Omoluyi Martina

Ojugo A. I.

Abstract

The study examined the interaction of sex, age and personality traits as determinants of Nurses’ Job Performance in public hospitals in Edo State. Also, the interaction of sex, age and personality traits on job performance of nurses in public hospitals in Edo State was examined. A correlational research design was used, and a total of 222 nurses were selected using a multistage stratified random sampling method from 30 public hospitals in the state. The sample included 40% of nurses from Central Hospital in Benin City and all nurses from the other hospitals. Data was collected using a tool called the Personality Traits and Nurses’ Job Performance Questionnaire (PTNPQ). The reliability scores for the personality traits ranged from 0.73 to 0.84, while the job performance scale had a reliability score of 0.77, indicating the instrument was reliable. Data was analysed using Multiple Linear Regression at a 0.05 significance level. Findings showed that the five personality traits together explained 36% of the job performance among female nurses, compared to 26.6% among male nurses. Older nurses aged 36–40 showed stronger links between personality traits and performance than younger age groups. The study filled an important gap by showing how both personality traits and demographic factors like age and sex influence job performance. It is recommended that training programmes be introduced to strengthen key personality traits among nurses and that clear workplace policies be developed to support accountability, innovation, and quality care delivery.

   

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Published: 2026

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