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Work Engagement Nursing

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1. Work engagement Work engagement is defined as a ‘positive, fulfilling work-related state of mind characterised by vigour, dedication and absorption’ (Schaufeli et al. 2002, p. 465). Vigour is the willingness to commit yourself at work and the continuance of facing difficulties each day. The person has high levels of energy at work and is always motivated. Dedication involves being fully engaged in work and feeling enthusiasm and inspiration who enjoys taking on various challenges. (Bamford, Wong and Laschinger, 2012). Absorption is when a person is so captivated in work tasks that time passes by so quickly. (Schaufeli & Bakker 2010). Research has shown that it is important to investigate work engagement among nurses since they have high

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