Job satisfaction as a mediator between organizational factors, work environment, and burnout among Jordanian midwives

Burnout among midwives is a critical issue influenced by organisational and work environment factors, potentially impacting job satisfaction and overall well-being. Workplace conditions and organisational support play a crucial role in determining job satisfaction and burnout levels in healthcare professionals, particularly midwives. Understanding these relationships can inform strategies to enhance job satisfaction and reduce burnout. This study aimed to examine the relationships between organisational factors, work environment and burnout among Jordanian midwives, with job satisfaction as a mediating factor. A cross-sectional study was conducted among 182 midwives employed in Ministry of Health hospitals. Data were collected using a sociodemographic questionnaire, the McCloskey/Mueller Satisfaction Scale (MMSS), the Practice Environment Scale of the Nursing Work Index (PES-NWI), the Copenhagen Burnout Inventory (CBI) and the McCain and Marklin Social Integration (MMSI) Scale. Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) was used to test the proposed conceptual model. Results showed that 45.1% of midwives experienced high burnout, while 52.2% reported moderate burnout. SEM analysis indicated a direct association between burnout and coworker and supervisor support (β = - 0.18; p < 0.001), experience (β = 0.38; p < 0.001) and marital status (β = 0.38; p ≤ 0.001). The work area had an indirect effect on burnout (β = - 0.23; p < 0.001). Job satisfaction mediated the relationships between work environment, coworker and supervisor support and demographic factors, highlighting its role in reducing burnout. Enhancing workplace conditions and fostering supportive professional relationships may improve job satisfaction and mitigate burnout among midwives.