The Impact of Job Satisfaction on the Professional Performance of Nurses in Palestine

This study aimed to assess the level of job satisfaction among nurses working in governmental hospitals in Palestine, identify key factors influencing their satisfaction, and examine the impact of these factors on professional nursing performance. A cross-sectional, descriptive, analytical design was used, involving 293 nurses from Emergency Departments (EDs) "180"and Intensive Care Units (ICUs) "113". Data were collected using a self-administered questionnaire measuring job satisfaction and professional performance. Findings revealed that most participating nurses were young males with limited experience and low income, which may affect their job stability and satisfaction. Overall job satisfaction was moderate, with high satisfaction in co-worker relationships and low satisfaction in promotion opportunities and working conditions. In contrast, professional performance levels were high, particularly in quality and creativity. A strong positive correlation was found between job satisfaction and professional performance (r = 0.728, p = 0.001), and regression analysis indicated that job satisfaction explained 64.2% of the variance in performance. Socio-demographic factors showed no significant effect, highlighting the greater influence of organizational conditions. The study concludes that enhancing managerial support, improving financial incentives, and expanding opportunities for professional development are essential for boosting job satisfaction, sustaining high performance, and strengthening workforce stability within Palestine’s governmental healthcare sector.