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Identify perceived strategies for promoting happiness among nurses: Protocol for a mixed-methods study
Seyedeh Somayeh Kazemi1,2, Mansour Ranjbar3, Mohammad Rafighi4
1Department of Health Education & Promotion, Faculty of Health, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran.
Plos One
|July 23, 2026
Summary
This study explores nurse happiness, identifying factors and strategies to improve well-being and patient care. Findings aim to create supportive healthcare environments, reducing burnout and boosting job satisfaction for nurses.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Management
- Occupational Health Psychology
- Nursing Studies
Background:
- Nurses face high stress and burnout in demanding healthcare settings.
- Workplace happiness is crucial for nurse performance, job satisfaction, and well-being.
- Understanding happiness factors can improve patient care and reduce staff turnover.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically investigate current happiness levels among nurses.
- To identify perceived strategies for enhancing nurse well-being.
- To develop evidence-based recommendations for healthcare settings to promote happiness and mitigate burnout.
Main Methods:
- Mixed-methods approach combining quantitative and qualitative data.
- Two-stage sampling in ten hospitals for quantitative phase; snowball sampling for qualitative phase.
- Data collection via demographic checklist, Oxford Happiness Questionnaire, and semi-structured interviews.
Main Results:
- Quantitative data will reveal happiness prevalence and correlations with demographics/occupational factors.
- Qualitative data will offer nuanced insights into workplace happiness challenges and enablers.
- Findings will inform actionable recommendations for supportive healthcare work environments.
Conclusions:
- Workplace happiness positively impacts nurses' health, job satisfaction, and patient care quality.
- Identifying strategies to promote happiness can enhance staff well-being and patient outcomes.
- This research is vital for fostering a healthier, more engaged nursing workforce.
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