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ArticleJournal of nursing management2026

Professional Self-Perception Among Critical Care Nurses in China: A Nationwide Cross-Sectional Survey.

Xin Liu, Xuan Zhang, Zewen Pan, Yu Xu, Zhongwen Sun, Haixia Tang, Lei Chen, Jianhua Tang, Zheng Jia, Yue Huang and 3 more

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Xin LiuDepartment of Critical Care Medicine, Sichuan Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Sichuan Cancer Hospital & Institute, Sichuan Cancer Center, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, China, uestc.edu.cn.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0001-5427-7895
Xuan ZhangDepartment of Colorectal Surgery, Sichuan Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Sichuan Cancer Hospital & Institute, Sichuan Cancer Center, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, China, uestc.edu.cn.
Zewen PanDepartment of Critical Care Medicine, Sichuan Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Sichuan Cancer Hospital & Institute, Sichuan Cancer Center, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, China, uestc.edu.cn.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0009-0702-3065
Yu XuDepartment of Critical Care Medicine, West China Hospital, West China School of Nursing, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China, scu.edu.cn.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0000-3888-7119
Zhongwen SunDepartment of Critical Care Medicine, State Key Laboratory of Oncology in South China, Guangdong Provincial Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Sun Yat-sen University Cancer Center, Guangzhou, China, sysucc.org.cn.
Haixia TangDepartment of Critical Care Medicine, Traditional Chinese Hospital of Lu'an Affiliated to Anhui University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Lu'an, Anhui, China.
Lei ChenDepartment of Critical Care Medicine, National Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Tianjin's Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital, Tianjin, China, tmucih.com.
Jianhua TangDepartment of Critical Care Medicine, Sichuan Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Sichuan Cancer Hospital & Institute, Sichuan Cancer Center, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, China, uestc.edu.cn.
Zheng JiaDepartment of General Internal Medicine, Sichuan Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Sichuan Cancer Hospital & Institute, Sichuan Cancer Center, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, Sichuan, China, uestc.edu.cn.
Yue HuangDepartment of Critical Care Medicine, Sichuan Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Sichuan Cancer Hospital & Institute, Sichuan Cancer Center, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, China, uestc.edu.cn.
Ying PengDepartment of Critical Care Medicine, Sichuan Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Sichuan Cancer Hospital & Institute, Sichuan Cancer Center, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, China, uestc.edu.cn.
Hanfeng ZhangDepartment of Nursing, Sichuan Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Sichuan Cancer Hospital & Institute, Sichuan Cancer Center, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, China, uestc.edu.cn.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5264-4068
Zhenjun LiuDepartment of Critical Care Medicine, Sichuan Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Sichuan Cancer Hospital & Institute, Sichuan Cancer Center, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, China, uestc.edu.cn.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0007-9072-0966

Funding

Key Clinical Construction Project of Sichuan Province YB2022009
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

objectiveThis study aimed to conduct a nationwide cross-sectional investigation to gain a comprehensive understanding of the professional self-perception among critical care nurses in China. This investigation focused on three dimensions: the Thriving at Work Scale (TWS), the Voice Behavior Scale (VBS), and the Adjustment Focus Scale (AFS).

methodAn electronic questionnaire was distributed to intensive care unit (ICU) nurses across China using stratified and convenience sampling. TWS, VBS, and AFS scores and sociodemographic factors were collected. Multivariable ordinal logistic regression (MOLR) was employed to explore the influencing factors on professional self-perception (tertiled TWS, VBS, and AFS scores).

resultA total of 583 valid questionnaires were collected. The TWS, VBS, and AFS scores were 49 (44-54), 37 (31-40), and 48 (45-55), respectively. MOLR analysis revealed significant associations between gender and TWS (adjusted OR, 95% CI: 2.01, 1.32-3.07, p < 0.001), VBS (adjusted OR, 95% CI: 2.15, 1.39-3.33, p < 0.001), and AFS (adjusted OR, 95% CI: 1.74, 1.14-2.66, p = 0.002). Average monthly household income was significantly associated with TWS (adjusted OR, 95% CI: 1.51, 1.19-1.92, p < 0.001), VBS (adjusted OR, 95% CI: 1.35, 1.05-1.74, p = 0.018), and AFS (adjusted OR, 95% CI: 1.47, 1.16-1.86, p = 0.002). Professional title was inversely related to TWS (adjusted OR, 95% CI: 0.73, 0.55-0.96, p = 0.027) and VBS (adjusted OR, 95% CI: 0.64, 0.47-0.88, p = 0.006). In addition, associations were found between marital status and TWS, ICU experience and position and VBS, and age and AFS (p < 0.05).

conclusionOur findings suggest that critical care nurses in China exhibit a moderate level of professional self-perception. Young, single, female ICU nurses with lower household income, middle-level professional titles, lower positions, and less ICU experience are associated with lower professional self-perception. Nursing managers can intervene to enhance professional self-perception by targeting individuals with these influencing factors.

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Critical Care NursingNursesSelf ConceptAdultAttitude of Health PersonnelChinaCross-Sectional StudiesFemaleHumansIntensive Care UnitsJob SatisfactionMaleMiddle AgedSurveys and Questionnairesadjustment focusintensive care unitprofessional self-perceptionthriving at workvoice behavior

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