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Nursing Interventions I: Taxonomy of Nursing Interventions
An intervention to improve retention in emergency nursing
1Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, Emergency Directorate, London, England.
The UK faces a nursing shortage, with more nurses leaving the register than joining. A London study found a successful initiative to retain senior emergency nurses.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Healthcare Management
- Emergency Medicine
Background:
- The UK nursing workforce is experiencing a significant shortage.
- In 2016-2017, UK registrants leaving the nursing register exceeded new joiners by 27%.
- Emergency nursing environments are characterized by unpredictability, high pace, and overcrowding, increasing retention challenges.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report the outcomes of a retention initiative for senior emergency nurses.
- To identify factors contributing to the success of nurse retention strategies in a London trust.
Main Methods:
- The study focused on a specific initiative implemented in a London healthcare trust.
- Data was collected on the retention rates of senior emergency nurses.
Main Results:
- The initiative demonstrated success in retaining senior emergency nurses.
- Analysis indicates positive outcomes from the implemented retention strategies.
Conclusions:
- Successful retention strategies can be developed and implemented for senior emergency nurses.
- Addressing the challenges in emergency nursing environments is crucial for workforce stability.
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