KMID : 1034520230170020089
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Journal of Occupational Therapy for the Aged and Dementia 2023 Volume.17 No. 2 p.89 ~ p.103
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A phenomenological study of the work experiences of night nurses in Long-term Care Hospitals
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Moon Ju-Hui
Jeoung Eun-Suk
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Abstract
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Objective : The purpose of this study was to conduct a qualitative study to understanding of the work experiences of night nurses in long-term care hospitals for the elderly.
Methods : The interview questions began with the question, ¡°What is your experience of working as a night nurse in long-term care hospitals?¡± to allow participants to speak naturally, and the Colaizzi phenomenological analysis methodology was used.
Results : The study found six components: ¡®working hours based on their own needs¡¯, ¡®burdened by night shift work¡¯, ¡®discomfort from communication gaps between the organization and others¡¯, ¡®fading mind and body¡¯, ¡®crutches that make them endure¡¯, and ¡®need for improved institutional treatment¡¯.
Conclusion : This study will contribute to the improvement of the quality of nursing care by providing a basis for the development of systems and strategies to improve the work environment and job satisfaction of long-term care hospitals night nurses.
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KEYWORD
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Long-term care hospital, Night nurse, Phenomenological study
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