Perceived organizational climate and turnover intention among young nurses from a humanistic care perspective: the mediating role of work engagement - Report - MDSpire

Perceived organizational climate and turnover intention among young nurses from a humanistic care perspective: the mediating role of work engagement

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  • Kaili Fan

  • Jingwen Zhang

  • Yixi Huang

  • Xue Li

  • Xi Zhou

  • Huiyun Yang

  • June 11, 2026

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Clinical Report: The Influence of Perceived Organizational Environment on Turnover Intentions in Young Nurses

Overview

This study investigates the relationship between perceived organizational climate, work engagement, and turnover intentions among young nurses. It finds that work engagement partially mediates the impact of organizational climate on turnover intentions, highlighting the importance of a supportive work environment.

Background

High turnover rates among young nurses threaten the stability of healthcare systems, particularly in China. Understanding the factors influencing turnover intentions is crucial for maintaining workforce stability and ensuring quality patient care. This study integrates a humanistic care perspective to explore the psychological mechanisms affecting young nurses at a vulnerable career stage.

Data Highlights

VariableVariance Explained
Work Engagement34.78%

Key Findings

  • Perceived organizational climate significantly influences work engagement and turnover intentions among young nurses.
  • Work engagement serves as a partial mediator between perceived organizational climate and turnover intentions.
  • 34.78% of the variance in turnover intentions can be explained by work engagement.
  • A supportive organizational climate is essential for fostering higher levels of work engagement.
  • Humanistic care integration in organizational policies can enhance nurse retention.

Clinical Implications

Nursing managers should prioritize creating a supportive organizational climate to enhance work engagement and reduce turnover intentions among young nurses. Integrating humanistic care principles into workplace policies may improve job satisfaction and retention rates.

Conclusion

The study underscores the critical role of perceived organizational climate in influencing young nurses' turnover intentions through work engagement. Addressing these factors is essential for sustaining the nursing workforce.

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  3. BMC Psychiatry, 2025 -- Workplace violence predicts depression and anxiety in nurses: a multi-center longitudinal study in China
  4. WHO, 2025 -- Nursing workforce grows, but inequities threaten global health goals
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  8. Effects of a gratitude intervention on job engagement among newly recruited nurses: A randomized clinical trial - Feng Zhang, Jing Zhang, Zhi-Lan Chen, Yuan Hong Zhang, Kai Wang, Cui Wei, Bao-Yun Chen, 2025

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