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Influencing factors on professional commitment in Iranian nurses: A qualitative study
Fateme Jafaraghaee1, Neda Mehrdad2, Soroor Parvizy3
1Social Determinants of Health Research Center, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Guilan University of Medical Scienses, Rasht, Iran.
Iranian Journal of Nursing and Midwifery Research
|June 21, 2014
Summary
Professional commitment among Iranian nurses is influenced by factors like burnout, feeling valued, and managerial support. Addressing these can improve nurse retention and job satisfaction.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Healthcare Management
- Organizational Psychology
Background:
- Nurse dissatisfaction and turnover are global challenges.
- Professional commitment is crucial for nurse retention.
- Organizational and socio-cultural factors influence professional commitment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore factors influencing professional commitment in Iranian nurses.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative content analysis of 21 semi-structured interviews.
- Maximum variation sampling across 5 university hospitals.
- Constant comparative method for data analysis.
Main Results:
- Key themes: 'Challenging with different feelings' (burnout, sense of valuing) and 'Managers' role' (gratitude climate, manager's view of caring, knowledge-based vs. routine-based nursing).
- Burnout is prevalent, yet nurses derive value from helping others.
- Systemic issues like work overload and organizational priorities negatively impact nurses.
Conclusions:
- Congruence in perceived professional values between managers and nurses is vital for commitment.
- Fostering a sense of support, gratitude, valuing care, and promoting knowledge-based practice are key drivers.
- Addressing burnout and systemic impediments is essential for enhancing professional commitment.