Translation and Psychometric Properties of the Persian Version of the Organizational Learning Instrument–Development Stages (OLI-DS) Instrument in Hospital Units

Aim: The Organizational Learning Instrument–Development Stages (OLI-DS) measure hospital units’ readiness to engage in organizational learning. This study aimed to translate and evaluate the psychometric properties of the Persian version of this instrument.

Background: Organizational learning is crucial for nurses as it enables them to continuously develop their knowledge, skills, and abilities, enhancing the quality of patient care. However, validated instruments are needed to assess organizational learning in Persian-speaking healthcare settings.

Design: The research was carried out using a cross-sectional design.

Methods: This research study involved 319 clinical nurses selected using convenience sampling. The OLI-DS tool, consisting of 35 items, underwent a forward–backward translation process to Persian before being utilized for a psychometric analysis. The face, content, and construct validity were used to evaluate the tool’s effectiveness. The quality and accuracy of the measurements were determined by calculating internal consistency and stability reliability. The data were analyzed using SPSS and AMOS software.

Results: The intended meaning and clarity of the original English version were preserved in the Persian rendition of the OLI-DS instrument. The confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) further confirmed the consistency of the Persian version with the proposed four-factor model, indicating a good fit. The overall instrument had excellent values for Cronbach’s alpha coefficient (α = 0.931), McDonald’s omega (ω = 0.921), coefficient H (H = 0.979), and mean interitem correlation (ρ = 0.278). The convergent and discriminant validity of the four latent factors was found to be good. The stability of the overall OLI-DS instrument was ICC = 0.942 (95% CI, 0.902–0.955).

Conclusion: The Persian version of the OLI-DS has been validated to evaluate hospital units’ readiness for organizational learning processes. It is a robust tool for assessing their preparedness to participate in and benefit from organizational learning initiatives.

Implications for Nursing Management: The robust psychometric validation of the Persian version of the OLI-DS instrument equips nursing administrators and leaders with a reliable tool. This tool can assess and monitor organizational learning and development in healthcare settings, empowering them to make informed decisions in critical nursing management activities.