Predictors of Burnout in Hospital Nurses
Author Information
Author(s): Hudek-Knežević Jasna, Kalebić Maglica Barbara, Krapić Nada
Primary Institution: University of Rijeka, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
Hypothesis
Personality traits and organizational stress predict burnout in hospital nurses.
Conclusion
Personality traits are weak predictors of burnout, while organizational stress and affective-normative commitment are stronger predictors.
Supporting Evidence
- Personality traits were weak predictors of burnout.
- Organizational stress was a strong predictor of emotional exhaustion.
- Affective-normative commitment negatively correlated with all burnout dimensions.
Takeaway
This study found that how nurses feel about their work and the stress they experience at work can affect how burned out they feel, more than their personality traits.
Methodology
The study used hierarchical regression analyses to assess the predictive value of personality traits, organizational stress, and attitudes toward work on burnout measured four years later.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to self-reporting and differences between participants who completed both measurement points.
Limitations
The study relied on self-reports and had a small sample size with significant attrition.
Participant Demographics
Participants were 214 registered female hospital nurses aged 27 to 58, with a majority having secondary education.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.003
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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