Date of Completion

2025

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Keywords

workload intensity, career satisfaction, career sustainability

Abstract

The study was conducted to determine the nurses’ perceived workload intensity, career satisfaction, and career sustainability in selected government primary hospitals in Cavite. The JD-R model and Herzberg’s theory were the study’s theoretical framework. The JD-R model underscored the balance between job demands and resources in shaping outcomes, while Herzberg’s theory highlighted the need for hygiene factors and motivators to prevent dissatisfaction and enhance job satisfaction. Together, these models emphasize the importance of a supportive work environment that meets employees’ needs, boosts confidence, and promotes long-term career sustainability. The study utilized a quantitative correlational research design that explored the relationship between workload intensity, career satisfaction, and career sustainability among nurses. This approach allows for assessing how workload intensity currently affects their career satisfaction and sustainability at a specific time. The researchers employed non-probability total enumeration to identify respondents who fulfilled the study's criteria. All in all, the research gathered 53 respondents from the selected government primary hospitals. Compiling all the collected data, the researchers analyzed and identified the workload intensity experienced by the nurses along with their current perspectives on their career satisfaction and sustainability. The results of the study revealed “High” scores in all three variables, reflecting effective time management, job satisfaction, and commitment to a long-term nursing career. The findings also revealed a strong relationship between increased workload, career satisfaction, and career sustainability. Additionally, significant differences were noted across age groups but not by sex, years of experience, or shift duration. These findings collectively supported the rejection of the null hypotheses. Middle-aged female nurses with significant experience favor 8-hour shifts for work-life balance, but understaffing leads to longer hours and impacts well-being despite a reported "high" workload. Respondents also report a high career sustainability. Age significantly affects workload intensity and career satisfaction but not career sustainability. Sex and experience do not significantly impact these variables. Interestingly, a higher workload correlates with greater career satisfaction and sustainability, and career satisfaction boosts sustainability.

First Advisor

Marjorie Fay P. Sta. Maria, RN, LPT, MAN, PhD

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