Relating Workaholism to Job Stress: Serial Mediating Role of Job Satisfaction and Psychological Capital of Nurses in
1Lisbon Accounting and Business School, Instituto Politécnico de Lisboa, 1069-035 Lisbon, Portugal.
Abstract:
Background/Objectives: Previous studies conducted in sub-Saharan African countries have concentrated on examining the challenges of nursing training and the organizational commitment of healthcare professionals, with little attention paid to exploring the mechanisms that contribute to reducing nurses' job stress. Consequently, the present study addresses a significant gap in the literature by offering an overview of the factors contributing to understanding job stress among nurses in Angola. This study aimed to analyze the direct and indirect relationship between workaholism and job stress with job satisfaction and psychological capital mediating this relationship. Methods: Using the quantitative methodology with a cross-sectional design, a questionnaire was administered to 340 nurses (172 men and 168 women). Results: The results confirmed that workaholism is positively related to job stress and that job satisfaction and psychological capital serially mediate the relationship between workaholism and job stress. Conclusions: These findings highlight the importance of fostering job satisfaction and psychological capital by establishing favorable work environments and promoting nurses' physical and emotional well-being. In addition, these results may encourage healthcare leaders to create well-designed break areas for nurses to take restorative breaks.
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