Improving the work environment through the use of research instruments: an example.
1College of Nursing, Montana State University, Billings, MT 59101, USA. sieloffc@hotmail.com
Nursing Administration Quarterly
|December 22, 2009
Summary
Assessing the quality of registered nurses' work environments requires reliable tools. The Sieloff-King Assessment of Group Outcome Attainment within Organizations offers a valid method for evaluating nontraditional work environment components.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Organizational Psychology
- Healthcare Management
Background:
- Work environment quality for registered nurses has improved but requires further attention.
- Existing research often overlooks nontraditional work environment factors.
- Accurate assessment necessitates reliable and valid measurement instruments.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce and validate the Sieloff-King Assessment of Group Outcome Attainment within Organizations.
- To highlight the importance of assessing nontraditional work environment components.
- To discuss the instrument's application in enhancing the healthcare environment.
Main Methods:
- Description of the Sieloff-King Assessment of Group Outcome Attainment within Organizations.
- Evaluation of the instrument's demonstrated reliability and validity.
- Discussion of its practical application in healthcare settings.
Main Results:
- The Sieloff-King Assessment demonstrates reliability and validity.
- It provides a means to assess nontraditional aspects of work environments.
- The instrument is suitable for improving healthcare settings.
Conclusions:
- Reliable and valid instruments are crucial for accurate work environment assessment.
- The Sieloff-King Assessment is a valuable tool for evaluating nontraditional components.
- This instrument can contribute to the improvement of the healthcare work environment.
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