Exploring the Factors Related to Workplace Violence among Nurses in Two Districts of Aceh Province

OBJECTIVE: To investigate how the demographics of nurses, the organizational culture within their workplaces, and the incidence of workplace violence are interrelated. METHODOLOGY: With a cross-sectional design, this quantitative research study encompasses hospital nurses in Aceh Besar and Banda Aceh and is registered with the Regional Representative Council of the INNA. A total of 203 respondents were selected utilizing the Cohen Formula with a snowball sampling method. The data was collected through a questionnaire consisting of three parts: respondent demographics, a scale of workplace violence experienced by nurses, and organizational culture. RESULTS: This study examines the correlation between various demographics and employment - including gender, age, education, employment status, monthly income, marital status, employment status, type of hospital, and area of work - with the incidents of workplace violence in Aceh Besar and Banda Aceh. The findings indicate significant associations between nurse's demographic characteristics and workplace violence, particularly in hospital environments (p = 0.042) and specific work areas (p < 0.001). Other demographic factors and organizational culture (0.701) did not significantly correlate. CONCLUSION: This study examines WPV prevalence among nursing staff in Aceh Besar and Banda Aceh hospitals. It highlights that underreporting and misconceptions contribute to lower reported incidence rates. Findings show WPV rates depend on the work environment and hospital type, aligning with literature on high-stress jobs. Although organizational culture may indirectly affect WPV, this study recommends improved reporting mechanisms and communication training to create safer workplaces.