Keeping Older Nurses at the Bedside
Author Information
Author(s): LeeAnna Spiva, Patricia Hart, Frank McVay
Primary Institution: WellStar Health System
Hypothesis
What factors influence older nurses to continue practicing bedside nursing?
Conclusion
The study identifies key factors that can help retain older nurses in bedside practice, including work environment enhancements and organizational support.
Supporting Evidence
- Older nurses expressed a desire for better working conditions to continue bedside practice.
- Many older nurses reported feeling frustrated with the physical demands of their job.
- Support from management and organizational changes were highlighted as crucial for retention.
Takeaway
Older nurses want to keep working at the bedside, but they need better support and working conditions to do so.
Methodology
A descriptive qualitative approach with semistructured interviews was used to gather data from older nurses.
Limitations
The sample was homogenous, consisting mainly of Caucasian female nurses, which may limit the generalizability of the findings.
Participant Demographics
The sample consisted of 18 older nurses, 17 female and 1 male, aged 55 to 67, primarily Caucasian.
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