A Survey of Nurse Leaders to Explore the Relationship Between Grit and Measures of Success and Well-being.

OBJECTIVE

The aim of this study was to explore how a personality quality termed grit impacts the well-being and success of nurses who serve in positions of healthcare leadership.

BACKGROUND

As the responsibilities of nurse leaders become increasingly complex, there is concern that job satisfaction is becoming more difficult, and burnout and attrition more common. Grit, perseverance, and passion for long-term goals are associated with reduced burnout and predictable success in other industries, but less is known about its impact on nurse leaders.

METHODS

Surveys measuring grit and well-being were completed by nurses who identified as leaders.

RESULTS

Grit was significantly related to an increased sense of personal accomplishment, increased longevity in leadership roles, and reduced burnout.

CONCLUSIONS

Grit contributes to longevity and associates with both higher educational attainment and lower scores for burnout among a large group of nurse leaders surveyed across the United States.