Exploring the Nexus Between MBTI Personality Types and the Innovation Capability of Operating Room Nurses: A Cross-Sectional Study

Aim:The aim of this study was to investigate the correlation between MBTI personality types and the innovation capability of operating room nurses, identifying potential factors that may influence the quality of nursing services.Design: A cross-sectional study design was employed to assess the relationship between personality traits and innovation ability.Methods: Utilizing a convenience sample of 112 operating room nurses, we administered the Clinical Nurses' Innovative Ability Scale and the MBTI Simplified Personality Type Scale.Data were analyzed using SPSS software, involving descriptive statistics, ANOVA, correlation, and multiple regression analysis.Results: The study revealed significant correlations between the MBTI's extraversion-introversion (E-I) and intuition-feeling (N-S) dimensions and innovation scores.Specifically, the ENFJ personality type demonstrated the highest innovation capability, while the ISFJ type showed the lowest.Multiple regression analysis indicated that three out of the four significant personality types were characterized by extroversion and feeling preferences.Conclusion: The study concludes that specific MBTI personality types, particularly those with extroverted and intuitive traits, are positively associated with the innovation capability of operating room nurses.These findings suggest that personality traits can be a valuable consideration in nursing education and talent development.Impact: The results have implications for nursing management, highlighting the need to recognize and nurture the innovative potential of nurses based on their personality types.This could lead to the enhancement of nursing practices and the overall quality of patient care.Patient or Public Contribution: By identifying the link between personality and innovation in nursing, this study contributes to a better understanding of how to support nurses in developing innovative approaches to patient care, which may ultimately improve patient outcomes and satisfaction.