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Organizational Climate for Inclusion Among Nurses: A Mixed-Methods Analysis
Jodi Traver1, Sarah Yeaman, Cecily A Arenas
1Authors Affiliation: Clinical Nurse Educator (Dr Traver), Clinical Nurse (Yeaman), Nurse Practitioner (Dr Arenas), Resuscitation Instructor (Dr Daugherty), and Nurse Scientist (Dr Davidson), University of California San Diego Health.
Objective:
The aim of this study was to answer the research question: What factors predict sense of belonging among nurses?The connection between inclusion (an element of diversity and equity) and a nurse's sense of belonging is poorly understood.
Methods:
In this mixed-methods research, regression analysis of Climate for Inclusion Scale subscales and Sense of Belonging score plus thematic content analysis of questions assessing sense of belonging were conducted. Nurses (n = 131) attending a research conference in June to July 2022 were invited to participate; 131 (72%) participated.
Results:
Climate for Inclusion Scale was positively associated with and predictive of sense of belonging (F3,113 = 71.7, P < 0.001). Themes reflecting actions to enhance sense of belonging were as follows: authentic leadership, embracing social justice, team unification, feeling heard, being seen, professional development, developing a healthier work environment, and integration of differences.
Conclusions:
Leaders can promote a sense of belonging among nurses by focusing on actions reflected in the themes.
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