The experiences of neophyte professional nurses allocated in critical care unit in their first year post graduation in Kwa-Zulu Natal
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Authors
Chiliza, Marilyn Thabisile
Issue Date
2014-06
Type
Dissertation
Language
en
Keywords
Critical care unit , Critical care nurse , Neophyte professional nurse , Experience
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Abstract
The purpose of the study was to explore and describe the lived experiences of neophyte professional nurses working in ICU during their first year post graduation with the aim to discover strategies to support the nurse in critical care unit. An explorative, descriptive, interpretative qualitative design was conducted to uncover the nurse’s experiences. A purposive sampling was used which is based on belief that the researcher’s knowledge about the population can be used to hand pick sample elements. Data was collected through in-depth unstructured interviews and written narratives. Collaizi’s method of data analysis was used. The study findings revealed that neophyte professional nurses experienced difficulties and challenges in adjusting to the unit because of lack of mentors emanating from the shortage of staff. Nurses experienced mixed feelings regarding the relationship with colleagues in terms of support received.
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Citation
Chiliza, Marilyn Thabisile (2014) The experiences neophyte professional nurses allocated in critical care unit in their first year post graduation in Kwa-Zulu Natal, University of South Africa, Pretoria, <http://hdl.handle.net/10500/18243>