Nurse Manager Decision-Making Involvement in Ethiopian Hospitals

What is it about?

The study aimed to assess the involvement of nurse managers in decision-making and associated factors in selected government hospitals in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The majority of nurse managers were not involved in decision-making, with 71% having good decision-making involvement. Nurse managers in matron positions were more likely to participate in decision-making than head nurses. Managerial support and feedback on decision-making involvement were also significant factors in good decision-making involvement. No significant association was found between sociodemographic characteristics and decision-making involvement. [Some of the content on this page has been created by AI]

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Why is it important?

This research is important because it highlights the involvement of nurse managers in decision-making and its associated factors in selected government hospitals in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Understanding the level of nurse managers' involvement in decision-making is crucial for ensuring optimal healthcare service delivery. Nurse managers play a vital role in ensuring the quality of patient care and promoting a positive work environment. By understanding the factors that affect their decision-making involvement, healthcare facilities can take steps to improve the participation of nurse managers in decision-making processes, ultimately leading to better patient outcomes and increased efficiency in healthcare delivery. Key Takeaways: 1. A majority of nurse managers in the selected government hospitals in Addis Ababa were not involved in decision-making, with 57.7% excluded from the process. 2. Nurse managers in matron positions were more likely to participate in decision-making than head nurses. 3. Receiving managerial support and feedback on decision-making involvement were significant factors associated with good decision-making involvement among nurse managers. 4. Socio-demographic characteristics such as work experience, educational level, and age were not associated with nurse managers' decision-making involvement. 5. The study findings emphasize the need for healthcare facilities to provide support, resources, and feedback to nurse managers to enhance their involvement in decision-making processes.