Caught in the Crossfire: How Work-Family Conflict Affects the Lives of Married Nurses in India

Purpose- This research aimed to examine the nature of relationship between work and life among married nurses in Jammu Kashmir, IndiaDesign/Methodology- A questionnaire with measures for work-family conflict, satisfaction, family satisfaction was administered. The nodal agency, Government Medical College (GMC), provided researcher a list their marital statuses. sample 253 analyzed using simple random sampling from potential 527 nurses. These respondents worked at five major government hospitals. In addition measures, questions on age, experience, job grade, type were askedFindings- results revealed significant conflict both as well satisfaction. cases, time-based, strain-based scored higher than behavior-based influencing negativelyPractical Implications- highlight need organizational support nurses, which can be form flexible schedules, other time-saving techniques. Given that nurturing responsibilities are shouldered by women India not only monetary but non-monetary benefits should availed alleviate conflict.