Work-Related Quality of Life and Its Demographic Correlates among Nurse Educators and Clinical Instructors in Philippine Higher Education Institutions: A Descriptive-Correlational Study

Nurse educators and clinical instructors are central to the quality, continuity, and sustainability of nursing education; however, their work-related quality of life may be compromised by dual academic-clinical responsibilities, workload intensification, and limited organizational support. This study examined the work-related quality of life and selected demographic correlates of nurse educators and clinical instructors in higher education institutions in Dagupan City, Pangasinan, Philippines. A descriptive-correlational cross-sectional design was employed using total population sampling among 60 respondents. Data were collected through a demographic profile form and the 23-item Work-Related Quality of Life Scale, which measures job and career satisfaction, general well-being, home-work interface, control at work, working conditions, and stress at work. Frequency, percentage, weighted mean, Pearson’s r, and chi-square tests were used for analysis. Results showed high levels of job and career satisfaction and general well-being, while home-work interface, control at work, working conditions, and stress at work were rated moderate. Age, years of experience, and employment status were significantly associated with overall quality of life. Findings indicate a resilience paradox in which strong professional fulfillment coexists with structural strain. Institutions should strengthen workload management, mentoring, tenure security, participatory governance, and faculty wellness support.