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Career Commitment of Nurse Faculty
Research and Theory for Nursing Practice
|November 16, 2017
Summary
Nurse faculty career commitment is positively influenced by teacher self-efficacy and career satisfaction. These factors are crucial for retaining qualified nursing educators and addressing faculty shortages.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education Research
- Academic Workforce Studies
Background:
- A persistent shortage of nurse faculty in the U.S. is exacerbated by factors like aging faculty and high costs.
- Subtle influences on faculty retention and commitment require further investigation.
- This study explores the interplay of career commitment, satisfaction, and self-efficacy in nurse educators.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the relationships between nurse faculty education, teacher self-efficacy, and career satisfaction.
- To determine how these factors influence overall career commitment in nursing academia.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional online survey was administered to 470 nurse faculty.
- Validated scales measured Career Satisfaction, Teacher Self-Efficacy Beliefs, and Career Commitment.
- Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, Pearson's correlations, and path analysis.
Main Results:
- Teacher self-efficacy and career satisfaction were significant predictors of career commitment.
- Educational attainment (credit hours) positively predicted teacher self-efficacy.
- A significant, positive relationship was found between career satisfaction and career commitment.
Conclusions:
- Teacher self-efficacy and career satisfaction are vital for nurse faculty commitment.
- Understanding these predictors can inform strategies for attracting and retaining nursing faculty.
- The findings offer insights into strengthening the nurse educator workforce.
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