THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN MOTIVATION IN NURSES’ PERFORMANCE: A LITERATURE REVIEW

Abstract

This literature review explores the relationship between motivation and nurses' performance, with a focus on how motivational factors affect their effectiveness in clinical settings. The primary objective of this review is to assess the extent to which motivation influences nurses' performance and to identify key determinants that can be leveraged to improve healthcare delivery. Through an extensive review, this paper synthesises findings from various research methodologies, with a predominant focus on quantitative studies. The review identifies several critical motivators that impact nurses' job satisfaction, productivity, and overall performance, including intrinsic and extrinsic factors, organisational support, professional development opportunities, and work-life balance. This research contributes to the growing body of literature on healthcare management and offers valuable perspectives for future research. Ultimately, this review seeks to provide evidence-based recommendations that can guide interventions aimed at improving nurse motivation, which can lead to better patient care and more effective healthcare systems.