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Elder RNs' perspectives on nursing education: lessons learned.

Leslie Jean Neal1

  • 1Department of Nursing, Marymount University, Arlington, Va 22207, USA. Leslie.neal@marymount.edu

Nurse Educator
|January 25, 2003
PubMed
Summary

Elder nurses share wisdom on nursing education and the profession

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing Education
  • Healthcare Workforce Studies
  • Gerontology

Background:

  • Nursing faculty face challenges in student recruitment and graduate preparation.
  • The nursing shortage exacerbates faculty burdens in meeting professional demands.
  • Understanding historical perspectives is crucial for addressing current nursing challenges.

Observation:

  • A grounded theory study explored perceptions of nurses aged 65+ regarding the nursing profession.
  • The study focused on insights gained in the context of the nursing shortage.
  • Narrative data captured early nursing education experiences and motivations.

Findings:

  • Elder nurses' experiences highlight valuable aspects of early nursing education.
  • Analysis revealed motivations for entering the nursing profession.
  • Both positive and negative elements of past nursing education were identified.

Implications:

  • Lessons from experienced nurses offer insights for contemporary nursing practice and education.
  • Revisiting historical nursing education may inform strategies to address the nursing shortage.
  • The wisdom of elder nurses provides a valuable resource for the profession.

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