An analysis of the concept of organizational commitment

Nurs Forum. 2008 Jul-Sep;43(3):116-25. doi: 10.1111/j.1744-6198.2008.00103.x.

Abstract

Topic: Building organizational commitment.

Purpose: This paper aims to analyze the concept of organizational commitment, including its attributes, antecedents, outcomes, and measurements.

Sources of information: CINAHL, MEDLINE, Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection, Sociological Collection, and PubMed.

Conclusion: By understanding the concept of organizational commitment, administrators and nurses can become more aware of their levels of commitment, bridge gaps in communication, and eventually provide higher-quality care to clients.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Attitude of Health Personnel*
  • Career Choice
  • Decision Making
  • Efficiency, Organizational
  • Employee Performance Appraisal
  • Goals
  • Health Facility Environment / organization & administration
  • Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice
  • Humans
  • Intention
  • Job Satisfaction
  • Models, Psychological*
  • Nursing Methodology Research
  • Nursing Staff, Hospital / organization & administration
  • Nursing Staff, Hospital / psychology*
  • Organizational Culture
  • Organizational Objectives
  • Personnel Loyalty*
  • Personnel Turnover
  • Qualitative Research
  • Self-Assessment
  • Social Support
  • Socioeconomic Factors