The Role of Psychological Capital in Nursing Assistants' Career Adaptability and Turnover
Author Information
Author(s): Sun Changxian, Xing Yurong
Primary Institution: Jiangsu Vocational Institute of Commerce, Nanjing, Jiangsu, China; Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, Jiangsu, China
Hypothesis
The study aims to analyze the association between career adaptability and turnover intention and to examine the mediating role of psychological capital.
Conclusion
Improving career adaptability and psychological capital can help reduce turnover intention among nursing assistants.
Supporting Evidence
- Career adaptability is positively related to psychological capital.
- Career adaptability is negatively linked to turnover intention.
- Psychological capital fully mediates the relationship between career adaptability and turnover intention.
Takeaway
This study found that helping nursing assistants be more adaptable in their careers can make them less likely to leave their jobs.
Methodology
A cross-sectional online study was conducted among nursing assistants, measuring their career adaptability, psychological capital, and turnover intention.
Participant Demographics
Nursing assistants from eight nursing homes in Nanjing, China.
Statistical Information
P-Value
P < 0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.01
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