Assessing the Role of Emotional Intelligence in Achieving Work-Life Balance Among Clinical Nursing Professionals

This study assessed the role of emotional intelligence (EI) in achieving work-life balance (WLB) among clinical nursing professionals at Mendez Specialists Medical Center. Utilizing a quantitative descriptive-correlational design, data were collected from 67 nurses selected through simple random sampling from a population of 80. Standardized and validated survey instruments measured five components of EI: self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills, and four domains of WLB: stress management, personal time, professional satisfaction, and compensation. Descriptive statistics, Pearson’s r, and Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) were employed to analyze the data at a 0.05 level of significance. Findings revealed that nurses demonstrated generally high levels of emotional intelligence and moderate-to-high levels of work-life balance. A statistically significant positive relationship was found between emotional intelligence and work-life balance, indicating that higher EI was associated with better stress management, improved personal time allocation, and greater professional satisfaction. Certain demographic variables showed variations in EI and WLB levels. The study concluded that emotional intelligence plays a vital role in enhancing nurses’ well-being and professional effectiveness. Strategies focused on developing emotional skills were recommended to strengthen work-life balance and reduce burnout among clinical nursing professionals.