Abstract
Background
Work engagement is a positive work-related state of fulfillment characterized by vigor, dedication, and absorption. Previous
studies have operationalized the construct through development of the Utrecht Work Engagement Scale. Apart from the original
three-factor 17-item version of the instrument (UWES-17), there exists a nine-item shortened revised version (UWES-9).
studies have operationalized the construct through development of the Utrecht Work Engagement Scale. Apart from the original
three-factor 17-item version of the instrument (UWES-17), there exists a nine-item shortened revised version (UWES-9).
Results
Confirmatory factor analyses revealed a better fit for the three-factor model of the UWES-9 than the UWES-17 and the one-factor
model of the UWES-9. The three factors showed acceptable internal consistency and strong correlations with factors in the
original versions. Engagement was negatively associated with perceived stress and burnout while positively with age and holistic
care climate.
model of the UWES-9. The three factors showed acceptable internal consistency and strong correlations with factors in the
original versions. Engagement was negatively associated with perceived stress and burnout while positively with age and holistic
care climate.
- Content Type Journal Article
- Pages 1-7
- DOI 10.1007/s12529-011-9173-6
- Authors
- Ted Chun-tat Fong, Department of Social Work & Social Administration, The University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong, People’s Republic of China
- Siu-man Ng, Department of Social Work & Social Administration, The University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong, People’s Republic of China
- Journal International Journal of Behavioral Medicine
- Online ISSN 1532-7558
- Print ISSN 1070-5503