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Strategies for retaining midcareer nurses.

Linda McGillis Hall¹, Michelle Lalonde, Lorraine Dales

¹University of Toronto, Ontario, Canada. l.mcgillishall@utoronto.ca

The Journal of Nursing Administration

|November 19, 2011

Summary

To retain nurses, focus on midcareer professionals. Key strategies include better pay, benefits, relationships, flexible schedules, and education to address workforce shortages.

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Area of Science:

Nursing Workforce Dynamics
Healthcare Professional Retention
Midcareer Nurse Support

Background:

Aging nursing workforce presents a critical challenge, leading to predicted shortages.
Limited research exists on the specific needs and retention factors for midcareer nurses.

Purpose of the Study:

To identify key retention strategies and desires of midcareer nurses.
To understand factors influencing job satisfaction and work environment perceptions among different nursing roles and sectors.

Main Methods:

A mixed-method approach was employed, combining surveys and focus groups.
Data collection focused on identifying retention strategies and work environment perceptions.

Main Results:

Key retention strategies identified: salary, benefits, positive relationships, flexible scheduling, and continuing education.
Registered nurses reported higher work perceptions than licensed practical nurses.
Community nurses showed higher job satisfaction and perceived work quality compared to acute and long-term care nurses.

Conclusions:

Midcareer nurses represent a potential recruitment pool for those returning after family leave.
Proactive retention policies tailored to midcareer nurses are essential for workforce stability.
Addressing midcareer nurse needs demonstrates commitment to retaining experienced professionals.