EMPOWERING HEALTH STAFF AND ITS ROLE IN HELPING HOSPITALS ACHIEVE THEIR STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES

Abstract

This study aims to examine the role of empowering health staff (EHS) through three core dimensions—information sharing, decision-making autonomy, and knowledge acquisition—in enhancing their capacity to realise the strategic objectives (SO) of hospitals in Baghdad. To achieve this aim, a quantitative cross-sectional research design was adopted. Data were collected through a self-administered questionnaire distributed to 289 staff members employed in private hospitals. The data were analysed using SPSS software for both descriptive and inferential statistical procedures. The findings revealed a statistically significant positive impact of EHS on the attainment of strategic objectives within Baghdad hospitals. Furthermore, the sub-dimensions of EHS were also found to exert a significant and positive influence on the realisation of these strategic objectives by hospital personnel. Based on these results, the researcher recommends the continuous monitoring of advancements in the field of EHS and its key methodologies, as well as the utilisation of these findings to revise and effectively implement the strategic objectives of hospitals.