NCJ Number
106647
Journal
Journal of Prison and Jail Health Volume: 6 Issue: 1 Dated: (Spring 1986-1987) Pages: 3-22
Date Published
1987
Length
20 pages
Annotation
This study used a descriptive and exploratory approach to examine factors affecting nursing practice and job satisfaction in the correctional hospital serving the Texas Department of Corrections.
Abstract
The subjects were 50 registered nurses who had worked at least 6 months in the hospital. Responses came from 35 subjects, who were mostly female and had an average of 8.6 years of nursing experience and 23 months in a correctional setting. They answered written questions that focused on available nursing roles, public image, conflicting goals, isolation, and job satisfaction. The Minnesota Satisfaction Questionnaire was used to measure job satisfaction. Results indicated an overall high job satisfaction related to the uniqueness of the setting. Nursing administration was the most facilitating factor influencing nursing practice. Correctional administration was the least facilitating influence. 21 references and appended instrument and data tables. (Author abstract modified)