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1Nursing Department, College of Applied Medical Sciences, University of Hafr Al-Batin, Hafr Al-Batin, Saudi Arabia.
Background:
Self-efficacy is crucial for nursing performance and is influenced by factors such as education, experience, and continuing professional development (CPD). This study explored the impact of CPD on the self-efficacy of nurses in Saudi Arabia.
Method:
A cross-sectional study was conducted among 183 nurses across three health care facilities in Eastern Saudi Arabia. Self-efficacy was measured with the General Self-Efficacy Scale (GSE), and CPD was assessed with the Arabic adaptation of the Questionnaire for Professional Development of Nurses.
Results:
Mean GSE score was 30.11 (SD = 4.54), indicating high self-efficacy. Significant positive correlations were found between GSE and age (r = .181, p = .014), years of experience (r = .201, p = .006), and motivation for professional development (r = .398, p < .001). Regression analysis identified age, motivation for professional development, professional accountability and workplace engagement activities, and graduate nursing education as significant positive predictors of GSE.
Conclusion:
Domains of CPD, including motivation for professional development and engagement in professional accountability and workplace activities, were significant predictors of nurses' self-efficacy in Saudi Arabia. These findings support structured CPD initiatives that foster motivation and engagement to strengthen nursing practice and patient care outcomes.
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