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Susan Snellgrove1, Lori Gatling
1About the Authors Susan Snellgrove, PhD, RN, CNE, is a professor, School of Nursing, Arkansas State University College of Nursing and Health Professions, Arkansas. Lori Gatling, DNP, RN, is an assistant professor, School of Nursing, Arkansas State University. For more information, contact Dr. Snellgrove at ksnellgrove@astate.edu .
Abstract:
Work-life balance (WLB) is a key contributor to faculty attrition, potentially worsening the nursing faculty shortage. This study used mixed methods to explore differences in WLB between online and face-to-face nursing faculty. Data from 38 full-time faculty indicated that most perceived their work-life as unbalanced and were overwhelmed by workload demands. Online teaching was perceived as providing a better balance but was associated with greater boundary blurring and more evening and weekend work. Qualitative findings identify workload and boundary issues as key influences on WLB. Evidence-based strategies to support faculty retention and sustainability are needed.
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