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AlHasni N, Ayaad O, Al-Awaisi H, Ibrahim R, Al Faliti B, AlMadhoun E et al . Correlation between Innovation Practices and Occupational Fatigue in Healthcare Professionals. Health Educ Health Promot 2025; 13 (1) :13-19
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N.S. AlHasni1, O. Ayaad *2, H.S. Al-Awaisi1, R.A. Ibrahim2, B.H.S. Al Faliti2, E.T. AlMadhoun3, K. Al-Baimani4
1- “Department of Nursing” and “Sultan Qaboos Comprehensive Cancer Care and Research Centre (SQCCCRC)”, University Medical City, Muscat, Oman
2- “Department of Quality and Accreditation” and “Sultan Qaboos Comprehensive Cancer Care and Research Centre (SQCCCRC)”, University Medical City, Muscat, Oman
3- “Department of Pharmacy,” and “Sultan Qaboos Comprehensive Cancer Care and Research Centre (SQCCCRC)”, University Medical City, Muscat, Oman
4- “Department of Medical Oncology” and “Sultan Qaboos Comprehensive Cancer Care and Research Centre (SQCCCRC)”, University Medical City, Muscat, Oman
2- “Department of Quality and Accreditation” and “Sultan Qaboos Comprehensive Cancer Care and Research Centre (SQCCCRC)”, University Medical City, Muscat, Oman
3- “Department of Pharmacy,” and “Sultan Qaboos Comprehensive Cancer Care and Research Centre (SQCCCRC)”, University Medical City, Muscat, Oman
4- “Department of Medical Oncology” and “Sultan Qaboos Comprehensive Cancer Care and Research Centre (SQCCCRC)”, University Medical City, Muscat, Oman
Abstract: (580 Views)
Aims: This study examined the relationship between innovation practices and occupational fatigue among healthcare professionals in a high-intensity oncology setting.
Instrument & Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted at the Sultan Qaboos Comprehensive Cancer Center (SQCCC) in Muscat, Oman in 2024, involving 163 clinical staff members. Data were collected using validated self-reported questionnaires that measured innovation practices, occupational fatigue, and demographic characteristics. Descriptive statistics, correlation analyses, and independent samples t-test were performed to identify significant relationships and demographic differences.
Findings: Innovation practices were rated highly across domains, with resource allocation scoring the highest (4.26±0.42). Occupational fatigue levels were relatively low overall (1.73±1.03), with shift-related fatigue being the most prominent (1.92±0.85). A significant negative correlation was identified between occupational fatigue and innovation (r=-0.68, p<0.05). Leadership behaviors (r=-0.62, p<0.05) and organizational climate (r=-0.59, p<0.05) showed the strongest negative associations with fatigue. Participants aged over 40 reported higher fatigue levels compared to younger professionals aged 20-40. Additionally, professionals with over 10 years of experience exhibited significantly higher innovation scores (p=0.032) and lower fatigue levels (p=0.027) than their less experienced counterparts.
Conclusion: Demographic factors, such as age, experience, and education, play significant roles in shaping perceptions of fatigue and innovation.
Instrument & Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted at the Sultan Qaboos Comprehensive Cancer Center (SQCCC) in Muscat, Oman in 2024, involving 163 clinical staff members. Data were collected using validated self-reported questionnaires that measured innovation practices, occupational fatigue, and demographic characteristics. Descriptive statistics, correlation analyses, and independent samples t-test were performed to identify significant relationships and demographic differences.
Findings: Innovation practices were rated highly across domains, with resource allocation scoring the highest (4.26±0.42). Occupational fatigue levels were relatively low overall (1.73±1.03), with shift-related fatigue being the most prominent (1.92±0.85). A significant negative correlation was identified between occupational fatigue and innovation (r=-0.68, p<0.05). Leadership behaviors (r=-0.62, p<0.05) and organizational climate (r=-0.59, p<0.05) showed the strongest negative associations with fatigue. Participants aged over 40 reported higher fatigue levels compared to younger professionals aged 20-40. Additionally, professionals with over 10 years of experience exhibited significantly higher innovation scores (p=0.032) and lower fatigue levels (p=0.027) than their less experienced counterparts.
Conclusion: Demographic factors, such as age, experience, and education, play significant roles in shaping perceptions of fatigue and innovation.
Keywords: Organizational Innovation [MeSH], Occupational Health [MeSH], Fatigue [MeSH], Leadership [MeSH]
Article Type: Descriptive & Survey |
Subject:
Health Promotion Setting
Received: 2024/11/5 | Accepted: 2024/12/25 | Published: 2025/01/27
Received: 2024/11/5 | Accepted: 2024/12/25 | Published: 2025/01/27
* Corresponding Author Address: University Medical City, SQU Street Al Khoud, Sultanate of Oman, Muscat, Oman. P.O. Box: 566P (o.ayaad@cccrc.gov.om)
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