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The transitional process of retirement for nurses

N R Kelly1, L Swisher

  • 1Peoria Regional Graduate Nursing Program, University of Illinois at Chicago 61656-1649, USA.

Journal of Professional Nursing : Official Journal of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing
|February 25, 1998
PubMed
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Nurses retiring face challenges with finances and loss of work friends. Enhanced institutional support and pre-retirement planning can ease this significant life transition for healthcare professionals.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing and Gerontology
  • Sociology of Work and Retirement

Background:

  • Retirement is a major life transition impacting identity, social connections, and daily structure.
  • The preretirement phase is critical for understanding and preparing for this role change.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the preretirement experiences of nurses.
  • To identify facilitators, barriers, losses, gains, and coping strategies during the retirement transition.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative approach utilizing focus groups with female nurses.
  • Thematic analysis of transcribed interviews to identify key themes.

Main Results:

  • Nurses expressed concerns about finances, timing, discretionary time, and relationships.

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  • Loss of work friends was a significant negative aspect; gaining free time was a positive.
  • Participants desired more institutional support and information regarding financial planning.

    • Conclusions:

    • Pre-retirement support services, including financial and counseling advice, are recommended.
    • Improved understanding of the retirement process can enhance preparation and adjustment for nurses.
    • Addressing financial concerns and fostering new social connections are crucial for a successful transition.