scholarly journals Job Satisfaction Among Employees After a Merger: A Cross-Sectional Survey in the Local Health Unit of Sardinia Region, Italy

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Claudia Isonne ◽  
Angelo Nardi ◽  
Pasquale de Soccio ◽  
Alessandro Zerbetto ◽  
Monica Giffi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Job Satisfaction ◽  
Multivariable Analysis ◽  
Local Health ◽  
Health Unit ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Local Health Unit ◽  
Logistic Regression Models ◽  
Organization And Management ◽  
The Impact

Job satisfaction plays an important role in healthcare organization and management; it is critical for maintaining and improving staff efficiency and consequently the quality of care provided. Organizational restructuring processes, including mergers, are likely to affect job satisfaction levels, but evidence of the impact they have is surprisingly scarce. The aim of the study was to describe a methodology used to measure job satisfaction of the employees at a Local Health Unit (LHU) in Italy immediately after a merger and to assess the determinants associated with any reduction in worker satisfaction. The study was conducted among employees of the LHU of the Sardinia Region in July 2018, after a merger of eight subregional LHUs had taken place. The entire staff was enrolled, of which a total of 1,737 employees were surveyed. We used a questionnaire exploring socio-demographic and working characteristics of the employees, the various areas related to job satisfaction and interviewee opinions on the merger process. Multivariable stepwise backward logistic regression models were built to identify factors independently associated with lower job satisfaction. The results of a multivariable analysis showed that lower job satisfaction was more likely in employees with an administrative role (aOR: 2.34, 95% CI: 1.37–4.00) or a career demotion (aOR: 1.84, 95%CI: 1.11–3.03). High levels of mental stress were strongly associated with lower job satisfaction (aOR: 5.64, 95%CI: 4.16–7.64). “More equity of employee rewards” was the only example of a set of responder suggestions found to be associated with lower job satisfaction (aOR: 2.30, 95%CI: 1.51–3.47). Generally, responders showed a good level of job satisfaction—and this was also the case following the merger—but some job profile determinants were strongly associated with low employee satisfaction. The results of the study highlighted several challenging areas and critical issues relating to working conditions. Further surveys are required to confirm these results and to monitor their evolution over time.

The impact of age on general and bladder cancer-specific quality of life among bladder cancer survivors.

2020 ◽  
Vol 38 (6_suppl) ◽  
pp. 463-463
Author(s):  
Pauline Filippou ◽  
Sean McCabe ◽  
Hannah McCloskey ◽  
Kathryn Gessner ◽  
Judy Hamad ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Bladder Cancer ◽  
Cancer Survivors ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Multivariable Analysis ◽  
Multiple Linear Regression Model ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Impact

463 Background: Quality of life among cancer survivors has been shown to vary by age. Our objective was to evaluate differences in general and bladder cancer-specific quality of life based on age among a large cross-sectional bladder cancer cohort. Methods: We performed a cross-sectional survey of bladder cancer patients using the Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network Patient Survey Network and Inspire platforms to determine general and bladder cancer-specific quality of life (QOL) using the EORTC QLQ-C30 and Bladder Cancer Index. Patients were also queried regarding demographic, socioeconomic and clinical characteristics. We present descriptive statistics and a multiple linear regression model to identify factors independently associated with QOL domain score. Results: 972 respondents self-identified as patients with bladder cancer, of whom 41% were female and 97 % were white. The mean age was 67.6 years (range 29 to 93 years). Respondents were highly educated (67% completed college). 63% of patients identified as having non-invasive (NMIBC) cancer (n=578), 30% had MIBC (n=270), and 7% had metastatic bladder cancer (n=63). On multivariable analysis, older age was significantly associated with better generic QOL and urinary function ( Table), but not sexual function (p=0.19) or bowel function (p=0.73), controlling for sex, race, stage, comorbidity and years since diagnosis. Conclusions: Higher general and domain-specific QOL scores are more common among older bladder cancer patients. Differential impact by age may be important for the development of tailored interventions to improve QOL for bladder cancer patients. [Table: see text]

scholarly journals Prevalence and Factors for Anxiety during the COVID-19 Pandemic among College Students in China

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (9) ◽  
pp. 4974
Author(s):  
Jing Guan ◽  
Cuiping Wu ◽  
Dandan Wei ◽  
Qingqing Xu ◽  
Juan Wang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Anxiety Symptoms ◽  
Preventive Behaviors ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Logistic Regression Models ◽  
Potential Factors ◽  
The Government ◽  
The Impact

Background: Knowledge of the impact of COVID-19 on the mental health of college students remains limited. Our aim is to investigate the prevalence of anxiety and explore the potential risk and protective factors of anxiety. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was adopted and a total of 24,678 college students were included from Zhengzhou, Henan Province, China, during February, 2020. Anxiety was assessed by using the Generalized Anxiety Disorder tool (GAD-7). Multiple logistic regression models were established for exploring potential factors of anxiety. Results: The overall prevalence of anxiety was 7.3%. After adjusting for potential confounders, sex, place of residence, worried level, fear level, cognitive levels, and behavior status were found to be associated with anxiety (p < 0.05). Students with positive preventive behaviors showed a protective effect against the anxiety symptoms compared to those with negative preventive behaviors. In contrast to the high-cognition category, participants at a low cognitive level were 14.9% more likely to present anxiety symptoms. Conclusion: This large-scale study assessed the prevalence of anxiety and its potential influencing factors among college students. It suggests that the government could strengthen health education related to COVID-19 and supervise the performance of preventive behaviors to handle anxiety.

scholarly journals Turnover Intention: The Impact of Ethical Climate, Job Satisfaction and Organizational Commitment

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 75
Author(s):  
Nurtati Nurtati
Keyword(s):  
Job Satisfaction ◽  
Organizational Commitment ◽  
Significant Relationship ◽  
Turnover Intention ◽  
Ethical Climate ◽  
Educational Background ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Design Data ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Impact

Human resources have a major role in every activity of the company and are essential to support the success of the organization. It can be damaged directly by employee behavior of intention to turnover. The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of the ethical climate, job satisfaction and organizational commitment on turnover intention. The research method is quantitative with a cross-sectional survey design. Data analysis uses multiple linear regression test. Three hypothesis ware tests and the results showed that thare is a significant relationship between the ethical climate and turnover intention, job satisfaction has a significant relationship with turnover intention, also organizational commitment has a significant effect on the turnover intention of employees. To reduce the risk of turnover intention the company needs to take preventive steps by building a positive work ethic climate, providing rewards. Besides improving the working atmosphere, giving attention, respect, and appreciation to all employees without discriminating the status, expertise and educational background by providing equal opportunities in the promotion of career paths.

scholarly journals The impact of overeducation on job outcomes

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. 104-120
Author(s):  
Mohammed Ali Alzubaidi
Keyword(s):  
Job Satisfaction ◽  
Organizational Commitment ◽  
Job Performance ◽  
Turnover Intentions ◽  
Job Attitudes ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Self Assessment ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Self Assessments ◽  
The Impact

The purpose of this study is to analyze the impact of overeducation on several job attitudes and outcomes. The study is based on cross-sectional survey data from 398 Saudis in the labor market. Drawing upon a person-job fit theory, two different self-assessments—direct self-assessment and indirect self-assessment—are used to examine how overeducation influences job satisfaction, organizational commitment, turnover intentions, and job performance. The results of the hierarchical regressions suggest that overeducation across the two measures is significantly negatively related to job satisfaction and organizational commitment, while significantly positively related to turnover intentions, even after controlling for different confounding variables. However, no significant impact was found for job performance. Furthermore, despite the slight differences in terms of the magnitudes of their effects, the two self-assessment measures of overeducation largely overlap and yield similar conclusions. These findings confirm that except for job performance, overeducation—as a form of person–job misfit—is an important predictor of job attitudes and outcomes. The current study extends the existing literature by providing comparative empirical evidence on the impact of overeducation in Saudi Arabia

scholarly journals The Impact of Delegation of Authority on Job Satisfaction, Job Performance and Organizational Growth at Higher Educational Institutions in Sindh

2020 ◽  
Vol V (III) ◽  
pp. 32-45
Author(s):  
Syed Gul Muhammad Shah ◽  
Anjum Bano Kazmi
Keyword(s):  
Job Satisfaction ◽  
Job Performance ◽  
Private Universities ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
P Value ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Organizational Growth ◽  
Delegation Of Authority ◽  
The Impact

The present study is explanatory research that adopted a cross-sectional survey design to achieve the objectives of the study. Simple random sampling technique was used to obtain data from the teachers. The data were collected from n=10 public and general private universities of Sindh. The data were analyzed using SPSS v.22 and AMOS v.22. The findings revealed that firstly, a delegation of authority has a significant impact on job satisfaction because (?= 0.928, and p value=0.000). Secondly, a delegation of authority has a significant impact on job performance because (?= 1.047, and p value=0.000). Thirdly, job satisfaction has a significant impact on organizational growth because (?=0.407, and p value=0.000). Fourthly, job performance has a significant impact on organizational growth because (?=0.141, and p value=0.000). Therefore, this study recommends that the practice of delegation of authority should be adopted in public and private universities.

scholarly journals Impostor Phenomenon in the Nutrition and Dietetics Profession: An Online Cross-Sectional Survey

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Matthew J. Landry ◽  
Dylan A. Bailey ◽  
MinJi Lee ◽  
Samuel Van Gundy ◽  
Audrey Ervin
Keyword(s):  
Job Satisfaction ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Impostor Phenomenon ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Logistic Regression Models ◽  
Registered Dietitian Nutritionists ◽  
Prevention Methods ◽  
Nutrition And Dietetics

AbstractBackgroundImpostor phenomenon (IP) (also known as impostor syndrome) describes high-achieving individuals who, despite their objective successes, fail to internalize their accomplishments and have persistent self-doubt and fear of being exposed as a fraud or impostor. Despite robust literature describing the effects of IP in other health care professions, there is an absence of research within the nutrition and dietetics profession.ObjectiveTo assess the prevalence and predictors of IP within the nutrition and dietetics students and practitioners.DesignAn online cross-sectional survey was conducted.Participants/setting1,015 students, dietetic interns, and currently practicing and retired nutrition and dietetic technicians registered, and registered dietitian nutritionists provided complete responses.Main outcome measuresImpostor phenomenon was assessed with the Clance Impostor Phenomenon Scale (CIPS). Self-reported Job satisfaction and well-being were assessed using validated scales.Statistical analysesDescriptive statistics were summarized and reported using frequency counts and percentages. Unadjusted logistic regression models were used to assess the relationship between IP and sociodemographic outcomes, job satisfaction, and well-being.ResultsRespondents were primarily female, non-Hispanic White, and practicing dietitians. The average CIPS score was 66.0 ± 16.3 (range 22-99). 64% of survey respondents (n=655) experience intense or frequent IP and 62% (n=628) had a CIPS score ≥62. Older age, educational attainment, professional level, and membership in Academy groups were associated with lower IP scores. Greater Social media use was associated with higher IP scores. Job satisfaction and overall well-being were inversely correlated with impostor phenomenon (p<0.001).ConclusionsFindings from an online survey suggest that a majority of nutrition and dietetics students and practitioners experience IP. Our results reinforce the need to recognize and address this issue by raising awareness, using early prevention methods, and supporting individuals who are younger and/or new to the profession.

scholarly journals Organizational Culture and Job Demands and Resources: Their Impact on Employees’ Wellbeing in a Multivariate Multilevel Model

2019 ◽  
Vol 16 (17) ◽  
pp. 3006 ◽  
Author(s):  
Esther Lopez-Martin ◽  
Gabriela Topa
Keyword(s):  
Job Satisfaction ◽  
Organizational Culture ◽  
Organizational Citizenship ◽  
Job Demands ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Health And Wellbeing ◽  
Multivariate Multilevel Model ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Job Demands And Resources

(1) The present study aims to explore the impact of job demands and resources (JDR), personal resources, and the organizational culture on workers’ wellbeing and health. (2) A cross-sectional survey of Spanish workers in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) was conducted with a sample of 1599 workers from 154 SMEs. A multivariate multilevel analysis was performed to analyze the different relationships. (3) In light of the results obtained, we observed that job demands were negatively associated with workers’ health, while job resources were positively correlated to workers’ health and wellbeing. Secondly, the different types of identification at work are positively related to job satisfaction and organizational citizenship behaviors (OCBs), but the intensity of this association differs with the form of identification. Finally, at the organization level, the dimensions of organizational culture are related differently to employees’ job satisfaction, OCBs, and health; (4) these results confirm the role of organizational culture and its association with desirable outcomes, allowing us to expand the JDR model.

scholarly journals Association of water quality with soil-transmitted helminthiasis and diarrhea in Nueva Santa Rosa, Guatemala, 2010

2018 ◽  
Vol 16 (5) ◽  
pp. 724-736
Author(s):  
Almea Matanock ◽  
Xin Lu ◽  
Gordana Derado ◽  
Victoria M. Cuéllar ◽  
Patricia Juliao ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Water Quality ◽  
Water Treatment ◽  
Oral Route ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Household Water Treatment ◽  
Logistic Regression Models ◽  
Control Programs ◽  
Waterborne Transmission ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Improved water quality reduces diarrhea, but the impact of improved water quality on Ascaris and Trichuris, soil-transmitted helminths (STH) conveyed by the fecal-oral route, is less well described. To assess water quality associations with diarrhea and STH, we conducted a cross-sectional survey in households of south-eastern Guatemala. Diarrhea was self-reported in the past week and month. STH was diagnosed by stool testing using a fecal parasite concentrator method. We explored associations between Escherichia coli-positive source water (water quality) and disease outcomes using survey logistic regression models. Overall, 732 persons lived in 167 households where water was tested. Of these, 79.4% (581/732) had E. coli-positive water, 7.9% (58/732) had diarrhea within the week, 14.1% (103/732) had diarrhea within the month, and 6.6% (36/545) tested positive for Ascaris or Trichuris, including 1% (6/536) who also reported diarrhea. Univariable analysis found a statistically significant association between water quality and STH (odds ratio [OR] = 5.1, 95% confidence interval [CI] = 1.1–24.5) but no association between water quality and diarrhea. Waterborne transmission and effects of water treatment on STH prevalence should be investigated further. If a causal relationship is found, practices such as household water treatment including filtration might be useful adjuncts to sanitation, hygiene, and deworming in STH control programs.

The impact of SPY angiography on intraoperative decision making and outcomes for post-mastectomy reconstruction

2019 ◽  
pp. 1-5
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Skin Necrosis ◽  
Regression Models ◽  
Multivariable Analysis ◽  
P Value ◽  
Flap Necrosis ◽  
Single Institution ◽  
Logistic Regression Models ◽  
The Impact

Objective: While the use of intraoperative laser angiography (SPY) is increasing in mastectomy patients, its impact in the operating room to change the type of reconstruction performed has not been well described. The purpose of this study is to investigate whether SPY angiography influences post-mastectomy reconstruction decisions and outcomes. Methods and materials: A retrospective analysis of mastectomy patients with reconstruction at a single institution was performed from 2015-2017.All patients underwent intraoperative SPY after mastectomy but prior to reconstruction. SPY results were defined as ‘good’, ‘questionable’, ‘bad’, or ‘had skin excised’. Complications within 60 days of surgery were compared between those whose SPY results did not change the type of reconstruction done versus those who did. Preoperative and intraoperative variables were entered into multivariable logistic regression models if significant at the univariate level. A p-value <0.05 was considered significant. Results: 267 mastectomies were identified, 42 underwent a change in the type of planned reconstruction due to intraoperative SPY results. Of the 42 breasts that underwent a change in reconstruction, 6 had a ‘good’ SPY result, 10 ‘questionable’, 25 ‘bad’, and 2 ‘had areas excised’ (p<0.01). After multivariable analysis, predictors of skin necrosis included patients with ‘questionable’ SPY results (p<0.01, OR: 8.1, 95%CI: 2.06 – 32.2) and smokers (p<0.01, OR:5.7, 95%CI: 1.5 – 21.2). Predictors of any complication included a change in reconstruction (p<0.05, OR:4.5, 95%CI: 1.4-14.9) and ‘questionable’ SPY result (p<0.01, OR: 4.4, 95%CI: 1.6-14.9). Conclusion: SPY angiography results strongly influence intraoperative surgical decisions regarding the type of reconstruction performed. Patients most at risk for flap necrosis and complication post-mastectomy are those with questionable SPY results.

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