Abstract

This qualitative study explores the perspectives of seven Nurse Managers regarding Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs) and Hiring Practices in Long-term Care, using the method of Interpretive Description. Preliminary data analysis reveals three primary themes: Acknowledging the Complexities, Finding the Right Fit, and Navigating Differences.

Author Details

Katrina Haynes, BSN, School of Nursing, Trinity Western University, Langley, BC, Canada; Barbara Astle, PhD, School of Nursing, School of Graduate Studies and Centre for Equity and Global Engagement, Trinity Western University, Langley, BC, Canada; Margery Hawkins, PhD, Consultant, Langley, BC, Canada

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Poster

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

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Research Approach

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Keywords:

Nursing Education, Internationally Educated Nurses, Nurse Managers

Conference Name

28th International Nursing Research Congress

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Dublin, Ireland

Conference Year

2017

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Nurse manager perspectives on internationally educated nurses (IENs) and hiring practices in long-term care

Dublin, Ireland

This qualitative study explores the perspectives of seven Nurse Managers regarding Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs) and Hiring Practices in Long-term Care, using the method of Interpretive Description. Preliminary data analysis reveals three primary themes: Acknowledging the Complexities, Finding the Right Fit, and Navigating Differences.