Job satisfaction of nurses in Ministry of Health Hospitals in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Al-Ahmadi, H.A.
Saudi Medical Journal 23(6): 645-650
2002
ISSN/ISBN: 0379-5284 PMID: 12070540 Document Number: 542963
Objective: To examine the magnitude and determinants of job satisfaction in nurses working in Ministry of Health hospitals in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Methods: A modified version of the Minnesota Job Satisfaction Questionnaire was used to survey 500 nurses in 9 Ministry of Health hospitals in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. 366 nurses of different nationalities responded to the questionnaire (response rate 73%). Data analysis consisted of descriptive statistics, t-tests, one way-analysis of variance, correlation analysis, and regression analysis. Results: Overall job satisfaction was moderate. The most important determinants of job satisfaction were: recognition, technical aspects of supervision, work conditions, utilization of skills, pay, and job advancement. No differences were found in overall job satisfaction according to gender, age, income, nationality, or marital status. Differences were found according to educational level. Also, job satisfaction was positively correlated with years of experience. Conclusion: The study has important implications on the way the Ministry of Health hospitals are managed and on its policies regarding several aspects of human resources including efficient and effective use of nursing manpower.