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Enrolled nurses: why are they devalued?

C Kenny

    Nursing Standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)
    |October 13, 1993
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    Summary

    Many enrolled nurses (ENs) face negative stereotypes questioning their academic abilities for Registered General Nurse (RGN) training. A study revealed these nurses hold ambivalent views about their professional identity.

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    Area of Science:

    • Nursing Education
    • Professional Identity
    • Healthcare Workforce Studies

    Background:

    • Negative assumptions persist regarding enrolled nurses' (ENs) academic capabilities for Registered General Nurse (RGN) training.
    • These perceptions contribute to a damagingly low self-esteem among many ENs.
    • The professional image of ENs requires critical examination within the nursing field.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the academic potential and professional identity of enrolled nurses (ENs).
    • To explore the attitudes of ENs towards their profession and career progression.
    • To discuss the impact of the ENB Higher Award on ENs' professional development.

    Main Methods:

    • An interactive study was conducted with a cohort of 11 enrolled nurses (ENs).
    • Qualitative data collection methods were employed to explore participants' attitudes and experiences.
    • The study design facilitated an in-depth understanding of the ENs' perspectives.

    Main Results:

    • The study identified ambivalent attitudes among ENs concerning their professional roles and identities.
    • Findings suggest that negative external assumptions may influence internal self-perception.
    • Participants' views on their professional standing were complex and multifaceted.

    Conclusions:

    • The assumption that ENs lack academic potential is challenged by the nuanced findings.
    • Addressing the negative stereotyping is crucial for improving ENs' self-esteem and professional identity.
    • The ENB Higher Award presents potential implications for the career pathways and professional recognition of ENs.

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