The Impact of Spiritual Climate on Moral Intelligence and Its Reflection on Organizational Well-Being: An Analytical Study of the Opinions of a Sample of Nurses in the Dialysis Unit at Al-Kadhimiyah Teaching Hospital
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This study aims to examine the impact of both spiritual climate and ethical intelligence on organizational well-being among a sample of nurses working in the dialysis unit at Al-Kadhimiya Teaching Hospital. The researcher adopted a descriptive-analytical approach, utilizing a questionnaire as the primary tool for measuring the study variables. A random sample of 56 nurses was selected from a total population of 65. Data analysis and hypothesis testing were conducted using SPSS version 27, applying a set of appropriate statistical methods. The results indicated a statistically significant effect of both the spiritual climate and ethical intelligence on organisational well-being, highlighting the critical role of these variables in enhancing the nurses’ organisational well-being within the unit. Based on these findings, the researcher recommends the adoption of administrative strategies that foster a positive spiritual work climate and support the development of ethical behavior among nurses, given their positive impact on improving staff well-being and the quality of healthcare services provided to beneficiaries. Keywords: spiritual climate, moral intelligence, organizational well-being, dialysis department.
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