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A turnover prevention program for child care workers: a failed effort?
S L Warner1, A Perkins, M McGrath
1School of Nursing, University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio 78284-7848.
Archives of Psychiatric Nursing
|August 1, 1991
Summary
This study aimed to reduce child care worker turnover by addressing job dissatisfaction. While statistical significance wasn't reached, the Milieu Enhancement Project improved the work environment and demonstrated program success.
Area of Science:
- Child care research
- Nursing practice models
- Healthcare management
Background:
- Child care worker turnover presents significant challenges.
- The Milieu Enhancement Project aimed to improve care for disadvantaged children.
- Understanding job dissatisfaction is crucial for retention.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate factors causing job dissatisfaction in child care workers.
- To implement and evaluate a Turnover Prevention Program.
- To assess the impact of the Milieu Enhancement Project on staff retention and the care environment.
Main Methods:
- Utilized the Milieu Enhancement Model for conceptualization and evaluation.
- Nurses and social workers collaborated to address turnover factors.
- Analyzed turnover rates before and after program implementation.
Main Results:
- Statistical significance in reducing turnover rates was not achieved.
- The project successfully enhanced the milieu in various aspects.
- Data indicate success in several program components, despite turnover rate findings.
Conclusions:
- The Milieu Enhancement Project positively impacted the care environment.
- Further research may be needed to achieve statistically significant reductions in turnover.
- The study highlights the complexity of addressing child care worker retention.