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    Effects of knowledge sharing on organizational growth: a case study of Kenyatta National Hospital, Nairobi County, Kenya
    (Kenyatta University, 2025-11) Nyambaso, Elvinah Kerubo
    This study aimed to investigate the impact of knowledge sharing and organizational growth of Kenyatta National Hospital, with the following research objectives: To determine types of knowledge sharing, to assess the strategies employed for knowledge sharing, to evaluate the avenues used for knowledge sharing among the staff, and to identify the challenges associated with knowledge sharing at Kenyatta National Hospital. The study was guided by the Healthcare Knowledge-Sharing Model and employed a descriptive survey research design. The target population consisted of 200 respondents, and a sample size of 133 was utilized. Respondents included 100 hospital staff members, comprising 5 doctors, 70 nurses, 5 laboratory technicians, 6 pharmacists, 7 clinical officers, 3 human resource officers and 4 nutritionists, as well as 100 patients. Data collection primarily relied on structured questionnaires and interview guides. Content validity confirmed the instrument's validity, and a Split-half reliability test yielded a Cronbach's alpha coefficient of 0.7, indicating instrument reliability. Data analysis was performed using Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) version 20. The quantitative data underwent comprehensive analysis, encompassing descriptive and inferential statistical techniques. Descriptive statistics included calculating frequencies, percentages, means, and standard deviations, while inferential statistics involved the utilization of correlation and multiple linear regression methods. Qualitative data underwent thematic analysis. The relationship between the dependent and independent variables was assessed using the Pearson Product Moment Correlation Coefficient and regression analysis. This study holds great significance as it addresses the critical issue of knowledge sharing and its impact on organizational growth, particularly within the context of hospitals and, more specifically, Kenyatta National Hospital. It also contributes to the integration of theories related to knowledge sharing and organizational growth. The study's findings indicated that the primary types of knowledge shared at the hospital include explicit knowledge sharing and, organizational knowledge sharing. The strategies employed for knowledge sharing consist of official and easily understood methods, such as notice boards, staff meetings, and memos. The preferred avenues for knowledge sharing are staff preparation rooms, mentoring and training by experienced coworkers, staff meetings, and specialized departments dedicated to facilitating the exchange of knowledge. In conclusion, the type of knowledge shared, strategies for knowledge sharing, avenues used for knowledge sharing, and challenges associated with knowledge sharing all significantly affect organizational growth
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    The Type of Knowledge Being Shared and its Effect on Organizational Growth at Kenyatta National Hospital, Nairobi County Kenya
    (Journal of Multidisciplinary Engineering Science and Technology, 2022-11) Nyambaso, Elvinah Kerubo; Namande, Wekalao
    Organizational growth of health sector in Kenya have not been exceptional in the challenges that face human resource management which among them is the patients complains on poor service delivery, lack of medical equipment, shortage of drugs, poor reputation that arises from malfunctioning Knowledge sharing strategies among others on the staff members. This study thus seeks to investigate the effect of knowledge sharing on the organizational growth of Kenyatta National Hospital. The study research objective was to determine the effect of the types of knowledge shared on organizational growth at Kenyatta National Hospital. The study was guided by Healthcare Knowledge-Sharing Model. The study used descriptive survey research design. The target population of the study was 200 respondents and sample size of 133 was used. The respondents of the study include 100 members of the staff who work at the hospital (5 doctors, 70 nurses, 5 laboratory technicians, 6 pharmacists, 7 clinical officers, 3 human resource staff & 4 nutritionists) and 100 patients. Quantitative data were analysed using both descriptive and inferential statistics. Descriptive statistics included frequencies, percentages, means, and standard deviation. Inferential statistics was analyzed using correlation and multiple linear regressions. Qualitative data was analysed thematically. Pearson Product Moment Correlation Coefficient and regression analysis was used in order to test the relationship between the dependent and independent variables. The study is significant as it helps address knowledge sharing, which is one of the most pertinent issues affecting organizational growth for hospitals and in particular Kenyatta National Hospital. The study is also important as it helps incorporate theories related to knowledge sharing and organizational growth. The study results showed that the types of knowledge commonly used at the Hospital is explicit knowledge sharing, organizational knowledge sharing, and provider knowledge sharing. In conclusion the type of knowledge being shared has a positive and statistically significant effect on organizational growth.