Work-Life Balance of Female Nurses in University of Uyo Teaching Hospital: The Personal Life Perspective.

Abstract:

This study was conducted to assess the influence of work-life balance on the performance of female nurses in University of Uyo teaching hospital with particular attention on the personal life domain of these nurses. The study population was 480 female nurses in the employ of University of Uyo teaching hospital from which a sample of 218 was selected using Taro Yamene’s formulae for sample size determination. Primary data, which were collected through a structured questionnaire, was used for the study. Data obtained were analyzed using descriptive statistics and inferential techniques. Results of data analysis revealed a correlation value of R= 0.605 with a substantial standardised coefficient of β=0.600 of the studied variables. Conclusively, there exist a significant positive influence between personal life domain and the performance of female nurses in University of Uyo teaching hospital. To prevent any adverse effects on their professional performance, female nurses in University of Uyo teaching hospital should pay proper attention to their personal life domain