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[A study of perceived practice environment among nurses in Taiwan]
Sheuan Lee1, Hsiang-Chu Pai, Wen-Jiuan Yen
1College of Nursing, Chung-Shan Medical University, Taiwan, ROC.
Hu Li Za Zhi the Journal of Nursing
|August 1, 2008
Summary
Nurses in Taiwan perceive their practice environments as needing improvement, particularly in pay, resources, and equipment. Addressing these areas is crucial for enhancing the quality of patient care and nursing job satisfaction.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Healthcare Management
- Organizational Psychology
Context:
- International Council of Nurses (ICN) highlighted 'Positive Practice Environments' in 2007.
- Focus on improving nursing practice environments and protecting nursing staff.
- Study conducted in Taiwan to assess nurses' perceptions.
Purpose:
- To explore the perceived practice environment of nurses in Taiwan.
- Utilized the ICN's toolkit of positive environments (safety, supplies, resources, pay, continuing education, support, equipment, respect).
- Assessed perceptions using a self-administered Practice Environment Survey Scale.
Summary:
- Participants were predominantly female, with an average age of 34.15.
- The overall perceived practice environment score was 65%.
- Lowest scores were in pay, resources, and equipment domains.
- Significant demographic differences influenced perceptions (p < .05).
- Nurses reported more negative perceptions than administrators.
Impact:
- Findings provide insights for formulating nursing policy.
- Results can inform nursing administration strategies.
- Aims to improve workplace quality for better patient care outcomes.
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