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Frontline nurses' caring experiences in COVID-19 units: A qualitative study.
1Samsung Medical Center, Seoul, South Korea.
Journal of Nursing Management
|March 26, 2022
Summary
Frontline nurses embraced their roles in COVID-19 units, finding deeper meaning in their profession through compassionate care and enhanced communication. Their experiences highlight the importance of effective nursing strategies during pandemics.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Science
- Healthcare Management
- Qualitative Research
Background:
- Frontline nurses provided essential 24-hour care to COVID-19 patients.
- Understanding nurses' experiences is crucial for developing effective crisis strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore nurses' experiences with caring and communication in COVID-19 units.
- To identify key themes in frontline nurses' lived experiences during the pandemic.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative descriptive design.
- Content analysis of interviews with 15 nurses.
Main Results:
- Identified three core themes: therapeutic communication, natural deepening of compassion, and expanded nursing professionalism.
- Nurses proactively cared for patients, accepting their roles in protecting lives and health.
Conclusions:
- COVID-19 unit experiences allowed nurses to reflect on and rediscover the meaning of nursing.
- Effective communication strategies and support are vital for nurses in crisis situations.
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