Nurses preparing for change: their needs and concerns.
Publication/Presentation Date
10-1-1997
Abstract
As a result of decreased lengths of stay and cost-containment initiatives, fewer nurses are needed in acute care settings. The trend for community-based health care is broadening employment opportunities for nurses to work in community settings. As nurses are considering options to base their practice in community settings, it is important to understand their concerns about making this transition. The results of a qualitative study conducted to examine the concerns and educational needs of acute care nurses related to working in the community are reported. Clinical, professional, and intrapersonal skills important for a successful transition to community-based practice are identified and discussed.
Volume
6
Issue
5
First Page
278
Last Page
283
ISSN
1092-0811
Published In/Presented At
Grindel, C. G., Bayley, E., Kingston, M. B., Tuck, M. B., Wood, L., & Bryan, Y. (1997). Nurses preparing for change: their needs and concerns. Medsurg nursing : official journal of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses, 6(5), 278–287.
Disciplines
Medicine and Health Sciences
PubMedID
9384154
Department(s)
Patient Care Services / Nursing
Document Type
Article