Authors : Nor-Safinah S. Dima; Sittie Zandra A. Domangcag; Nawla A. Gubar Ian C. Abordo; Donna Belle Sumugat; Armelyn Grace Maghanoy

Volume/Issue : Volume 9 - 2024, Issue 11 - November

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/IJISRT24NOV614

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Abstract : Background and Aim: Social support plays an important role in Work Engagement, especially in high-stress occupations such as nursing. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between social support and work engagement among nurses, focusing on the impact of different sources of support on various aspects of work engagement.  Methods A descriptive-correlational design was employed with 120 nurse respondents from Gregorio T. Lluch Memorial Hospital (GTLMH). An adaptive survey questionnaire, the Social Support Scale and Utrecht Work Engagement Scale (UWES) are used to gather the data.  Results The study finds significant positive correlations between social support from family and friends and all aspects of work engagement (vigor, dedication, and absorption) among nurses, indicating that higher social support was associated with greater work engagement. However, support from significant others shows a significant positive correlation only with vigor and absorption and does not significantly affect dedication.  Conclusion These findings underscore the importance of social support in enhancing work engagement among nurses. Healthcare administrators and policymakers should prioritize creating supportive work environments to enhance nurse’s well-being and professional commitment.

Keywords : Social Support, Work Engagement, Healthcare, Nurses.

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