Perceived Stress Levels and Work–Life Conflict Among Women Nurses in Chittoor District: An Empirical study

Abstract

 The nursing profession is highly demanding and often exposes women nurses to significant occupational stress and work-life conflict. The present investigation examined perceived stress levels and work-life conflict among women nurses in Chittoor District. The objectives focused on identifying stress levels and analyzing the relationship between perceived stress and work-life conflict among women nurses. A descriptive and analytical research design with a cross-sectional approach was adopted for the investigation. Primary data were collected from 180 women nurses working in private hospitals through a structured questionnaire. Statistical tools such as descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, regression analysis, and chi-square analysis were utilized for data interpretation.

The results indicated that workload, shift duties, emotional exhaustion, and time constraints significantly contributed to occupational stress and work-life imbalance among respondents. Correlation analysis revealed a strong positive relationship between perceived stress and work-life conflict. Regression analysis identified workload as the strongest predictor influencing work-life conflict among women nurses. The investigation concluded that supportive organizational practices, flexible scheduling systems, counseling services, and employee welfare measures were essential for improving psychological well-being and professional efficiency among women nurses.