Burnout and Organizational Factors: A Study of Chinese Nurses in China

The problem of burnout in nursing has received world-wide attention. However, research on how work-related and social factors cause burnout within the context of China's transitional health-care system is limited. Our study examines the relationships between burnout and organizational factors within the context of hospital in China. Based on the quantitative method, the findings of the study indicate that both work overload and role conflict are positively related to Chinese nurses' burnout in China. Work demands from doctors and patients are also contributing to Chinese nurses' burnout. Social support and role ambiguity do not have statistically significant relationships with burnout. The study provides valuable recommendations for HRM in China to improve the efficiency and performance of nurses.