Journal article
Leader-Member Exchange (LMX) and Psychosocial Factors at Work Among Healthcare Professionals
Nordic School of Public Health NHV1
Swerea AB2
Sahlgrenska University Hospital3
Department of Management Engineering, Technical University of Denmark4
Implementation and Performance Management, Production and Service Management, Department of Management Engineering, Technical University of Denmark5
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 relationships and this may in turn lead to more sustainable systems in health care.
Language: | English |
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Publisher: | OMICS Publishing Group |
Year: | 2014 |
ISSN: | 21671168 |
Types: | Journal article |
DOI: | 10.4172/2167-1168.1000193 |