Job Satisfaction of Nurses as Hospital Employees in Relation to Their Job Performance

The quality of healthcare delivery largely depends on the well-being and motivation of nursing staff. This study examined the relationship between job satisfaction and job performance of nurses employed in a government hospital in Jasaan, Misamis Oriental. A descriptive-correlational research design was used to determine how various aspects of job satisfaction influence overall performance. The respondents included 82 nurses selected through purposive sampling who had at least six months of continuous service. A structured questionnaire collected quantitative data on five domains of job satisfaction, including working conditions, salary and benefits, interpersonal relationships, opportunities for professional growth, and recognition, as well as five dimensions of job performance, including quality of patient care, efficiency, adherence to hospital policies, teamwork, and professionalism. Data were analyzed using weighted means to determine levels of satisfaction and performance, while the Pearson correlation coefficient was employed to examine the relationship between the variables. The results indicated that nurses reported high overall job satisfaction, with the highest satisfaction in interpersonal relationships and the lowest in salary and benefits. Overall job performance was rated very high, particularly in adherence to hospital policies, professionalism, and teamwork. Statistical analysis showed a moderate positive correlation between job satisfaction and job performance, suggesting that nurses who experience higher satisfaction tend to perform better across professional duties. These findings highlight the importance of fostering supportive work environments, recognizing staff contributions, and addressing compensation concerns to improve both satisfaction and performance outcomes among nurses.