The Influence of Workplace Ergonomics on Job Satisfaction and Patient Care Quality: A Cross-sectional Study of Nursing Technicians in KSA

Abstract

Workplace ergonomics plays a crucial role in the well-being and performance of healthcare professionals. This cross-sectional study aimed to investigate the influence of workplace ergonomics on job satisfaction and patient care quality among nursing technicians in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). A total of 500 nursing technicians from various healthcare facilities across KSA participated in the study. Data were collected using a self-administered questionnaire that assessed workplace ergonomics, job satisfaction, and perceived patient care quality. The results revealed a significant positive correlation between workplace ergonomics and job satisfaction (r = 0.78, p < 0.001) and between workplace ergonomics and patient care quality (r = 0.72, p < 0.001). Multiple regression analysis showed that workplace ergonomics significantly predicted job satisfaction (β = 0.65, p < 0.001) and patient care quality (β = 0.58, p < 0.001). The findings highlight the importance of implementing ergonomic interventions in healthcare settings to promote job satisfaction among nursing technicians and enhance the quality of patient care. Recommendations for improving workplace ergonomics in healthcare facilities are discussed.