The Predictors of Work Engagement in Healthcare Staff at Dil Chora Hospital, Dire Dawa

This purpose of the study is to determine the predictors of work engagement among healthcare professionals at Dil Chora Hospital in Dire Dawa, Ethiopia. It focused on three primary independent variables: Job Demands, Job Resources, and Intrinsic Motivation, hypothesizing that these factors significantly influenced the dependent variable, Work Engagement. Work engagement, characterized by vigor, dedication, and absorption, was recognized as critical for enhancing employee performance and fostering organizational commitment in healthcare settings. To explore these relationships, a quantitative descriptive research design was employed. Data were collected using a self-administered questionnaire specifically designed to measure the constructs of interest from a total sample of 222 randomly selected hospital employees across various departments. Pearson correlation analysis was conducted to assess the relationships between job demands, job resources, intrinsic motivation, and work engagement. Following this, multiple linear regression analysis was performed using SPSS to determine the impact of the identified predictors on work engagement. The findings revealed significant relationships between job resources and work engagement, suggesting that adequate resources contributed to higher levels of engagement among healthcare professionals. Intrinsic motivation also emerged as a key predictor, indicating that healthcare professionals who found meaning and enjoyment in their work exhibited greater engagement. Based on these findings, several recommendations were proposed for healthcare management practices. It suggest that hospital administrators should focus on enhancing job resources by providing necessary tools, support, and training to staff, thereby fostering a more engaging work environment. Additionally, initiatives aimed at increasing intrinsic motivation, such as recognizing employee achievements and providing opportunities for professional development, recommended to improve overall work engagement. This study contributes to the limited literature on work engagement in developing countries, emphasizing the importance of understanding these dynamics within the specific context of healthcare. It lays the groundwork for future research to further explore additional factors influencing work engagement in the healthcare sector