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Machiavellian characteristics among nurses

S Moore

    Nursing Management
    |May 1, 1995
    PubMed
    Summary

    Machiavellian traits influence career choices and workplace behavior. This study found that hospital nursing administrators and nurse educators exhibit similar Machiavellian scores, with head nurses scoring high.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Organizational Behavior
    • Healthcare Management

    Background:

    • Machiavellianism is a key personality trait influencing professional conduct.
    • Understanding these traits is crucial in healthcare settings, particularly in nursing leadership.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate Machiavellianism levels in nursing administrators and educators.
    • To determine if head nurses display elevated Machiavellian scores.

    Main Methods:

    • Comparative analysis of Machiavellian orientation across different nursing roles.
    • Statistical evaluation of hypothesis testing.

    Main Results:

    • No significant difference in Machiavellian orientation was found between hospital nursing administrators and nurse educators.
    • Head nurses demonstrated high scores on Machiavellian traits.

    Conclusions:

    • Machiavellian traits are prevalent in nursing leadership roles.
    • Findings suggest Machiavellianism may be a factor in career progression and behavior within nursing management.

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