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Nurse-led social entrepreneurship as a career
Carolina S Meintjies1, Jeanette E Maritz1
1Department of Health Studies, School of Social Sciences, University of South Africa, Pretoria, South Africa.
Background:
The transition from nursing to entrepreneurship introduces unique challenges and opportunities for nurses. This transition requires nurses to acquire knowledge of the complexities of business management, financial sustainability and healthcare regulations while maintaining a commitment to patient care and social impact.
Aim:
The aim of the study was to understand nurses' experience of nurse-led social entrepreneurship as a career.
Setting:
The research context was Gauteng, South Africa, and the study focused on nurses who had made the career transition to social entrepreneurship.
Methods:
A qualitative research design was employed for the study, with in-depth interviews being conducted with 12 nurse-led social entrepreneurs. Thematic analysis was used to identify key themes related to the challenges and facilitators of nurse-led social entrepreneurship.
Results:
Two principal themes emerged. The first concerns gaps in business acumen, including orientation, experience, financing, marketing, as well as navigating healthcare, community, legislation and technology. Psychological issues such as fear and jealousy were noted. The second highlights support systems' role in overcoming barriers and fostering growth, advocating stronger support and networking for nurse social entrepreneurs.
Conclusion:
Nurse-led social entrepreneurs demonstrate resilience in making the transition from clinical roles to business leadership, driven by a passion for healthcare and a desire for positive social change. The availability of support and mentorship significantly influences success in this endeavour.
Contribution:
The study contributes insights into the difficulties faced by nurse-led social entrepreneurs and underscores the significance of support systems in facilitating successful entrepreneurial ventures.
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