Role Transition from Clinical Nurse to Case Manager for Medical-aid Beneficiaries: Taking Root in a Barren Land
Journal of Korean Academy of Nursing
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: 149-160, 2012.
Article
in Korean
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| ID: wpr-229218
ABSTRACT
PURPOSE:
The purpose of this study was to explain the role transition process to nurse case managers (NCMs) for Medical-aid beneficiaries in Korea.METHODS:
Fourteen NCMs were interviewed regarding their experiences of becoming proficient in the new role of case manger. Data were analyzed through the application of grounded theory.RESULTS:
'Taking root in a barren land' was the core category explaining the role transition process of NCMs. They engaged in four stages launching, trial and error, proficiency, and wait-and-see stages. NCMs showed not only fear but also passion for case management practice. Despite their passion and effort, NCMs went through a period of trial and error. After becoming skilled, NCMs went through a stage of wait-and-see often because of job insecurity related to temporary position or few opportunities for promotion. Factors influencing NCMs' role transition process included their understanding of client characteristics, belief in case management, and support from their colleagues and families.CONCLUSION:
NCMs experience many challenges in the process of becoming proficient NCMs. To help with their role transition, there is a need for education programs, preceptorship programs, research on their roles and functions, and regulation for securing NCMs' employment and career stability.
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WPRIM (Western Pacific)
Main subject:
Interviews as Topic
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Case Management
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Professional Role
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Qualitative Research
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Job Satisfaction
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Medical Assistance
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Nurses
Type of study:
Qualitative research
Limits:
Humans
Language:
Korean
Journal:
Journal of Korean Academy of Nursing
Year:
2012
Type:
Article
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