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Postdoctoral Nurses' Experiences With Leadership and Career Development: A Qualitative Study
Wendela de Lange1, Marijke C Kars2, Irina E Poslawsky3
1Rho Chi at Large, Junior Researcher, Julius Center for Health Sciences and Primary Care, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands.
Summary
Dutch postdoctoral nurses show leadership progression but find academia challenging. Enhancing academic positions and support is crucial for advancing nursing research and patient care.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Research
- Academic Careers
- Leadership Development
Background:
- Postdoctoral nurses in research face unique challenges in leadership and career progression.
- Understanding their experiences is vital for improving support structures in academic settings.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the leadership and career development experiences of Dutch postdoctoral nurses in research.
- To identify perceptions of the academic environment and its impact on professional growth.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative explorative design utilizing semistructured in-depth interviews.
- Thematic analysis of data from 13 postdoctoral nurses in Dutch research positions.
Main Results:
- Identified themes include leadership/identity development, integration into academia, and balancing diverse work demands.
- Nurses perceive leadership development as a conscious process, motivated by their vision for nursing and healthcare.
- The academic environment is seen as honorable yet complex and demanding, requiring coping strategies for workload and achievement pressures.
Conclusions:
- Postdoctoral nurses demonstrate significant leadership and career progression but face a challenging academic environment.
- There is a need for more academic positions, strengthened nursing research infrastructure, and supportive leadership/mentoring programs.
- Developing strong leadership competencies is essential for postdoctoral nurses to advance research, education, and evidence-based practice, ultimately improving patient outcomes.
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