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ArticleJournal of advanced nursing2026

Evaluation of Work-Related Stress, Moral Reward and Job Satisfaction Among Healthcare Professionals in the Postpandemic Era.

Αngeliki Fydanidou, Ourania S Kotsiou

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Αngeliki FydanidouUniversity of Thessaly, Larissa, Greece.
Ourania S KotsiouLaboratory of Human Pathophysiology, Department of Nursing, University of Thessaly, Larissa, Greece.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5219-6971

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aimThis study investigates work-related stress, moral reward and job satisfaction among healthcare professionals in the postpandemic era, focusing on the psychological and professional challenges they face. The study examines the role of excessive demands, inadequate support and reward imbalances, and explores the impact on healthcare workers' well-being and patient care quality.

designUtilising a quantitative research design, the study involved Greek healthcare professionals across various specialities.

methodsData were gathered via standardised questionnaires: the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS-14), Effort-Reward Imbalance (ERI) Questionnaire and Employee Satisfaction Index (ESI). The instruments assessed stress levels, effort-reward balance and job satisfaction, with analysis conducted using SPSS to identify key stressors and their correlation with job satisfaction.

resultsThe findings indicated high levels of perceived stress among participants without significant gender differences. Nurses particularly reported higher efforts and reward imbalances. Overall job satisfaction was moderate, with specific dissatisfaction with rewards, benefits and career advancement opportunities. Statistical analyses revealed significant correlations between increased stress, ERI and emotional overcommitment.

conclusionsThe study highlights the critical need for interventions that address ERIs and improve psychosocial support and working conditions, especially for nursing staff. It emphasises the importance of equitable compensation, professional advancement opportunities and a supportive work environment to enhance job satisfaction and reduce stress among healthcare professionals in a postpandemic context. IMPACT: This study underscores the need for systemic interventions to alleviate work-related stress, ensuring better work-life balance and improved job satisfaction among healthcare professionals. PATIENT OR PUBLIC CONTRIBUTION: No public or patient involvement.

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COVID-19Health PersonnelJob SatisfactionMoralsOccupational StressRewardAdultFemaleGreeceHumansMaleMiddle AgedSurveys and Questionnaireseffort–reward imbalancehealthcare professionalsjob satisfactionnursingwork‐related stress

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PMCPMC12994679

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