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Tasks Contributing to Job Satisfaction Among Health Professionals: A Qualitative Descriptive Study.

Dip Raj Thapa, Håkan Nunstedt, Ingrid Larsson, Jenny Hallgren, Inger Ahlstrand, Sandra Pennbrant

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Dip Raj ThapaSchool of Health Sciences, University of Skövde, Skövde, Sweden.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6596-5837
Håkan NunstedtDepartment of Health Sciences, University West, Trollhättan, Sweden.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5219-6031
Ingrid LarssonSchool of Health and Welfare, Halmstad University, Halmstad, Sweden.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4341-660X
Jenny HallgrenSchool of Health Sciences, University of Skövde, Skövde, Sweden.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1819-0896
Inger AhlstrandSchool of Health and Welfare, Jönköping University, Jönköping, Sweden.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3152-8353
Sandra PennbrantDepartment of Health Sciences, University West, Trollhättan, Sweden.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2793-9937

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

aimThis study described healthcare professionals' experiences of tasks that contribute to job satisfaction.

designA qualitative descriptive study was conducted.

methodsData were collected through a survey questionnaire with an open-ended question on job satisfaction. 5464 healthcare professionals responded to the questionnaire. Data were analysed through manifest qualitative content analysis.

resultsThe theme 'Enhancing healthcare professionals' job satisfaction through coherence, manageability, and meaningfulness' emerged with the following five categories: Enhancing person-centred care, Enhancing education, mentorship, and patient communication, Enhancing active participation in organisational development and transformation, Enhancing multi-professional teamwork and collaborative care, and Enhancing rewards and support.

conclusionThis study emphasises that job satisfaction among healthcare professionals depends on meaningful caring activities, a supportive work environment, and workplace resources. These factors boost resilience, reduce stress, and improve retention and patient care. A resource-based, salutogenic approach promotes both professional and personal well-being, fostering healthier, more effective healthcare environments. PATIENT OR PUBLIC CONTRIBUTION: No patient or public contribution.

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Health PersonnelJob SatisfactionWorkplaceAdultFemaleHumansMaleMiddle AgedQualitative ResearchSurveys and Questionnairesclinical nurse specialisthealth professionshealth promotionjob satisfactionnursesoccupational health nursingsalutogenesisspecialist nursessustainable developmentwork satisfactions

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PMCPMC12533499

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