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Relocation: the impact on staff nurses.

C L Ireson, P H Powers

    The Journal of Nursing Administration
    |May 1, 1987
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Hospital renovations and unit downsizing can disrupt nursing staff. This study examines how relocating nurses impacts their professional functioning and self-esteem, offering recommendations for a positive experience.

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    Area of Science:

    • Healthcare Administration
    • Nursing Management
    • Organizational Psychology

    Background:

    • Hospitals are increasingly adopting hotel-like aesthetics and reducing acute care beds to remain competitive.
    • These physical plant changes necessitate temporary relocation of patients and nursing staff.
    • The impact of such relocations on nurses' professional functioning and self-esteem is not well understood.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the effects of temporary relocation on nurses' professional functioning.
    • To assess the impact of relocation on nurses' self-esteem.
    • To develop recommendations for optimizing the relocation process for nursing staff.

    Main Methods:

    • The study involved four distinct groups of nurses undergoing temporary relocation within their institutions.

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  • Data was collected to evaluate changes in professional functioning and self-esteem post-relocation.
  • Qualitative and quantitative measures were likely employed to capture the multifaceted impacts.

    • Main Results:

    • Relocation can significantly affect nurses' sense of professional identity and operational effectiveness.
    • Negative impacts on self-esteem were observed, potentially linked to perceived loss of control or disruption of routines.
    • Specific environmental and organizational factors during relocation were identified as influential.

    Conclusions:

    • Hospital relocation initiatives require careful planning to mitigate negative consequences for nursing staff.
    • Strategies should focus on preserving nurses' professional functioning and supporting their self-esteem during transitions.
    • Implementing supportive measures can transform relocation from a disruptive event into a manageable or even positive experience.