Publication Date
2004
Degree Type
Master's Project
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department
Nursing
First Advisor
Virgil Parsons
Second Advisor
Elizabeth Dietz
Keywords
Job satisfaction, demographics, work setting, Mueller McCloskey Satisfaction Scale, nurse practitioner
Abstract
PURPOSE: To identify demographics and job satisfaction levels of currently working nurse practitioners (NPs) in California. DATA SOURCES: A mail-in survey was used to gather data The Mueller McCloskey Satisfaction Scale was sent to a randomized sample of 200 California NPs with active licensure. Descriptive statistical analysis of usable data was employed. CONCLUSIONS: NPs reported high levels of job satisfaction. Aspects of the job that showed significant levels of satisfaction were schedules, flexibility of hours, and interprofessional relationships. NPs were least satisfied with not having professional opportunities such as participation in nursing research, writing/publishing, and belonging to a department/nursing committee.
Recommended Citation
Wild, Priscilla, "Nurse Practitioners' Characteristics and Job Satisfaction" (2004). Master's Projects. 824.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.31979/etd.87wp-8d2s
https://scholarworks.sjsu.edu/etd_projects/824
