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Linda M Hollinger-Smith1, Chad O'Lynn, Susan Groenwald
1About the Authors Linda M. Hollinger-Smith, PhD, RN, FAAN, ANEF, is associate provost, Chamberlain University, Downers Grove, Illinois. Chad O'Lynn, PhD, RN, CNE, ANEF, is director of evaluation and innovation, Chamberlain University. Susan Groenwald, PhD, RN, FAAN, ANEF, is president emerita, Chamberlain University. For more information, contact Dr. Hollinger-Smith at Lhollinger-smith@chamberlain.edu.
Meaningful recognition is vital for nursing faculty, fostering a caring academic climate and enhancing work performance. Genuine, individualized recognition is key to its effectiveness in academic settings.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Organizational Psychology
- Higher Education Administration
Background:
- A supportive work environment is crucial for nursing faculty retention.
- Limited research exists on meaningful recognition's impact on faculty and academic climate.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore nursing faculty perceptions of meaningful recognition.
- To understand how recognition influences a caring academic climate.
Main Methods:
- A parallel mixed-methods design integrating quantitative and qualitative data.
- Surveys completed by 193 full-time nursing faculty.
- Focus groups with 15 full- and part-time nursing faculty.
Main Results:
- Meaningful recognition positively impacts faculty work performance.
- Recognition contributes to a caring and supportive workplace.
- Recognition positively influences faculty roles and engagement.
Conclusions:
- Meaningful recognition must be perceived as genuine and aligned with performance.
- Recognition should be commensurate with effort and relevant to individual faculty.
- Tailored recognition strategies are essential for a positive academic environment.
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