The Relationship Between Workload Level And Stress Level Among Nurses At H. Andi Makkarodda General Hospital

Abstract

Background :​ Workload is one of the major factors influencing nurses’ psychological condition. Heavy workload can lead to tension and fatigue, which negatively affect nurses’ mental health. If not properly managed, excessive workload may develop into work-related stress. Work stress arises when an individual perceives the work situation as a threat or burden that exceeds their coping capacity.

Objective: To analyze the relationship between workload level and work stress level among nurses.

Method: This study employed a quantitative approach with a cross-sectional observational design. The sample consisted of 39 nurses working at H. Andi Makkarodda General Hospital. Sampling was conducted using probability sampling with a simple random sampling technique. The instruments used were the NASA-TLX questionnaire and the DASS-21 (Depression Anxiety Stress Scales) questionnaire.

Results: Pearson correlation analysis showed a p-value of 0,002 (p < 0,05), indicating a significant relationship between workload level and nurses’ stress level at H. Andi Makkarodda General l Hospital, with a correlation strength of 0,485 (moderate) in a positive direction.

Conclusion: Workload has been proven to have a significant relationship with work stress level among nurses at H. Andi Makkarodda General Hospital