The shortage of nurses in any health care setting increases workloads and complicates workflow. In South Africa the shortage is exacerbated by multiple factors, one of which is the emigration of nurses to countries that offer better benefits and working conditions. The purpose of the study was to explore and determine the views of nurse managers regarding staff turnover and retention, and to recommend effective measures to improve the retention of nurses. The inquiry was conducted in a KwaZulu-Natal hospital, a natural setting for the participants. The study utilized a qualitative, explorative, descriptive design. The population of this study comprised of 36 nurse managers. Purposive and convenience sampling techniques were applied to select a sample of 18 nurse managers. Data were collected through focus groups. Data were transcribed and analysed thematically, emerging patterns were noted. The researchers examined these categories closely and compared them for similarities and differences. identifying the most frequent or significant codes in order to develop the prominent categories. These were summarised in a narrative form. Four themes emerged from the findings: the staff turnover challenge; current retention strategies; measures to improve retention and strengthening management. The shortage of nursing staff was critical at this selected hospital, and this situation could be considered to be a microcosm of what is happening in public health care sectors in South Africa. Various measures were put in place to curb the high turnover. However, these measures had a fair to low level of success. Therefore, improved retention strategies are required to reduce the staff turnover. It is evident from the findings that needs to be done to investigate, plan and implement effective measures that are likely to retain nursing staff and recruit more nurses into the profession. / Health Studies / M. A. (Nursing Science)

The purpose of this study was to describe and compare the perceptions of the registered nurses and the nurse managers regarding the role of the registered nurse in integrated primary health care. Quantitative, descriptive research was conducted to determine if there were any discrepancies between role perceptions and role expectations. Data collection was done using structured questionnaires. Two groups of respondents participated in the study. The registered nurse group (n=40) provided direct clinical care in integrated primary health care settings. The second group was composed of nurse managers (n=20) managing integrated primary health care services. The findings revealed that there are some areas where there is lack of congruence between the perceptions of registered nurses and nurse managers regarding the functions that registered nurses perform. These differences may result in confusion and role conflict among registered nurses, which can ultimately impede the attainment of integrated primary health care goals. / Advanced Nursing Sciences / M.A.(Nursing Science)

Text in English / In Swaziland, family nurse practitioners (FNPs) are professional nurses who have undergone preparation as general nurse, midwife and FNP. These nurses play an important role in the delivery of primary health care (PHC). Family nurse practice is an evolving concept introduced in Swaziland in 1979. It is a means of exploring nursing roles and primary health care services for deployment in under-served areas and to enable nurses to serve as the primary providers of health care services in clinics, health centres and in the outpatient departments of hospitals. Changing responsibilities within the health care setting require different skills and more knowledge. The expansion and extension of the nurses' role, including the techniques of diagnosing and treating, was a priority of the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare (MOH&SW) in Swaziland's five-year development plan for 1978-1983. It was regarded as a necessary component for raising the quality and effectiveness of PHC services. Some of the major and urgent challenges that confront FNPs today are the advent of the human immune virus/acquired immuno-deficiency syndrome (HIV/AIDS) scourge and the re-emergence of the tuberculosis epidemic. Both these health problems require proficient diagnosis and case management skills as well as new approaches. If FNPs are to remain relevant and to continue to provide quality services in spite of prevailing challenges, they have to engage in continuing education (CE). The main aim of this study was to investigate the perceptions of the FNP role, CE needs and issues relevant to the current practice of FNPs in Swaziland. A further aim was to establish a structure or framework for a CE programme that would contribute to the strengthening of CE for FNPs and identify enabling factors and barriers in the practice and education ofFNPs. Both quantitative and qualitative research methods were used for data collection. A survey was conducted to collect data from 5 7 FNPs and 11 nurse managers and nurse educators. The transcript from the questionnaires was subjected to quantitative-based content analysis. A total of thirty nurse managers, nurse educators and MOH&SW nurse executives participated in the focus group interviews. The collected data was subjected to qualitativebased content analysis. The findings identified the role of the FNP as manager, clinical practitioner, educator and researcher. The analyses highlighted the CE needs of FNPs, and the question of updating and upgrading the skills of practising FNPs. The identified enabling factors and barriers, although perceived as issues that are peripheral and auxiliary to the curriculum, appeared to have a strong bearing on programme planning. The findings from this study have implications for a structured CE programme for FNPs at the University of Swaziland. / Health Studies / D. Litt et Phil. (Nursing Sciences)

The purpose of the study was to explore and describe the existing relationship between traditional healers and nurse practitioners in Maseru Health Service Area in Lesotho and also to determine why people consult traditional healers. Qualitative and quantitative methods were used to investigate the relationship between traditional healers and nurse practitioners and also to determine why people utilize the services of traditional healers. The study was limited to Maseru Health Service Area in Lesotho. Data was collected from twenty-seven (27) nurses from nineteen (19) clinics and from thirty (30) traditional healers from the same health service area. Data from traditional healers was collected using semi-structured interviews while nurse practitioners were given a questionnaire to complete. The study revealed that there was no formal relationship between traditional healers and nurse practitioners. Support for traditional healers was revealed to be limited, for example, only four (14.8%) nurses had a programme for traditional healers while twenty ( 66.7%) traditional healers did not have any contact with nurse practitioners. Involvement of traditional healers in primary health care at grassroots level has therefore been very minimal. The reasons why people utilize traditional healers were found to be as follows: • When people think they have been bewitched. • Traditional healers can tell the actual cause of disease • Failure of modern practice • For social problems According to the study, both traditional healers and nurse practitioners felt that collaboration between traditional healers and nurse practitioners was essential because it would enable planned referral of patients from one group to another where necessary; it would also facilitate exchange of ideas and knowledge for the benefit of the people served. Recommendations on collaboration and on support systems are given in Chapter Six. / Health Studies / D. Litt. et Phil. (Nursing Science)

The purpose of the study was to explore and describe the existing relationship between traditional healers and nurse practitioners in Maseru Health Service Area in Lesotho and also to determine why people consult traditional healers. Qualitative and quantitative methods were used to investigate the relationship between traditional healers and nurse practitioners and also to determine why people utilize the services of traditional healers. The study was limited to Maseru Health Service Area in Lesotho. Data was collected from twenty-seven (27) nurses from nineteen (19) clinics and from thirty (30) traditional healers from the same health service area. Data from traditional healers was collected using semi-structured interviews while nurse practitioners were given a questionnaire to complete. The study revealed that there was no formal relationship between traditional healers and nurse practitioners. Support for traditional healers was revealed to be limited, for example, only four (14.8%) nurses had a programme for traditional healers while twenty ( 66.7%) traditional healers did not have any contact with nurse practitioners. Involvement of traditional healers in primary health care at grassroots level has therefore been very minimal. The reasons why people utilize traditional healers were found to be as follows: • When people think they have been bewitched. • Traditional healers can tell the actual cause of disease • Failure of modern practice • For social problems According to the study, both traditional healers and nurse practitioners felt that collaboration between traditional healers and nurse practitioners was essential because it would enable planned referral of patients from one group to another where necessary; it would also facilitate exchange of ideas and knowledge for the benefit of the people served. Recommendations on collaboration and on support systems are given in Chapter Six. / Health Studies / D. Litt. et Phil. (Nursing Science)

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Problématique: Dans les dernières années plusieurs études ont exposé les défis auxquels font face des infirmières praticiennes spécialisées en première ligne (IPSPL) dans leur pratique quotidienne. Le manque d’autonomie, l’étendue de pratique limitée et le manque de collaboration dans les équipes de soins sont des facteurs qui sont principalement ressortis de ces études. Les IPSPL aux Québec n’y font pas exception. En effet, leur déploiement a aussi été difficile pour certaines. Ces difficultés rencontrées peuvent inciter les IPSPL à quitter leur travail. Connaître les facteurs influençant l’intention de quitter des IPSPL pourrait donc permettre de maintenir ces professionnelles indispensables dans les milieux de soins. But: Identifier les facteurs qui influencent l’intention de quitter des IPSPL travaillant dans le réseau public de santé québécois. Méthode: La présente étude est une analyse secondaire de données collectées à l’aide d’un questionnaire auto-administré d’une durée approximative de 45 minutes entre mars et avril 2017. L’échantillon de cette étude est composé des 222 IPSPL qui y ont participé. Les facteurs influençant l’intention de quitter mesurés sont : la reconnaissance au travail, les conditions de l’environnement de travail, la relation et le soutien du gestionnaire, le soutien de l’organisation et les pratiques organisationnelles, la relation avec les collègues de travail, les caractéristiques personnelles de l’infirmière et les facteurs externes. Des analyses descriptives, bivariées et une analyse de régression multiple ont été utilisées afin de répondre au but de l’étude. Résultats: 23% des IPSPL pensent quitter leur établissement de soins d’ici les trois prochaines années (n=199), 2% pensent quitter la profession (n=198) et 10% pensent quitter le réseau public au profit d’une organisation privée (n=196). Ces résultats étant comparables à ceux obtenus dans une étude publiée en 2011 où 27,2% des infirmières praticiennes spécialisées (IPS) pensaient quitter leur emploi et où 5,5% d’entre-elles pensaient quitter la profession infirmière (n= 254). Les facteurs associés à l’intention de quitter des IPSPL sont : la diminution du salaire comparativement au salaire net avant d’être IPS et l’absence de flexibilité dans les horaires comparativement à la présence de flexibilité dans les horaires. Aussi, la diminution de la collaboration avec les autres professionnels de la santé et les médecins a été associée avec l’augmentation de l’intention de quitter. Conclusion: Ces nouvelles connaissances pourront aider les gestionnaires dans l’élaboration de stratégies de rétention afin de maintenir les IPSPL en poste. / Problematic: In recent years, several studies have outlined the obstacles faced by nurse practitioners (NP) in primary care in their daily practice. The lack of autonomy, the limited scope of practice and the lack of collaboration in care teams are factors that are highlighted in the studies as challenges faced by these nurses. Nurse practitioners in primary care in Quebec are no exception and their deployment has also been difficult for some. These obstacles can give to the NP the intention to leave their work and knowing the factors influencing this intention could therefore help to maintain these indispensable professionals in the health care system. Aim: Identify the factors that influence the intention to leave of NP in primary care working in the Quebec public health care system. Methods: This study is a secondary analysis of data collected between March and April 2017 using a self-administered questionnaire that lasts approximately 45 minutes. The sample for this study is composed of the 222 NP in primary care who participated. The factors influencing the intention to leave measured are: work rewards, condition of work environment, relationship and support from manager, organizational support and practices, relationships with co-workers, nurse characteristics and external factors. Descriptive, bivariate and multiple regression analyzes were used to meet the aim of the study. Findings: 23% of NP in primary care plan to leave their current establishment within the next three years (n=199), 2% thinks about leaving their profession (n=198) and 10% are thinking about leaving the public health care system in favor of a private organization (n=196). These results are comparable to those obtained by a study published in 2011 where 27.2% of nurse practitioners were thinking about leaving their jobs and 5.5% of them were thinking about leaving the nursing profession (n=254). The factors associated with the intent to leave of the NP in primary care are: the decrease of their salary compared to the net salary before being NP and the lack of flexibility in the work schedules compared to the possibility of having flexibles schedules. Also, the decrease of collaboration with others health professionals and doctors is associated with an increase in the intention to leave. Conclusion: These new informations could assist managers in the development of retention strategies to maintain primary care NP in workplace.