Abstract

Objective: This study aimed to investigate the effect of resilience and personality traits on the job performance of nurses in hospitals in Astara city. The main focus of the study was on analyzing the relationship between these psychological variables and the professional performance of nurses.

Methodology: This study was descriptive-analytical and conducted using the correlation method. The statistical population included all nurses working in medical centers in Astara city in 1402. Simple random sampling was performed and 179 nurses participated in this study.

Findings: The results of Pearson correlation analysis showed that there is a positive and significant relationship between resilience and job performance. Also, personality traits such as conscientiousness and agreeableness also showed a significant relationship with job performance.

Conclusion: The present study emphasizes the importance of the role of psychological factors such as resilience and personality dimensions in improving the job performance of nurses. Accordingly, it is suggested that coping skills training programs, self-awareness promotion, and personality tests be included in the human resource development process in hospitals to improve the quality of care services.