10.6084/M9.FIGSHARE.C.6241863
Thomas Potrebny
Thomas
Potrebny
Western Norway University of Applied Sciences
Jannicke Igland
Jannicke
Igland
Western Norway University of Applied Sciences
University of Bergen
Birgitte Espehaug
Birgitte
Espehaug
Western Norway University of Applied Sciences
Donna Ciliska
Donna
Ciliska
McMaster University
Western Norway University of Applied Sciences
Birgitte Graverholt
Birgitte
Graverholt
VID Specialized University
Western Norway University of Applied Sciences
Individual and organizational features of a favorable work environment in nursing homes: a cross-sectional study
Abstract Background The organizational context in healthcare (i.e., the work environment) is associated with patient outcomes and job satisfaction. Long-term care is often considered to be a challenging work environment, characterized by high job demands, low job control, a fast work pace and job dissatisfaction, which may affect patient care and increase staff turnover.This study aims to investigate the organizational context in nursing homes and the features of favorable or less favorable work environments. Methods This study is a cross-sectional study of registered nurses and licensed practical nurses in Bergen, Norway (nā=ā1014). The K-means clustering algorithm was used to differentiate between favorable and less favorable work environments, based on the Alberta Context Tool. Multilevel logistic regression analysis was used to investigate the associations between individual sociodemographic factors, nursing home factors and the probability of experiencing a favorable work environment. Results 45% of the sample (nā=ā453) experienced working in a favorable work environment. Contextual features (especially a supportive work culture, more evaluation mechanisms and greater organizational slack resources) and individual features (having a native language other than Norwegian, working day shifts, working full time and belonging to a younger age group) significantly increased the likelihood of experiencing a favorable work environment. Conclusion The work environment in nursing homes is composed of modifiable contextual features. Action in relation to less favorable features and their associated factors should be a priority for nursing home management. This survey indicates that specific steps can be taken to reduce the reliance on part-time workers and to promote the work environment among staff working the night shift.
Biotechnology
Ecology
Science Policy
Sociology
69999 Biological Sciences not elsewhere classified
Science Policy
110309 Infectious Diseases
figshare
2022
2022-10-11
2022-10-11
Collection
10.1186/s12913-022-08608-9
CC BY 4.0