A Multi-Factor Analysis of Job Satisfaction Among School Nurses

Abstract

Although job satisfaction has been widely studied among registered nurses working in traditional health care settings, little is known about the job-related values and perceptions of nurses working in school systems. Job satisfaction is linked to lower levels of job-related stress, burnout, and career abandonment among nurses. This study evaluated the level of job satisfaction among a convenience sample of school nurses practicing in California. The Index of Work Satisfaction (IWS) was the instrument used. Although the sampled school nurses rated autonomy and interaction as the most important and satisfying factors contributing to job satisfaction, the overall findings indicated that school nurses are relatively dissatisfied with their jobs.

Perceptions of school nurses and principals towards nurse role in providing school health services in Qatar

“…The perceived expectations from the school nurse contribute toward role confusion and role strain among many nurses [5]. The school nurse is therefore the healthcare representative on site [6,7].…”

Caregivers’ work satisfaction and individualised care in care settings for older people

“…Work satisfaction and dissatisfaction have been typically studied in acute hospitals (e.g. Foley et al. 2004, Utriainen & Kyngäs 2009) and work satisfaction appears to have a positive effect.…”

“…2004, Utriainen & Kyngäs 2009) and work satisfaction appears to have a positive effect. The literature shows that those who are satisfied with their work tend to report low levels of work‐related stress (Foley et al. 2004, Flanagan 2006) and burnout (Foley et al.…”

“…The literature shows that those who are satisfied with their work tend to report low levels of work‐related stress (Foley et al. 2004, Flanagan 2006) and burnout (Foley et al. 2004, Kwak et al.…”

Perspectives of School Nurse Vocational Satisfaction: A Qualitative Analysis

“…There exists confusion among educators and the general public regarding the role of the school nurse (Constante, 2002;Foley, Lee, Wilson, Cureton, & Canham, 2004). The pervasive misconception of the school nurse's role as the official dispenser of band-aids typically communicates a general lack of respect for the educational preparation and experience of individual school nurses and the school nursing profession.…”