International Journal of Research Studies in Management
CollabWritive Special Issue
2025 Volume 13 Issue 6
Available Online: 18 July 2025
Author/s:
Aliling, Lealyn S.
University of La Salette, Inc., Philippines (alilinglealyn@gmail.com)
Abstract:
This study explored ecumenical spiritual practices among nurses as a foundation for strengthening the integration of spiritual care in the hospital setting. This study utilized a descriptive-correlational research design and conducted in the three selected hospitals in Isabela. An adopted survey questionnaire was administered to 55 nurses. Frequency, percentage, mean and chi-square test were used to statistically analyze the gathered data. The findings of this study indicate that nurses consistently practice and value the importance of spiritual care across multiple dimensions. This infers a strong commitment among nurses to integrate spiritual care into their practice, highlighting its significance in holistic healthcare. In addition, the findings suggest that ecumenical spiritual practices among nurses are not significantly influenced by demographic variables such as sex, age, educational attainment, religion, and workload. This implies that the practice of ecumenical spirituality transcends individual demographic differences vi and may instead be shaped by external factors such as institutional culture, workplace policies, availability of spiritual care resources, professional training, and other factors. The findings underscore the need for standardized tools, focused training programs, and institutional policies to enhance nurses’ ability to recognize and address patients’ spiritual needs comprehensively and consistently. Additionally, healthcare facilities should prioritize creating accessible spaces for spiritual care, institutionalizing supportive practices, and providing resources to cater to diverse spiritual requirements.
Keywords: ecumenical, spiritual practices, holistic nursing care
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrsm.2025.25081
Cite this article:
Aliling, L. S. (2025). Ecumenical spiritual practices among nurses: Towards strengthening the integration of spiritual care in hospital setting. International Journal of Research Studies in Management, 13(6), 77-91. https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrsm.2025.25081