The Impact of Sleep and Mental Health on the Quality of Work Among Paramedics in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Abstract

The emergency services sector is one of the most arduous and crucial fields wherein an individual’s life lies in the hands of emergency responders such as paramedics and police. Paramedics are crucial figures in the emergency medical services system. They deliver immediate medical care to patients who suffer from critical and life-threatening conditions, serving as a gap-filler between the accident scene and health facilities. In the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the health authority has been constantly striving to build a credible, professional, and trustworthy EMS system while discovering challenges faced by the service in the rapidly changing health scenario of KSA. This study employed a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews to assess the relationship between sleep patterns, mental health, and work quality among paramedics in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The results of this study reveal a significant correlation between sleep quality, mental health, and the overall performance of paramedics in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. In conclusion, the findings of this comprehensive study emphasize and highlight the critical and significant relationship that exists between sleep quality, mental health, and overall job performance among paramedics working in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This highlights an urgent need for targeted and effective interventions designed specifically to enhance their well-being and support their mental health in the demanding field of emergency services.