The Influence of Nurse Manager Leadership Style on Staff Nurse Work Engagement

OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study is to evaluate the influence of nurse manager leadership style factors on staff nurse work engagement. METHODS: Using a descriptive correlational research design, 441 staff nurses working in 3 acute care hospitals were surveyed. Survey instruments included the Utrech...

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Published in:The Journal of nursing administration 2017-10, Vol.47 (10), p.S43-S48
Main Author: Manning, Jennifer
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Communication
Job satisfaction
Leadership
Management theory
Managers
Nurses
Nursing
Nursing administration
Professional relationships
Staff
Transformational leadership
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Summary:OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study is to evaluate the influence of nurse manager leadership style factors on staff nurse work engagement. METHODS: Using a descriptive correlational research design, 441 staff nurses working in 3 acute care hospitals were surveyed. Survey instruments included the Utrecht Work Engagement Scale and the Multifactorial Leadership Questionnaire 5X short form. RESULTS: Transactional and transformational leadership styles in nurse managers positively influenced staff nurse work engagement. Passive-avoidant leadership style in nurse managers negatively influenced staff nurse work engagement. CONCLUSIONS: Nurse managers who provide support and communication through transformational and transactional leadership styles can have a positive impact on staff nurse work engagement and ultimately improve organizational outcomes.
ISSN:0002-0443
1539-0721
DOI:10.1097/01.NNA.0000525957.84889.72