Spiritual care competence and associated factors among nurses: a multi-center cross-sectional study

Nurses' competence in spiritual care was found to be moderate, influenced by factors such as sex, workplace, current professional position, and level of training. These findings highlight the need for targeted training and ongoing support from spiritual care professionals to enhance nurses' competency. Healthcare policymakers and administrators should prioritize spiritual care competence. Head nurses should implement flexible schedules to address the challenges of a stressful work environment. Additionally, further research, particularly in private clinics, is essential to deepen understanding in this area.