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Qualitative and Quantitative Validation of Tools with Rating Scales Aimed at Assessing the Quality of University Service-Learning
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Questioning qualifications
1Care of older people at South Bank University.
Nursing Management (Harrow, London, England : 1994)
|October 7, 2016
Summary
Internationally trained nurses Virginia, Debbie, and Agnes faced challenges registering in the UK. Despite their qualifications, two are working as care assistants due to registration barriers, impacting their professional roles.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Healthcare Workforce
- International Recruitment
Background:
- Nurses trained abroad often face registration hurdles in the UK.
- This can lead to underutilization of their skills and experience.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the challenges faced by internationally trained nurses in UK registration.
- To examine the impact of registration barriers on professional practice.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative case study of three internationally trained nurses (Virginia, Debbie, Agnes).
- Analysis of their training backgrounds, registration experiences, and current roles.
Main Results:
- All three nurses completed two years of nurse training abroad.
- Virginia works as a deputy manager, while Debbie and Agnes work as care assistants due to registration issues.
- Lack of registration prevents nurses from practicing at their full scope.
Conclusions:
- Registration barriers significantly impact the career progression of internationally trained nurses.
- The UK healthcare system may be losing valuable nursing expertise due to these obstacles.
- Policy review is needed to facilitate the registration and employment of qualified overseas nurses.
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