Comparing predictors of emotional intelligence among medical and nursing staff in national health system and military hospitals: A cross-sectional study in Greece

The EI of medical and nursing staff is influenced by work experience, employment stability, and organizational structure. Military hospitals and the hierarchical structures of such hospitals may pose an obstacle to emotional growth and expression. This underscores the necessity of specialized EI training in these settings. Finally, these results highlight the necessity of the development of EI to enhance patient care and teamwork.