects of harassment is known, there is silence from those concerned. The main aim of the article is to find out the factors that influence harassment in the workplace. The study was conducted among women nurses employed in hospitals located in the city of Coimbatore. Primary data was collected through questionnaire and the results of the study would provide useful insights.

Keywords

Workplace, Harassment, Women Nurses, Demographic Factors, Workplace Factors.

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