scholarly journals RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN WORK LIFE QUALITY AND SUBJECTIVE FATIGUE AMONG NURSES EMPLOYED IN LATGALE REGION HOSPITALS

Author(s):  
Liāna Deklāva ◽  
Māra Skrodere ◽  
Olga Fokina ◽  
Lolita Vilka ◽  
Inga Millere

Quality of health care, safe working environments, sufficient care staff and adequate remuneration in our rapidly changing world are one of the biggest health care challenges. Quality of working life is a reciprocal process between hospital management and nurses in order to simultaneously improve the staff's holistic well - being, working conditions and the effectiveness of hospital work and care. The impact of internal and external factors in the quality of working life can be directly or indirectly related to subjective fatigue for working nurses. The aim of the study is to find out the connection between the quality of working life of nurses working in Latgale region and subjective fatigue. 219 nurses in the Latgale region participated in the study. There were used two research tools: Job quality assessment questionnaire and Individual strength/fatigue questionnaire. In the study descriptive statistical method is used. Using the non-parametric method and the correlation of Spirmen's rank, the relationship between quality of work and subjective fatigue of nurses is determined. The study concluded that there is a link between quality of work life and subjective fatigue (r = -0.375; p<0.001). The result is theoretically and practically applicable in the hospital to improve the quality of work life for nurses. 

2016 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 117
Author(s):  
Agung Setywan

Based on the condition and circumstance of quality of work life at  the Secretariat of the Coordinator Ministry for Economic Affairs, Jakarta, which is based on preliminary research show its not satisfactory, the purpose of this study was to: (1) determine the influence of organizational culture on quality of work life, (2) the effect of career development on the quality of work life, (3) the effect of the work environment on the quality of work life, (4) the effect of compensation policy and benefit on the quality of work life, and (5) the effect of employee attitudes to job towards the quality of working life. Methodologically, the research approach is a quantitative approach. The method research instrument is a questionnaire containing 89-point declaration from the six latent variables in the study, using the Likert Scale 1-5. The independent latent variable is the quality of work life, while independent latent variables are organizational culture, career development, work environment, compensation policy and benefit, and employee attitudes to work. Location of the study at the Secretariat of the Coordinator Ministry for Economic Affairs, Jakarta, with a population of 116 employees.Data were analyzed using Partial Least Square (PLS) Structural Equation Modeling (SEM), with software SmartPLS 3. The result showed that the fifth independent variable only one influential positive and significant on the quality of working life Which means the fifth independent variable having value predictive (predictive relevance) on the quality of working life.Meanwhile the fifth regression variable indepedenshow different results: ( i ) insignificant between cultures organization with the quality of working life, ( ii ) there is a positive connection between development and significant career with the working life , ( iii ) insignificant between the workplace with the working life , ( iv ) insignificant policy of compensation and benefit with the working life; ( v ) insignificant between the employees to the quality of working life.   Keywords:   Quality of work life, cultural organization, career development, work environment, compensation policy and benefit, employee attitude to work.


2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (6) ◽  
pp. 9-19
Author(s):  
G. Belehova

The article studies the issue of assessment quality of work life of the population (QWL) on the basis of a subjective approach. The article indicates relevance of the debate surrounding the category of «quality of work life», gives an overview of methods of assessment quality of work life of the population, corresponding to the subjective approach, substantiates the possibility of assessment quality of work life within of a subjective approach based on indicators of satisfaction with aspects of work life. The author developed a methodology for assessing the quality of working life of the population, involving the use of sociological survey tools and the Likert scale. The methodology was tested based on the data of the sociological poll «The monitoring of the labor potential quality», conducted with the direct participation of the author in 2018. According to the results, it was revealed that the composite index of QWL was 0.254, i.e. more than half of the working-age population of the Vologda Oblast are satisfied with the current quality of life in their workplace. The article highlights that all partial indices take positive values, i.e. the majority of respondents are more or less satisfied with the components of the quality of work life. Private indices of employment stability and psychological climate in the organization are of greatest importance, private indices of remuneration of labor and career opportunities are least. The author also discovers the differences in the assessment of QWL by socio-demographic characteristics, level of education and the characteristics of employment.


2018 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 42 ◽  
Author(s):  
Meithiana Indrasari ◽  
Mujtaba M Momin ◽  
Nur Syamsudin ◽  
Peter Newcombe ◽  
Surja Permana

<p>This examines the influence of motivation and quality of work life on employee performance CV. Prima Indo Tuna in Makassar. This type of research is explanatory attempt to explain the factors that affect the performance of the employees of the two factors, namely the motivation and the quality of working life. Respondents were 50 people who were employees at CV. Prima Indo Tuna Makassar on the processing or production either permanent or contract employee. Analysis of hypothesis verification regression analysis, which showed no significant influence between the variables of motivation and quality of work life on employee performance, it is proved by F <sub>count&gt;</sub> 6,806 F <sub>table</sub> 3.20. From the analysis of the partial test proved that there is a significant influence on the variables of motivation and the quality of working life to the performance. Then the partial test results obtained by the partial determination coefficient (r<sup>2)</sup>of 0108 which shows motivation variable is the dominant variable affecting employee performance.</p>


2017 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 383-412
Author(s):  
Ruwa Ahmed Ibrahim

The aim of this research is to identify the reality of the quality of work life in different dimensions and to know the importance of the quality of work life of the employees in the presidency of the University of Tikrit. The research adopted the analytical descriptive research methodology. To achieve the research objectives, the researcher designed a questionnaire for measuring the quality of working life consisting of (5) dimensions, And were applied to a sample of (30) employees of the two years randomly chosen from the research community. Data were statistically processed by calculating arithmetic averages, standard deviations, extraction of frequencies and percentages. In the light of the findings of the research, the researcher came out with a set of Among the recommendations that the decision-makers can make use of at Tikrit University is that improving the quality of the work in its psychological, social and natural dimensions constitutes a social, moral and moral responsibility for the organizations, and that the level of efficiency of the organization in carrying this responsibility can be reflected in tangible results on the Organization's efforts in terms of growth and prosperity And adapting to environmental requirements. The success of the organization in creating the right quality of work life can help it to unleash the capacity of its working members to achieve the goal of increasing productivity in quantity and quality. The current trends of organizations are no longer dependent solely on investment in good capital and modern technology but rather on changes in work in terms of content and dimensions.


2017 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Dr Masood ul Hassan

The study was intended to examine the effect of upward mobility on employee’s perceived quality working life and work identification of Engineers of Kashmir division. The sample consists of 300 Engineers whose age ranged from 24-58 years. Work identification was measured through a questionnaire developed by Shrivastava and Dolke (1978). Quality of working life and upward mobility was measured through the questionnaires developed by Shah and Ansari (2000). The data was analysed by the Multiple Regression method.


2016 ◽  
Vol 3 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Dr. Zeenat Zahoor

Human beings are basically psychosomatic entities. They join organizations in their capacities to satisfy their economic, social and psychological needs. In any organization an employee has to adhere to the given quality of working life and play pre-formatted prescribed roles. Hence, a good quality of working life in any organization play an integral part to develop employee’s working skills, positive attitudes towards their job in particular and organization as a whole, level of job satisfaction and commitment for their respective organization. This theoretical endeavor reviews the historical perspective of quality of work life, nature and definitions of quality of work life, dimensions of quality of work life, construct of quality of work life, components of quality of work life and approaches and scopes of quality of work life. This article also explores some important aspects of Muslim female employee where quality of work life has positive effects. The article concludes with vibrant implications of quality of work life in any organization which is in thrust of development.


2013 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 100
Author(s):  
Ruhyaningtias Ruhyaningtias ◽  
Iriani Indri Hapsari

Abstract This study aims to determine the effect of the quality of working life on organizational commitment in employees especially employees in PT. Mutualplus Global Resources in December 2013. Measurement scales used in this study was: Quality of Work Life Walton, in Zin (2004), and Bellingham & Meek, in Mas'ud (2004). The organizational commitment scale adapted from Allen & Meyer measurements, in Zin (2004) and Mowday, Steers & Porter, in Mas'ud (2004). The samples used in this study was 60 employees of PT. Mutualplus Global Resources. The method used is quantitative research with using the research data collection techniques such as interviews, observation, and using a questionnaire. The data analysis technique used was a simple regression analysis using the statistical software program SPSS version 18.00. Based on the results of hypothesis testing concluded that the quality of work life and a positive significant effect on organizational commitment in employees the product moment correlation coefficient is 0,697. However, due to the categorization of the quality of work life and organizational commitment included in the category with each having the same number of proportion, amounting to 80%, it can be concluded that the quality of work life of employees quite fulfilled that commitment of employees have also not too strong or weak against the organization. Major variables influence the quality of working life on organizational commitment show correlation of 0,486 which means that the variable quality of work life affects the organizational commitment about 48,6 % and the remaining 51,4 % is influenced by other variables. Key Word : Organizational Commitment and Quality of Work Life


2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Getu Mosisa ◽  
Muktar Abadiga ◽  
Adugna Oluma ◽  
Bizuneh Wakuma

Abstract Background Quality of work-life refers to the extent to which members of a work organization can satisfy their personal needs through their work experience in the organization. High quality of working life is critical for healthcare organizations to attract and retain qualified, committed and motivated employees and also lead to high task performance. However, there are few studies regarding quality of work life among nurses in Ethiopia. The objective of this study was to assess quality of work life and associated factors among nurses working in Wollega Zones governmental hospitals, 2018.Methods Institutional based cross - sectional study design was conducted on 212 nurses working in wollega zones governmental hospitals from November to December, 2018. The study participants were selected by using simple random sampling techniques. The data was entered into Epi data version 3.1 and then exported into Statistical Package for the Social Sciences window version 20.0 for analysis. Multiple regression analysis was conducted to identify factors associated with quality of working life of nurses. Statistical significance was declared at p<0.05.Result A total of 212 nurses were involved in the study. The study revealed that about 108(50.5% of nurses have good quality of work life. Income and dependent family were significantly associated with quality of work life. In this study, Nurses who have no dependent family were 2.72 (AOR 2.72, 95% CI: 1.38, 5.38) times more likely to have good quality of work life compared to those who have dependent family. Nurses whose monthly income 446-5294 were 2.39(AOR 2.39 95% CI: 1.08, 5.37) times more likely to have good quality of work life compared to those who got less than 3653.Conclusion Nearly half of nurses were dissatisfied with the quality of their work life . The study revealed that monthly income and presence of dependent family showed significant association with quality of work life. Bringing up and maintaining a higher level of quality of work life among nurses is a key to promote job satisfaction and enhance quality of patient care.


2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (01) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rahman Hakim ◽  
Noverdi Bross

PENGARUH KUALITAS KEHIDUPAN KERJA DAN BUDAYA ORGANISASI TERHADAP KETERIKATAN KARYAWAN Abstrak Penelitian bertujuan untuk menguji pengaruh Quality of work life (kualitas kehidupan kerja) dan Organization Culture (budaya organisasi) secara parsial maupun simultan terhadap Employee Engagement (keterikatan karyawan) pada PT Sucofindo. Metode penelitian yang digunakan untuk menguji hipotesis adalah Explanatory Survei Method. Penjelasan hubungan antar variabel diuji dan dianalisis dengan Structural Equation Modeling (SEM). Responden dalam penelitian ini berjumlah 356 orang. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Quality work of life signifikan mempengaruhi Employee Engagement, variabel Organization Culture signifikan mempengaruhi Quality work of life dan Organization Culture signifikan mempengaruhi Employee Engagement di PT. Sucofindo. Sementara Quality of Work Life mempunyai pengaruh langsung 28 % terhadap variabel Employee Engagement, variabel Organizational Culture mempengaruhi secara langsung sebesar 24 % dan secara tidak langsung sebesar 66 % terhadap variabel Employee Engagement seehingga Total pengaruh (total effect) variabel Organizational Culture adalah sebesar 42 %. Berdasarkan penelitian, dikemukakan beberapa saran untuk meningkatkan Employee Engagement di PT Sucofindo dengan memberikan intervensi dari faktor budaya organisasi dan kualitas kehidupan kerja karyawan. Kata Kunci : Quality work of life. Organization Culture, Employee Engagement Effect of Quality of Work Life and Culture Organization Against Employee Engagement (Case Study PT Sucofindo ) Abstract The results of this thesis show that the Quality work of life (quality of working life) significantly affect the Employee Engagement (Attachment Employees), variable Organization Culture (Cultural organization) significantly affects Quality work of life (quality of working life) and Organization Culture (Cultural organization) significantly affect Employee Engagement (Employee Engagement) at PT. Sucofindo. While the Quality of Work Life (quality of working life) have direct influence 28% of the variable Employee Engagement (employee engagement), variable Organizational Culture (cultural organizations) influence directly 24% and indirectly 66% of the variable Employee Engagement (attachment employees). Total effect (total effect) in this study was 42%. Some of the suggestions put forward in this thesis, for the management of PT Sucofindo to improve employee engagement in PT Sucofindo by giving the intervention of factors organizational culture and quality of working life of employees. Keywords: Quality work of life. Organization Culture, Employee Engagement


2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 97-101
Author(s):  
Hasanuddin Hasanuddin ◽  
Retna Astuti Kuswardani ◽  
Sri Milfayetty ◽  
Abidah Ayu

Improving the quality of work life in the community, especially in Sumber Melati Diski Village, needs to be done. The purpose of this activity is to provide and strengthen the community to develop themselves and have the ability to cope with stress so that they can achieve a quality work life. The selection of partner locations is based on the needs of the community in Sumber Melati Village to alleviate the stress problem that is carried out through every community activity, both Posyandu, Perwiritan and others. The method is a workshop with creative art techniques. The capacity of the community is strengthened is to know the source of the problem, analyze, create and implement the design of problem alleviation, counseling and play therapy. The results of the mentoring show that people who solve problems with creative techniques can solve their problems personally and make decisions quickly. Furthermore, creative counseling that is carried out in groups can overcome emotional problems and minimize social problems. From this activity it was found that creative techniques in problem solving can minimize stress on the community which can effectively improve the quality of working life in the community of Sumber Melati Diski Village.


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