Workaholism, organizational life and well‐being of Norwegian nursing staff

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this study is to examine the relationship of individual difference personality characteristics (Big Five, generalized self‐efficacy), workaholism components and work life factors on measures of job satisfaction, burnout and health complaints.

Design/methodology/approach

Data were gathered from 496 nursing staff caring for terminally ill patients in five health care facilities in Norway using questionnaires.

Findings

Hierarchical regression analyses, controlling for personal demographic and work setting characteristics, indicated strong relationships of particular Big Five personality factors, workaholism components and work life factors with both job satisfaction and burnout; health complaints were only predicted by personality factors.

Practical implications

Future research must examine the generalizability of these findings to other samples in different countries. Implications for management and organizations are offered.

Originality/value

This paper contributes to the understanding of personality factors to workaholics in work outcomes and well‐being.

Citation

Burke, R.J., Berge Matthiesen, S. and Pallesen, S. (2006), "Workaholism, organizational life and well‐being of Norwegian nursing staff", Career Development International, Vol. 11 No. 5, pp. 463-477. https://doi.org/10.1108/13620430610683070