The Ever-Changing Work Environment During COVID-19: Nurses' Experiences in the Early Phase.

The COVID-19 pandemic is a history-changing event affecting all nurses. This study sought to explore nurses' experiences during the pandemic's early phase using a phenomenological approach. One hundred sixty-one participants enrolled in the study. Demographic data, written narratives, and digital images were collected. Ever-changing environment emerged as the overarching theme, along with six subthemes. Because of a crisis situation created by the pandemic, nurses need specialized support and education to manage their constantly changing environment.