P-264 Exploring Professional Quality of Life Among Nurses: A Study in Tunisian University Hospitals

Abstract Introduction The professional quality of life experienced by nurses plays a vital role in their well-being and the care they provide. This study aims to explore professional quality of life among nurses. Methods We conducted a cross-sectional study from March to May 2023 among 128 nurses from the University Hospitals of Sfax. We used an anonymous self-questionnaire, the Professional Quality of life, for data collection. Results The average age of the nurses was 41 years, with 53.9% being male. Only 2.3% of the nurses considered their working conditions to be good. A majority reported working under high levels of stress, accounting for 57% of the cases. High levels of compassion satisfaction were positively correlated with a fixed work schedule, good health status, and perceiving high levels of stress and negatively with age and professional experience. Additionally, all nurses had a moderate level of burnout. A low level of secondary traumatic stress was correlated with professional experience of less than 20 years, good health status, perceiving moderate to high levels of stress at work, and moderate job satisfaction. Discussion There are complex connections between nurses’ professional quality of life and various influencing factors. Concerns arise from poor perceptions of working conditions and high stress levels. Positive links between compassion satisfaction and specific factors suggest ways to enhance well-being. Conclusion The study uncovers insights into the professional quality of life of nurses. Factors such as working conditions, stress, and satisfaction are highlighted, suggesting strategies to enhance well-being by addressing stressors and promoting compassion satisfaction.