Nurse Engagement by Role of Work-Life Enrichment: Effect of Authentic Leadership and Communications

Abstract

Job satisfaction and the development of the nurses are dependent on the climate created by managers. Authentic leadership is one of the essential factors for nurse engagement. Perceived transparent organizational communication increases organizational legitimacy and improves organizational performance. By creating an appropriate climate, nurses are engaged with their responsibilities, and consequently, their families will be affected. This study investigates the effects of authentic leadership and communication on nurse engagement based on the role of work-life enrichment. The statistical society consists of 203 nurses working in the departments of Isfahan Hospitals. This study's results indicate that authentic leadership has significant and positive effects on work-life enrichment. However, it does not affect nurse engagement. The effect of perceived transparent organizational communications on nurse engagement approved; however, these communications have no impact on work-life enrichment. Eventually, the impact of work-life enrichment on nurse engagement was also approved.