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PurposeThe present study was designed to explore the major challenges being faced by the Indian nurses' pre-post pandemic period affecting their well-being (WB) and identify factors that motivated them to perform their service wholeheartedly during the pandemic. The study also tries to bridge the gap in the study area by providing various ways that can help maintain the WB of health care professionals.Design/methodology/approachA descriptive exploratory qualitative design involving semi-structured interviews was conducted during December–January 2021 with 30 nurses from hospitals in Punjab Qualitative and thematic data analysis technique were adopted. In addition, a literature review was also conducted to study the various factors that affect the WB of health care professionals.FindingsThere are various themes and subthemes that were identified by the health care professionals, such as (1) psychological WB, (2) social WB and (3) workplace WB and (4) key motivators. This research work has identified various managerial implications that can play a huge rolein strengthening the healthcare sector of the entire world economy, paving the way toward the better WB of healthcare professionals (HCPs).Originality/valueFirstly, it is probably the only study that is performed on nursing staff to evaluate their personal experiences during crucial times. It has successfully compared the factors affecting WB pre- and post-pandemic, leading to the emergence of many new factors that have originated due to the pandemic and are the cause of the poor WB of HCPs (Figures 2, 4). Secondly, it is the only study that targeted only those nurses who have provided their services in both scenarios. Finally, the study has been a pioneer in identifying the importance of maintaining the WB of HCPs at hospitals.

This pandemic time due to COVID 19 outbreaks, Hospital Sector has become a crucial sector for the whole economy. This virus undoubtedly has made us realize the unquestionable relevance of the hospital sector and the need for health care professionals (HCP). With this in mind, the purpose of the current research is to provide a comprehensive and concise state of the art, literature review on the concept of Well- Being of healthcare employees during the pandemic. Drawing on the various well-being models and dimensions, we attempt to identify the additional factors that can help maintain the Well- Being of Health Care Professionals through a Well-Being Structure (WBS). The current study builds upon the review of 100 published articles related to profound aspects of well-being, well-being during pandemic times specific to the healthcare sector. Research gaps in the literature have been identified to suggest future research opportunities. This present paper is timely because globally, the whole population is still suffering from this contagious disease. It may last on this earth to some extent always in coming years in one or the other geographical area. This review will be facilitating the Health Care Administration in maintaining and managing the well- being of Human Resources in an improved manner. Recommendations and future research are provided using Well- Being Structure. Finally, implications for the hospital administrations, health care professionals and society have been discussed.