Conflict in the nursing department of a hospital commonly arises from multiple sources due to the complex nature of healthcare delivery, diverse workforce, and high-pressure environment. One major area of conflict is interpersonal conflict among staff nurses, often resulting from differences in attitudes, values, communication styles, and cultural backgrounds. Misunderstandings, lack of respect, and ineffective communication can create tension between colleagues, affecting teamwork and patient care. Another significant area is role conflict and ambiguity. Nurses frequently experience confusion regarding their responsibilities, especially when duties overlap with those of other healthcare professionals such as doctors, physiotherapists, and support staff. Lack of clearly defined roles can lead to duplication of work, neglect of duties, and frustration among staff members. Similarly, conflict may arise between junior and senior nurses due to differences in authority, expectations, and decision-making power. Workload and staffing issues are also a major source of conflict. Inadequate staffing levels, unequal distribution of duties, and long working hours can lead to stress, burnout, and dissatisfaction.