The mediating role of work-related stress between psychological capital and work alienation among nurses in emergency departments: A cross-sectional study

Key Points

• This research aims to explore how work-related stress mediates the relationship between psychological capital and work alienation among nurses.
• Cross-sectional study design
• Focus on emergency department nurses
• Assessment of psychological capital, work-related stress, and work alienation
• Statistical analysis of mediating effects
• Work-related stress was found to mediate the relationship between psychological capital and work alienation.
• Higher levels of psychological capital can help lower work alienation through reduced work-related stress.
• Nursing management can implement strategies to enhance psychological capital and reduce stress.