Family Responsibilities and Employee Performance in Selected Level Five Private Hospitals in Nairobi County, Kenya
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https://doi.org/10.53819/81018102t7018Abstract
This study investigated the influence of family responsibilities on employee performance within private Level Five hospitals in Nairobi County. Utilizing the Compensation Theory, which suggests that employees may compensate for dissatisfaction in one area by finding satisfaction in another, the research aimed to understand how family obligations impact healthcare professionals' job performance. A descriptive research design was adopted to provide a comprehensive analysis of the situation. The study targeted all staff members from four selected private Level Five hospitals: Nairobi West Hospital, Coptic Hospital, St. Mary’s Hospital, and MP Shah Hospital. A proportional stratified random sampling technique was employed, resulting in a sample size of 79 respondents from a total population of 520 employees. Data were gathered using structured questionnaires and analyzed with SPSS to produce descriptive statistics and conduct multiple regression analyses. The findings indicated a significant negative correlation between family responsibilities and employee performance, with increased family obligations leading to decreased job performance. The study concludes that addressing family responsibilities through supportive workplace policies is crucial for enhancing employee productivity and overall healthcare service delivery. It recommends that private Level Five hospitals implement flexible work arrangements, comprehensive employee support programs, and foster a supportive organizational culture to help employees balance their work and family responsibilities effectively.
Keywords: Family Responsibilities, Employee Performance, Private Hospitals, Work-Life Balance, Healthcare Service Delivery, Nairobi County.
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