The experiences and needs of re-entering nurses during the COVID-19 pandemic: A qualitative study.

ABSTRACT: Background: During the COVID-19 outbreak in the Netherlands, thousands of former nurses have returned to nursing to support healthcare staff. After a period of absence and with little time to prepare, these former nurses re-entered  during a challenging, uncertain and rapidly evolving pandemic. Little is known about the experiences and needs of these re-entering nurses. Objectives: Assessing the needs and experiences of re-entering nurses during the COVID-19 pandemic. Design: Qualitative study using a pragmatist approach within the interpretative paradigm. Settings: This study took place in the following settings within the Dutch healthcare system: Intensive care units, COVID and regular departments within hospitals, nursing home settings, a rehabilitation centr

SUBMITTER: Noorland SA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8501512 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature