Journal of Nursing & Care

Jan Johansson Hanse

Publications

• Research Article
  Leader-Member Exchange (LMX) and Psychosocial Factors at Work Among Healthcare Professionals
  Author(s): Jan Johansson Hanse, Ulrika Harlin, Caroline Jarebrant, Kerstin Ulin and Jörgen WinkelJan Johansson Hanse, Ulrika Harlin, Caroline Jarebrant, Kerstin Ulin and Jörgen Winkel
  
  Aim: The study aims to examine the associations between leader–member exchange (LMX) and psychosocial factors at work. Methods: A questionnaire-based cross-sectional study was undertaken at four units in two not-for-profit hospitals in southwestern Sweden. The study sample included 240 employees. Results: Significant correlations were found between LMX items and most of the psychosocial domains and dimensions. The strongest correlations were found between the LMX item affect and rewards/recognition, role clarity and predictability, and the LMX item loyalty and rewards/recognition. In sum, high-quality LMX was associated with good psychosocial work conditions experienced by the employees. Conclusions: The results support possible ways for managers and employees to strengthen their re.. Read More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2167-1168.1000193

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