Análise sobre a qualidade de vida no trabalho e desempenho profissional dos trabalhadores da saúde pública de Sant’ana do Livramento

Abstract

This article addresses quality of work life (QWL) and its impact on the performance of public health professionals in Santana do Livramento, RS. The aim is to analyze how the activities inherent to public health professionals in the municipality can affect both their quality of life and work performance. Through descriptive research with semi-structured interviews and a qualitative approach, the study explores perceptions of well-being, training, and challenges in the workplace. The findings indicate that a high QWL, including good relationships and development opportunities, contributes to more effective performance despite adversities. On the other hand, factors such as workload, stress, and lack of support have been shown to harm both well-being and efficiency, leading to consequences ranging from increased blood pressure to episodes of physical and emotional exhaustion.