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Personal mastery and its predictors among pediatric nurses: a cross-sectional study
Jing Run1, Xinyu Qian1, Bei Ge1
1PICU, Children's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, No. 72, Guangzhou road, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China.
Scientific Reports
|June 4, 2026
Summary
Pediatric nurses report moderate personal mastery, influenced by experience and work schedules. Interventions should focus on supporting junior, unmarried nurses and optimizing night shifts to improve well-being and retention.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Occupational Health
- Psychology
Background:
- Pediatric nursing faces high stress and burnout risks.
- Personal mastery is vital for nurses' mental health and patient care quality.
- Understanding factors influencing personal mastery in pediatric nurses is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the current level of personal mastery among pediatric nurses.
- To identify factors associated with personal mastery in this population.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional survey was conducted with 342 pediatric nurses in China.
- Data collected via self-administered questionnaires, including a Personal Mastery Scale.
- Bivariate and multiple linear regression analyses were performed.
Main Results:
- Pediatric nurses demonstrated a moderate level of personal mastery (35.40 ± 4.68).
- Positive correlates included age, work experience, professional title, and marital status.
- Night shift frequency was a significant negative correlate; unmarried status and frequent night shifts independently lowered personal mastery.
Conclusions:
- Personal mastery in pediatric nurses is moderate, with potential for enhancement.
- Targeted support for junior, unmarried nurses, and those with frequent night shifts is recommended.
- Interventions like optimized scheduling and enhanced training can foster personal mastery and workforce stability.
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