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A multi-factor analysis of job satisfaction among school nurses
Marcia Foley1, Julie Lee, Lori Wilson
1Fremont Unified School District, California, USA.
Summary
School nurses in California reported job dissatisfaction despite valuing autonomy and interaction. This study highlights key areas for improving job satisfaction for nurses in educational settings.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Occupational Health
- Educational Health Services
Background:
- Job satisfaction is crucial for registered nurses, impacting stress, burnout, and retention.
- Limited research exists on job satisfaction among nurses in school systems.
- Understanding school nurses' values and perceptions is essential for workforce stability.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate job satisfaction levels among school nurses in California.
- To identify factors contributing to and detracting from job satisfaction in this population.
Main Methods:
- A convenience sample of school nurses in California participated.
- The Index of Work Satisfaction (IWS) was utilized to measure job satisfaction.
- Nurses rated the importance and satisfaction levels of various work factors.
Main Results:
- Autonomy and interaction were identified as the most important and satisfying factors.
- Overall job satisfaction levels among the sampled school nurses were relatively low.
- Discrepancies may exist between perceived importance and actual satisfaction with certain job aspects.
Conclusions:
- School nurses in California experience significant job dissatisfaction.
- Addressing factors beyond autonomy and interaction is necessary to improve school nurse job satisfaction.
- Further research is needed to explore interventions for enhancing the school nursing work environment.