Types of perception of work-life balance among MZ generation nurses: A Q methodology approach
Abstract
Background & Aims: Research on the types of work-life balance perceptions among MZ generation nurses is essential for improving collaboration and communication within organizations. The study aimed to identify the types of role perceptions regarding work-life balance (WLB) among MZ generation nurses.
Materials & Methods: The Q methodology was applied, selecting 36 Q samples from a population of 190, which were extracted from literature and in-depth clinical interviews with preceptors, new nurses, and nursing managers. The P sample consisted of 40 MZ generation nurses who had experience as preceptors regarding work-life balance. The Q samples were classified into a quasi-normal distribution frame and measured on a nine-point scale. Data were analyzed using the PQ Method program.
Results: Q factor analysis of the subjective perceptions of MZ generation nurses regarding WLB revealed four types: 'Organizational-Culture-Oriented,' 'Personal-Goal-Oriented,' 'Organizational-Culture-Dissatisfied,' and 'Emotional -Stability-Oriented.' These four types explained 54.1% of the total variance.
Conclusion: The findings suggest that MZ generation nurses prioritize mental satisfaction and quality of life over economic compensation. Therefore, organizations can improve job satisfaction and organizational commitment among nurses by providing multidimensional support that reflects their diverse needs.
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doi: 10.18502/npt.v10i1.12257
2. Kim JA, Ahn SS, Shim C. A study on the effects of workplace bullying (Tae-Wom) cognition on career identity and turnover intention among MZ generation nurses—focusing on the mediating effect of career identity. Journal of Employment and Career. 2023;13(1):47-76.
3. Holland P, Tham TL, Sheehan C, Cooper B. The impact of perceived workload on nurse satisfaction with work-life balance and intention to leave the occupation. Applied Nursing Research. 2019 Oct 1;49:70-6.
4. Kim S, Eom J, Shim J. A Comparative Study on Intention to Use Digital Therapeutics: MZ Generation and Baby Boomers’ Digital Therapeutics Use Intention in Korea. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. 2022 Aug 3;19(15):9556.
5. Mullen K. Barriers to work–life balance for hospital nurses. Workplace Health & Safety. 2015 Mar;63(3):96-9.
6. Sánchez-Hernández MI, González-López ÓR, Buenadicha-Mateos M, Tato-Jiménez JL. Work-life balance in great companies and pending issues for engaging new generations at work. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. 2019 Dec;16(24):5122.
7. Tan SH, Chin GF. Generational effect on nurses’ work values, engagement, and satisfaction in an acute hospital. BMC Nursing. 2023 Mar 30;22(1):88.
8. Son JH, Kim CS, Lee HS. A study on the response of each generation to the communication characteristics of the MZ generation. Journal of Communication Disorders. 2021;77:202-15.
9. Lee JW, Kang HJ. Work-Life Balance and Life Satisfaction (Part 1): Focused on Generation Differences. The Korean Journal of Local Government Studies. 2018;22(3):267-91.
10. Go KY, Cho J, Park SY, Bae SH. Content analysis of nurses' perceptions of work-life balance. Journal of Korean Nursing Resarch Society. 2023;7(4):93-102. doi.org/10.34089/jknr.2023.7.4.93
11. Lim HB, Jo H. The effect of performance evaluation’s perception of fairness on job satisfaction and organizational commitment: Focusing on the moderating effect of MZ generation. The Korean Journal of Local Government Studies. 2022;26(2):379-403. doi.org/10.20484/klog.26.2.16
12. Na BJ, Kim EJ. A study on the mediating and moderating effect of work-family conflict in the relationship among emotional labor, occupational stress, and turnover intention. Journal of Korean Academy of Nursing Administration. 2015;22(3):260-9. doi.org/10.11111/jkana.2016.22.3.260.
13. Jalbuena JE. Work to quality of life among millennials and generation Z nurses in professional practice. International Journal of Research in Management. 2023;11(12):113-25. doi.org/10.5861/ijrsm.2023.1158
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15. McKeown BF, Thomas DB. Q methodology. Los Angeles (CA): SAGE Publications; 2013.
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17. Kelliher C, Richardson J, Boiarintseva G. All of work? All of life? Reconceptualising work‐life balance for the 21st century. Human Resource Management Journal. 2019 Apr;29(2):97-112. doi: 10.1111/1748-8583.12215.
18. Downes C, Koekemoer E. Work-life balance policies: Challenges and benefits associated with implementing flexitime. SA Journal of Human Resource Management. 2011 Jan 1;9(1):1-3.
19. Jung MS, Kim HL, Lee YJ. Factors influencing work-life balance in Korean registered nurses. Korean Journal of Occupational Health Nursing. 2017;26(2):114-123. doi.org/10.5807/kjohn.2017.26.2.114
20. Sirgy MJ, Lee DJ. Work-life balance: An integrative review. Applied Research in Quality of Life. 2018 Mar;13:229-54. doi: 10.1007/s11482-017-9509-8.
21. McCarthy A, Darcy C, Grady G. Work-life balance policy and practice: Understanding line manager attitudes and behaviors. Human Resource Management Review. 2010 Jun 1;20(2):158-67. doi: 10.3390/bs13060461.
22. Farivar F, Cameron R, Yaghoubi M. Work-family balance and cultural dimensions: From a developing nation perspective. Personnel Review. 2016 Mar 7;45(2):315-33.
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25. Wood J, Oh J, Park J, Kim W. The relationship between work engagement and work–life balance in organizations: A review of the empirical research. Human Resource Development Review. 2020 Sep;19(3):240-62.
26. Lee J. Factors affecting subjective well-being of office workers. Journal of the Korea Contents Association. 2014;14:400–8. doi: 10.5392/JKCA.2014.14.01.400.
27. Bell AS, Rajendran D, Theiler S. Job stress, wellbeing, work-life balance and work-life conflict among Australian academics. E-journal of Applied Psychology. 2012 Jan 1;8(1).
28. Tak J, Seo H, Won Y, Sim H. A test of construct validity of the Work Meaning Inventory: Based on employees. Korean Journal of Industrial and Organizational Psychology. 2017;30:357–72. doi: 10.24230/kjiop.v30i3.357-372.
29. Kim K, Chang J, Kim S, Cho A, Chang W. Trends of empirical researches on meaning of work: Centered on articles published in Korean and international journals from 2009 to 2018. Journal of Corporate Education Talent Research. 2019;21:79-101. doi: 10.46260/KSLP.21.1.4.
30. Žiaková K, Kohanová D, Čáp J, Kurucová R. A thematic analysis of professionalism from the perspective of nurse managers. Nursing Practice Today. 2023 Oct 18;10(4):344-55. doi:10.18502/npt.v10i4.14080.
31. Bassah N, Epie NN, Ngunde PJ. Nurses' knowledge and use of the nursing process in two major hospitals in Fako, Cameroon. Nursing Practice Today. 2023 Mar 15;10(1):53-61.
doi: 10.18502/npt.v10i1.12257
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