Network analysis of perceived stress and burnout among Chinese nurses
摘要
This study constructed a burnout-perceived stress network model and explored its associations with job satisfaction. An online cross-sectional survey was conducted from November 13 to December 15, 2022, across 23 hospitals in China. The Chinese versions of the Perceived Stress Scale, the Maslach Burnout Inventory General Survey, and the Nurse Working Satisfaction Scale were used to assess stress, burnout, and job satisfaction, respectively. Network analysis was employed to identify central nodes and bridges in the burnout-perceived stress network and their connections to job satisfaction. “Good at job” demonstrated the highest expected influence in the entire burnout-perceived stress network, followed by “Stressed” and “Less enthusiasm”. “Contributing”, “Effective”, “Felt yourself on top of things”, and “Confident about the ability to handle personal problems” were identified as the most critical bridge symptoms connecting the burnout-perceived stress network. Within the burnout community, “Contributing” and “Doubt significance” showed direct associations with job satisfaction. Burnout-related symptoms play a crucial role in the central nodes, bridge symptoms, and associations with job satisfaction within the burnout-perceived stress network of clinical nurses. These symptoms have significant implications for improving the quality of work life for nursing staff.