Understanding and Empowering the Determinants of Nurse Retention in a Clinical Environment

Authors : Mail ÖZÇELİK, Selma AKTAS

Pages : 28-39

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Publication Date : 2023-04-09

Article Type : Review Paper

Abstract :The loss of the nursing workforce is an essential human resources issue threatening healthcare systems worldwide. The factors affecting nurses leaving their employment or the profession include a stressful work environment, an imbalance between authority and responsibilities, physical or psychological violence, burnout, lack of leadership support, and communication issues. A high turnover rate in patient care services increases the cost of human resources, lowers productivity and efficiency, and negatively impacts patient safety and quality of patient care. A positive and healthy environment for nursing practice is essential for nursing retention and the quality of nursing care. The studies have shown that good governance and nursing leadership, professional development and autonomy, physician-nurse and colleague relations, adequate nursing staffing and resources, and a work environment free from bullying and violence are essential components of positive work environments. Organizations with good governance climate in clinical systems and improved work environments have higher nurse retention rates.
Keywords : Hemşire Tutma, Olumlu İş Ortamı, Hemşire Devir Hızı, Güçlendirme, Nurse Retention