The Impact of Organizational Culture on Nursing: A Comprehensive Analysis

Ana Luiza Ferreira Aydogdu¹

Section:Research Paper, Product Type: Journal-Paper
Vol.11 , Issue.4 , pp.32-41, Dec-2023

Online published on Dec 31, 2023

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Abstract :
In today’s complex and highly competitive healthcare landscape, the role of nurses is paramount, and the impact of organizational culture on their satisfaction and the quality of healthcare they provide cannot be overstated. This study aimed to explore the existing scientific literature on the impact of organizational culture on nursing. This is a bibliographical and descriptive study. Search for articles was carried out in three databases: PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science (WoS) Core Collection. using the descriptors: Nurs* and “Organizational Culture” using the Boolean Operator “AND”. The search was refined to include articles published within the last five years to ensure the most current and relevant literature was considered. A total of 20 articles were included. Nurses’ self-assessments of organizational culture in their workplaces have yielded varying results, ranging from “average” to “high”. Notably, studies conducted in South Korea consistently found higher scores in relation-oriented culture and lower scores in task-oriented culture. It was identified that organizational culture significantly influences crucial aspects of the nursing profession, including professionalism, nurse turnover, nurse retention, well-being, workplace challenges, effective healthcare delivery, management, and the role of leadership. Understanding and nurturing a positive and supportive organizational culture is vital for enhancing the quality of healthcare delivery and the job satisfaction and well-being of nurses. Hence, in this complex sector, effective hospital administration and competent nursing management are imperative in fostering an organizational culture that supports nurses` well-being, tackles workplace challenges, and improves healthcare delivery.

Key-Words / Index Term :
Health Facilities, Nurse Administrators, Nursing, Organizational Culture, Quality of Health Care

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