A Positive Image of Nurses as Perceived by New Nurses: Applying Q-Methodology / 한국직업건강간호학회지
Korean Journal of Occupational Health Nursing
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: 156-166, 2021.
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in English
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| ID: wpr-1002324
ABSTRACT
Purpose@#This study verified the characteristics and types of perceptions and attitudes toward a positive image of nurses, as perceived by new nurses, by applying Q-methodology. @*Methods@#Participants were 37 new nurses serving at tertiary hospitals accommodating over 300 beds. Data were collected from April 1~30, 2021. @*Results@#A positive image of nurses was categorized into four types professional leadership, skilled empathy, experienced responsiveness, and cooperative sincerity. It is believed that this study will help establish a professional view of nurses by verifying the positive image of new nurses, who are likely to lead the future. @*Conclusion@#Furthermore, by reducing the turnover of new nurses and increasing their job satisfaction, it would be possible to secure professional nursing personnel and the public's perception of good nurses, thereby contributing to the enhanced social status of nurses.
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Korean Journal of Occupational Health Nursing
Year:
2021
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