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Nurses aged over 50 and their perceptions of flexible working
Jill Clendon1,2, Léonie Walker1,2
1New Zealand Nurses Organisation, PO Box 2128, Wellington 6140, New Zealand.
Journal of Nursing Management
|June 30, 2015
Summary
Older nurses seek flexible work arrangements to balance personal needs and organizational demands. Implementing tailored flexible work policies and manager training is crucial for retaining experienced nursing staff.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Workforce Retention
- Geriatric Nursing
- Healthcare Management
Background:
- The nursing profession faces an aging workforce and projected shortages.
- Effective retention strategies are essential to mitigate these challenges.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the experiences and requirements of older nurses regarding flexible working.
- To identify barriers and facilitators for implementing flexible work in healthcare settings.
Main Methods:
- A mixed-methods approach was employed, including focus groups and individual interviews with 46 nurses over 50.
- Analysis of District Health Board (DHB) flexible working policies was also conducted.
Main Results:
- Nurses understood flexible working and aimed to balance personal and organizational needs.
- Requests for flexible work were often denied, causing frustration.
- Recommendations for retention included job sharing, shorter shifts, no night shifts, and increased recognition.
Conclusions:
- Healthcare organizations must review and consistently implement flexible working policies at the unit level.
- Training for nurse managers is recommended to improve understanding and application of these policies.
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