Type of theory
Theorists
summary of theory
Implications
Two factor
Herzberg
two factors influence job satisfaction: Intrinsic /satisfiers and Extrinsic motivators / dissatisfiers (fig) identifies the basic needs and impacts approaches to job design. Attracted attention to the concept of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation.
Expectancy
Vroom, Porter and Lawler
The recognised relationships between effort and performance, effort and results, and the importance of the outcomes to the person influence motivation and performance.
inform approaches to rewards, i.e. that there must be a relationship between effort and reward (reward should be obtainable and worthy).
Goal
Latham and Locke
Motivation and performance will develop if people have agreed
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(Armstrong, 2006). (Swarnalatha and Prasanna, 2012) All these motivation theories used as a framework for this study and formed a ground for the development of job satisfaction assessment. The concept of job satisfaction is varied hence a number of theories are formulated to describe what it means and how these could be enforced to promote job satisfaction and performance of the employees.
According to the study by Aaron Cohen and Ronit Golan (2007), job satisfaction is a strong indicator of absenteeism and turnover intentions. Syed and Yan (2012) reported that job rotation, Employee participation, empowerment, pay and Promotions, and Grievance handling procedures, were positively tied with employee’s job satisfaction. The study done by (Blaauw et al., 2013) proved that job satisfaction and intention to leave are statistically linked. Alam and Mohammad (2009) stated that the nursing staffs exhibited lower level of intention to leave the job / hospital while they were moderately satisfied with their job in all the six levels of job satisfaction such as interaction with supervisor, variety in their job, relationship with colleagues, rewards, pay and HR policies. Coomber and Barriball (2006)
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It was also proved, that there exist positive relationship between job satisfaction and these motivation factors. The outcome of the results regarding the influence of demographic factors such as age, marital status, nationality, qualification, and experience,on job satisfaction levels have been contrary. After the thorough literature research, it was found that the Minnesota job satisfaction questionnaire (MSQ) has been a valid tool to measure job satisfaction of employees of any industry. MSQ is a valid instrument for measuring job satisfaction of hospital workers(Martins and Proença, 2012) . My research investigates the factors which impact the job satisfaction of nurses the most and analyse their effect on their retention. MSQ is a valid instrument for measuring job satisfaction of hospital workers (Martins and Proença, 2012) . No detailed study on this topic has been done in Ireland so far. Hence my research aims to build on previous studies, to consider other factors that lead to job satisfaction and to investigate the relationship that exist between job satisfaction and demographic factors, and between job satisfaction and intention to leave. Job satisfaction plays a critical part in terms of employees ' performance, their well-being and to
The purpose of the article is “to examine the current state of knowledge about the scope of the nurse turnover problem, definitions of turnover, factors considered to be determinants of nurse turnover, turnover costs and of most importance to the authors, the impact of turnover on patient, nurse, and system outcomes,” (Hayes, 238). Hayes uses his
Nurses experienced unsatisfied work environment, fatigue, burnout and increased in career change leading to the nursing
The importance of staff retention Nurse retention is to provide staff with implements that will empower them in the workplace. Empowerment in organizational structures include power and opportunity. Employees with high levels of power are included in lines of information, support, resources and opportunities to learn and grow (Schwinger ET AL., 2010). In additional employees who have high levels of opportunity in their jobs tend to be more proactive problem solvers and accept change. When staff have opportunity and power, they are motivated, feel more in control, have increased wellbeing and have greater job satisfaction (Schwinger ET AL., 2010).
It is important to point out that not all turnovers are a negative occurrence. When a nurse gets promoted she may leave and work in another area of the hospital In this situation, the employee and hospital both benefit from the turnover that occurs within the facility. “Mobley (1982) identifies four main classes of determinants of turnover: (a) the state of the economy (e.g., the availability of alternative jobs), (b) organizational variables (such as leadership, reward systems, and job design that create the work environment), (c) individual variables (non-work-related and work-related), and (d) integrative variables (e.g., satisfaction, intent).” Relationships, staffing, and personal reasons fall within the above categories.
Job satisfaction: Hunt (2008) and Strachota, et.al, (2003) states that, "Probability of nursing turnover increases with increase in workload and job tension, with a decrease of job satisfaction as well". Coomber&Barrib (2006) states that, "Reduction in workplace stress will improve the nursing turnover ratio". Imbalance of work-life may be the reason of nursing turnover (Lieter and Maslach, 2009).Turnover or intent to leave will be reduced if there is higher job satisfaction among new graduates (Beecroft, Dorey, & Wenten, 2008; Kovner, Brewer, Greene, & Fairchild, 2009; Roche, Lamoureux, & Teehan, 2004) v. Low staffing level: IOM (2004) and, Seago, Spetz, Alvarado, Keane, & Grumbach ( 2006) have opined differently and said that different research studies showed that turnover affects staffing level because nurses move from hospitals to nursing homes and lack of willingness by the individuals to work in nursing field. Hunt (2009) findings also showed that feeling overworked is a result of low staffing levels which is caused by nursing
. Positive work relationships, effective nurse-physician collaboration, and high levels of work group cohesion have been found to contribute to higher job satisfaction and have been found to be significant determinants of nurses’ intentions to remain employed (Chan & Morrison; Ingersoll et al. ; Shader, Broome, Broome, West, & Nash, 2001). Nurse burnout has been found to be inversely associated with both job satisfaction and nurses’ intentions to remain employed (Aiken et al., 2002; Shader et al., 2001).
Nursing shortages are seen nationwide with a strong correlation between nurses leaving the bedside and a decrease in nurse satisfaction, which furthermore impacts patient outcomes (Cicolini, Comparcini, & Simonetti, 2014). According to the American Association of Colleges of Nursing, by the year 2025, there will be a shortage of over 260,000 nurses (Hunt, 2014). “A lack of job satisfaction is one of the most common reasons nurses leave their jobs and was, in many reports, negatively influenced by such factors as administration, the amount of time available for clinical duties and job security” (Hunt, 2014, p. 573). Understanding opportunities for improvement within individual facilities is essential to develop and implement a process improvement
Organizational Culture and Nursing Leadership Organizational culture is defined as "the set of key values, assumptions, understandings, and norms that is shared by members of an organization and taught to new members as correct," (Azanza, Moriano, & Molero, 2013). Organizational culture and leadership has been shown to have a direct correlation to staff retention, staff satisfaction, and work performance, especially in the nursing workforce. Although they each work in their own way, they are both important concepts in building a strong organization and impact one another in different ways. The relationship between organizational culture and leadership contributes to either the increase or decrease in performance, staff retention, and satisfaction. Hospital administrators continue to place a strong focus on evidence based practice and research to increase these factors in an effort to provide the highest level of patient care.
INTRODUCTION Adapted from the course module notes, there are two categories of theories and techniques in job design to motivate employees: 1. Content theories by Maslow, McClelland, Herzberg and Alderfer. 2. Process theories such as Job Rotation, Job Enlargement and Enrichment; Herzberg’s Two-Factor Theory, The Hackman and Oldham Model and Empowerment.
Context Motivation is regarded to be an important tool that can be utilized in accomplishing a given task. However, lack of motivation could result in inability to accomplish the task of poor performance. In this regard, it is worth noting that there are various factors that contribute to lack of motivation among individuals. Additionally, while an individual can be motivated at other times, some circumstances can make him or her to lack motivation. This reminds me of the time when we were doing group work that I realized that most of my group members were not motivated to do the assignment.
Motivation is essential for a group as well as an organization. In the eyes of the leader of organization McDonald’s, authorizing and inspiring staff members to do the best in their job and they’re capable of helps create job satisfaction, lowering gross revenue in an industry that has a standing for stimulating its employees. In addition, a glad, stable workforce not just conveys better customer service; it is likewise more compelling at building deals and attracting repeat business. There are five concentrate benefits of employee motivation which Mc Donald’s approached at: 1. Improved Productivity 2.
A study in 2003 found that over 40% of nursing employees in a hospital setting were experiencing job dissatisfaction (Steinmiller,
Introduction In today’s business, maximization of profits represents the principal feature of business operations. In order to achieve the highest profits, companies have to manage their human resources effectively. Thus, employee’s motivation has emerged as a critical component, it holds the key to the success of a company. Therefore, human resource managers must motivate their employees to let them perform to their best and achieve the organizational goals.
Job satisfaction occurs when employees consider the type of the
Next, there are four types of important theories of motivation which includes Maslow`s H Hierarchy of Needs Theory, McGregor’s Theory X and Theory Y, Herzberg’s Two- Factor Theory and McClelland’s Three-Needs Theory. These theories represent the foundation from which contemporary theories grew and still are used by practising managers to explain employee motivation. Motivation is an internal feeling which can be understood by manager because he is only one always close contact with the employees.” Motivation is