Impact of Work-Related Contact After Working Hours on the Work-Life Balance of Nurses Working Hospital Shifts
10.5807/kjohn.2025.34.2.52
- Author:
Eun-Yeong HONG
1
;
Eun-Young KIM
Author Information
1. Graduate Student, College of Nursing, Dong-A University, Busan, Korea
- Publication Type:Original Articles
- From:Korean Journal of Occupational Health Nursing
2025;34(2):52-61
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
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Abstract:
Purpose:The purpose of this study was to examine the extent of work-related contact after working hours and work-life balance among shift work nurses and the impact of work-related contact after working hours on work-life balance.
Methods:A descriptive research design was used with a convenience sample of 165 nurses. Data were collected from August 1 to August 31, 2024 using self-reported questionnaires. Data were analyzed with a t-test, ANOVA, Pearson’s correlation, and multiple linear regression analyses using SPSS/WIN 30 software.
Results:We found that work-life balance was significantly and negatively related to age (β=-.42, p<.001) and the degree of work-related contact after working hours (β=-.19, p=.016), with an explanatory power of 24.6% (F=4.54, p<.001).
Conclusion:This study highlights the importance of reducing unnecessary work-related contact after working hours and improving work-life balance, which is expected to enhance not only job satisfaction but also the quality of life of shift work nurses.
