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Uncovering and recognizing nurse caring from clinical narratives
Vivian Norman1, Dana N Rutledge, Ann Marie Keefer-Lynch
1St Joseph Hospital, Orange, California 92868, USA. Vivian.Norman@stjoe.org
Holistic Nursing Practice
|November 5, 2008
Summary
Nurse narratives reveal Watson's Theory of Caring dimensions in clinical practice. Experience levels influence how nurses describe caring, highlighting differences between novice and expert caregivers.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Qualitative Research
- Healthcare Studies
Background:
- Watson's Theory of Caring is a foundational framework in nursing.
- Understanding how caring is enacted in clinical settings is crucial for quality patient care.
- Nurse narratives offer rich insights into lived experiences.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the dimensions of Watson's Theory of Caring as reflected in nurse-written clinical narratives.
- To compare the expression of caring dimensions between nurses with varying levels of experience.
Main Methods:
- An exploratory descriptive study design was employed.
- Nurse-written clinical narratives documenting specific events or situations were analyzed.
- Qualitative analysis focused on identifying dimensions of Watson's Theory of Caring.
Main Results:
- Dimensions of Watson's Theory of Caring were evident in nurses' descriptions of clinical events.
- Significant differences were observed in the caring dimensions described by less experienced nurses compared to more experienced nurses.
Conclusions:
- Nurse narratives provide a valuable lens for understanding the application of caring theories.
- Nursing experience shapes the articulation and manifestation of caring dimensions in practice.
- Further research can explore mentorship strategies to foster experienced-based caring.
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