International workers make up over 15% of the HSE workforce, with nurses and midwives from India, Africa and other Asian countries accounting for 23% of nursing and midwifery staff.
The Health Service Executive (HSE) has condemned recent incidents of racist abuse and assaults against international healthcare workers in Ireland, warning the behaviour is unacceptable and could jeopardise essential health services.
Chief People Officer Anne Marie Hoey said some international staff now fear for their safety and are considering leaving the country - a move she warned would have “a dramatic impact” on staffing levels and patient care.
International workers make up over 15% of the HSE workforce, with nurses and midwives from India, Africa and other Asian countries accounting for 23% of nursing and midwifery staff.
The HSE said the effective operation of many health services would be “seriously threatened” without their contribution.
The organisation has pledged to protect staff through its Dignity at Work Policy and measures to manage work-related aggression and violence, including policy reviews, risk assessments and mandatory training.
Separately, members of the Indian community are calling on the government to put more Gardaí on the streets to protect migrants.
Crowds of anti-racism campaigners gathered outside Government Buildings in Dublin earlier today to hold a demonstration.
It comes after a series of attacks on Indian people in recent weeks.
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