NHS staff performing under pressure, 2017 staff survey finds

The results of the 2017 NHS Staff Survey reveal that staff feel under pressure, despite continuing to deliver excellent standards of care. Findings of the survey include: More than four out of five (81%) are satisfied with the quality of care they give to patients €“ although this level has remained constant for the last three years Nine out of 10 staff feel their organisation takes positive action on health and well-being Almost one in six members of staff (15%) said they have experienced physical violence from patients, relatives or members of the public The number satisfied with their pay