Relation between Organizational Support and Intensive Care Nurses’ Work Ability and Loyalty

Background: Intensive Care Nurses (ICNs) constitute backbone of healthcare organizations, to keep them productive and loyal they need continually feel supported by their organization. Organizational support can also influence ICNs’ welfare and work ability. Aim: The study aimed to assess the relation between organizational support and Intensive Care Nurses’ work ability and loyalty. Method: Descriptive correlational design was applied; the study conducted at Tanta University International Teaching Hospital including all ICUs. A convenience sample of 256 ICNs participated in this study. Three tools were used to collect data: Organizational Support Questionnaire, Work Ability Questionnaire, and Organizational Loyalty Questionnaire. Results: vast majority (96.9%) of ICNs had low level of perceived organizational support, around half (45.7%) had poor level of work ability and majority (81.3%) had low level of loyalty. Conclusion: There was a statistically significant positive correlation between ICNs’ perceived organizational support and work ability as well as loyalty, moreover, there was a positive significant correlation between ICNs’ work ability and loyalty. Recommendations: Healthcare organizations need to create a supportive work environment, foster a positive organizational culture, recognize nurses' contributions, promote healthy workplace practices, and provide ongoing education and training.