Abstract
This research is an examination of job satisfaction and turnover among nursing assistants employed in nursing homes. Using a statewide sample with 550 nursing assistants responding, the results indicated that 60% were satisfied with their jobs and 30% planned to quit. The nursing assistants participating in this study identified the relationship with the resident as the most important work issue, and their major reason for staying in the job. They were most dissatisfied with pay, benefits, and recognition and appreciation. Although the respondents were dissatisfied with benefits and salary, these work issues could not explain overall satisfaction or turnover. The multivariate analysis confirmed that professional growth and involvement in work-related decisions, supervision, and management keeping employees informed were significantly related to both turnover and overall satisfaction.
| Original language | English (US) |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 51-58 |
| Number of pages | 8 |
| Journal | Journal of gerontological nursing |
| Volume | 29 |
| Issue number | 3 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Mar 2003 |
| Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Nursing
- Gerontology
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