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Nurses today encounter distinct stressors due to the evolving demands of healthcare, highlighting the importance of examining the role of social support in reducing stress, shaping social dynamics, and influencing job satisfaction. This exploration is crucial for enhancing nurses' resilience, well-being, and creating work environments that foster high performance and superior patient care. This study aims to assess the levels of social support, occupational stress, and social influence among nurses, and how these are influenced by job satisfaction. We employed a quantitative approach, utilizing descriptive-comparative, descriptiveevaluative, and descriptive-correlational research designs. Using purposive sampling, we selected 242 participants from various system hospitals in Luzon and Visayas. Most respondents were 26 years old or younger, predominantly female, single, and with less than five years of work experience. The study found high levels of social support in informational, emotional, instrumental, and appraisal dimensions among nurses. Additionally, high levels of job satisfaction and social influence were observed, except for occupational stress. There was a significant positive correlation between social support (in terms of informational, emotional, instrumental, and appraisal support) and job satisfaction, as well as social influence. The mediation analysis showed that job satisfaction significantly influences the relationship between social support, social influence, and occupational stress. This research highlights the critical need to cultivate positive relationships, address occupational stress, and enhance job satisfaction. Such efforts are key to developing a committed and satisfied nursing workforce, which is essential for improving patient care and healthcare outcomes.

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