A Study Exploring Local Nurse Retention Data.

Area of Science:

• Nursing
• Healthcare Management
• Human Resources

Background:

• The United States faces a significant shortage of registered nurses (RNs).
• The pediatric RN turnover rate at this specific institution was 15% annually, exceeding the national average.
• High RN turnover rates impact patient care and healthcare system efficiency.

Purpose of the Study:

• To investigate the primary factors influencing registered nurse (RN) retention at a specific pediatric healthcare facility.
• To identify site-specific drivers of RN turnover to inform targeted retention strategies.

Main Methods:

• A descriptive correlational study was employed.
• The Revised Casey-Fink Nurse Retention Survey tool was utilized to collect data.
• Quantitative survey data were analyzed to identify key retention factors.

Main Results:

• Workplace morale emerged as the most significant factor influencing nursing retention at this site.
• Pay and benefits were identified as the second most critical factor impacting RN retention.
• These findings contrast with national studies that often cite job dissatisfaction and burnout as primary retention issues.

Conclusions:

• Local workforce surveys are crucial for understanding unique retention challenges.
• Healthcare institutions must tailor retention strategies based on site-specific data, not just national trends.
• Addressing workplace morale and compensation is vital for improving RN retention in this pediatric setting.