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The Impact of Nurse-to-Patient Ratios on Quality of Patient Care and Nursing Job Satisfaction 2023
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The Impact of Nurse-to-Patient Ratios on Quality of Patient Care and Nursing Job Satisfaction 2023 **Title:** The Impact of Nurse-to-Patient Ratios on Quality of Patient Care and Nursing Job Sati... sfaction **Abstract:** This study investigates the effect of nurse-to-patient ratios on the quality of patient care and the satisfaction of nurses in their jobs. The growing concern about nurse staffing levels in healthcare facilities, linked to both patient safety and nurse satisfaction, makes this topic an imperative area of research. The paper argues that optimal nurse-to-patient ratios are crucial to achieving high-quality patient care and enhancing nurses' job satisfaction. **Keywords:** Nurse-to-Patient Ratios, Quality of Care, Job Satisfaction, Patient Safety, Nurse Staffing. **Introduction:** The nursing profession plays a crucial role in the healthcare system. Nurses are at the forefront of patient care, acting as the primary caregivers for patients. As such, their workload and the quality of care they provide are directly linked to patient outcomes and overall healthcare quality. One of the critical factors that influence these dynamics is the nurse-to-patient ratio. In light of this, it is essential to explore how these ratios impact the quality of patient care and nurse job satisfaction. **Literature Review:** Various studies have demonstrated the connection between nurse-to-patient ratios, quality of care, and nurse satisfaction. For instance, Aiken et al. (2002) found that each additional patient per nurse was associated with a 7% increase in both patient mortality and failure-to-rescue rates. Similarly, research by McHugh et al. (2011) suggests a positive relationship between better nurse staffing ratios and patient satisfaction. Notably, these studies also highlight the correlation between low nurse-to-patient ratios and increased nurse burnout and job dissatisfaction. **Methods:** The study uses a quantitative research design, utilizing secondary data from hospitals across the United States. Nurse-to-patient ratios, patient outcomes (mortality rates, readmission rates, complications), and nurse job satisfaction levels were measured. Regression analysis was used to examine the relationship between the variables. **Results:** [Show More]
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