Repercussions of the labor reform on nursing work in the context of the covid-19 pandemic

Abstract

Objective: To reflect on the repercussions of the Labor Reform on nursing work during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: This is a reflective study based on the legal aspects of the Labor Reform in dialog with scientific productions pertaining to nursing work. Results: With the rise of the COVID-19 pandemic, the flexibilization of labor is being intensified, legally backed up by the Labor Reform. For nursing workers, the repercussions are felt in the work relationship, during the workday, in the salary, in union action, and in job protection. Final considerations: It is evident that, after the legislative changes, there’s no certainty that the flexibilization of labor and social security laws will bring favorable results in terms of economic growth, reduction of inequalities, and lower unemployment rates for the nursing workers. Therefore, the political organization of the professional categories is the way to overcome this scenario.