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Analysis of the experiences of nurses who return to nursing after cancer
Karen-Leigh Edward1, Jo-Ann Giandinoto2, Judelle McFarland3
1Professor of Nursing and Practice Based Research, Department of Health Professions, Faculty of Health, Arts and Design, Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne, Australia; Visiting Professor, St Vincent's Private Hospital Melbourne, Australia; Visiting Professor, School of Human and Health Sciences, University of Huddersfield, UK.
Background:
understanding the impact of role ambiguity (both professional and patient) can be a factor in deepening the understanding of the ongoing personal, professional and organisational requirements of nurses who are cancer survivors.
Purpose:
the aim of this qualitative study was to elucidate an in-depth description of nurses' experiences of surviving cancer.
Method:
an exploratory qualitative research design was used (n=8), with participants recruited between September 2014 and December 2016.
Discussion:
data analysis led to the emergence of six themes: being practical about the diagnosis and treatment, empathy and compassion, a 'new normal' and the role of organisational support, medical knowledge and treatment experiences, coping in silence and denial, and being resilient.
Conclusion:
nurses as cancer survivors who return to work offer a richness of experience related to enhanced empathetic responses to patients in their care and have the potential to be great practice role-models for other staff.
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