Nursing Staff Perceptions of Working Conditions in Pavlodar

Abstract

work and, subsequently, the quality of the provided nursing care. Factors influencing nurses’ job satisfaction include payment for work, workplace conditions, relationships in the team, and career opportunities. Purpose. This study aims to assess the level of job satisfaction among nurses with regard to their working conditions. Methods. A survey was conducted among 89 nurses in Pavlodar to assess their satisfaction with working conditions. Results. Four main factors influencing the degree of job satisfaction were identified: organization of work, salary, career prospects, and relationships in the team. The most significant source of dissatisfaction was the level of salary. Specifically, 43.3% of nurses were dissatisfied with their working conditions. Additionally, 42.7% of respondents expressed confidence in the future and financial stability of their profession. Only 24.7% of nurses were satisfied with their salary, which they felt fully corresponded to their contribution to work. Regarding career development, 50% of respondents were satisfied, while 40% were dissatisfied with the existing prospects. As for relationships between employees in the medical organization, a similar situation was observed: half of the respondents were satisfied with the current level of relationships, and 40% were dissatisfied. Conclusion. Job satisfaction depends on many factors that ultimately affect the quality of nursing care. Thus, it is important to create favorable working conditions to improve the quality of nursing care provided to the general public.