Job satisfaction of registered nurses in a private critical care unit in the Eastern Cape: A pilot study
Background: Job satisfaction is influenced by factors that are interpersonal (between nurse and colleagues), intrapersonal (within the nurse) and extra-personal (external to the nurse). Aim: The primary objective of this study was to explore and describe factors influencing the job satisfaction of...
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doaj-0d170f1306724c67afcb4afcd533d7882020-12-11T13:54:12ZafrAOSISHealth SA Gesondheid: Journal of Interdisciplinary Health Sciences1025-98482071-97362020-11-01250e1e910.4102/hsag.v25i0.1345816Job satisfaction of registered nurses in a private critical care unit in the Eastern Cape: A pilot studyDavid Morton0Candice Bower1Lauren Wessels2Angelique Koen3Juanita Tobias4Department of Nursing Science, Faculty of Health Sciences, Nelson Mandela University, Port ElizabethDepartment of Nursing Science, Faculty of Health Sciences, Nelson Mandela University, Port ElizabethPrivate Practice, Port ElizabethPrivate Practice, Port ElizabethPrivate Practice, Port ElizabethBackground: Job satisfaction is influenced by factors that are interpersonal (between nurse and colleagues), intrapersonal (within the nurse) and extra-personal (external to the nurse). Aim: The primary objective of this study was to explore and describe factors influencing the job satisfaction of registered nurses in a particular private critical care unit. The second objective was to make recommendations to enhance the job satisfaction of registered nurses in this private critical care unit. Setting: The population consisted of registered nurses in a private critical care unit in the Eastern Cape. Methods: This study utilised a quantitative descriptive design. Self-administered questionnaires were distributed amongst registered nurses in the critical care unit. Data were analysed and illustrated through tables. Results: Altogether, 39 registered nurses took part in the study. The majority of the participants (82%; n = 32) indicated that they enjoyed working with their team members. In addition, it was apparent that the majority (79%; n = 30) felt that they were sufficiently trained. Staff members felt that they had management support and felt satisfied at their workplace. Areas of concern included salaries, leave, debriefing and recognition. Conclusion: The majority of the registered nurses in this private critical care unit were extremely satisfied with their job. However, there were areas where this could be improved. The high levels of satisfaction at this single critical care unit lead to the question whether this situation is common throughout the Eastern Cape, which opens the path for further research in this regard.https://hsag.co.za/index.php/hsag/article/view/1345job satisfactioncritical careintensive care unitprofessional nursesprivate critical care unit |
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David Morton Candice Bower Lauren Wessels Angelique Koen Juanita Tobias Job satisfaction of registered nurses in a private critical care unit in the Eastern Cape: A pilot study Health SA Gesondheid: Journal of Interdisciplinary Health Sciences job satisfaction critical care intensive care unit professional nurses private critical care unit |
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Job satisfaction of registered nurses in a private critical care unit in the Eastern Cape: A pilot study |
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Job satisfaction of registered nurses in a private critical care unit in the Eastern Cape: A pilot study |
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Job satisfaction of registered nurses in a private critical care unit in the Eastern Cape: A pilot study |
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job satisfaction of registered nurses in a private critical care unit in the eastern cape: a pilot study |
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Background: Job satisfaction is influenced by factors that are interpersonal (between nurse and colleagues), intrapersonal (within the nurse) and extra-personal (external to the nurse).
Aim: The primary objective of this study was to explore and describe factors influencing the job satisfaction of registered nurses in a particular private critical care unit. The second objective was to make recommendations to enhance the job satisfaction of registered nurses in this private critical care unit.
Setting: The population consisted of registered nurses in a private critical care unit in the Eastern Cape.
Methods: This study utilised a quantitative descriptive design. Self-administered questionnaires were distributed amongst registered nurses in the critical care unit. Data were analysed and illustrated through tables.
Results: Altogether, 39 registered nurses took part in the study. The majority of the participants (82%; n = 32) indicated that they enjoyed working with their team members. In addition, it was apparent that the majority (79%; n = 30) felt that they were sufficiently trained. Staff members felt that they had management support and felt satisfied at their workplace. Areas of concern included salaries, leave, debriefing and recognition.
Conclusion: The majority of the registered nurses in this private critical care unit were extremely satisfied with their job. However, there were areas where this could be improved. The high levels of satisfaction at this single critical care unit lead to the question whether this situation is common throughout the Eastern Cape, which opens the path for further research in this regard. |
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