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Journal article
The Impact of COVID-19 Visitor Restrictions on Clinical Cancer Nurses
Seminars in oncology nursing, Vol.40(1), 151530
2024
PMID: 38007320
Abstract
Objectives
To explore the impact of visitor restrictions on clinical cancer nurses, their roles and duties, and the coping strategies used to address the impact.
Data Sources
Semistructured qualitative interviews were conducted through purposive sampling with nurses working in a clinical role within cancer services at the study site for at least 1 year. Interviews were recorded and transcribed. Textual data transcribed from interviews were analyzed for themes using NVivo version 12 software, following Braun and Clarke's six phases of thematic analysis.
Conclusion
Visitor restrictions implemented due to COVID-19 had a significant impact on clinical cancer nurses. The study found evidence of moral injury and conflict—within the role of the nurse, the implementation of organizational policies, and nurses' professional identity and personal beliefs. Despite this adversity, nurses remained committed to their clinical practice.
Implications for Nursing Practice
Changes to nurses’ roles and the practice environment have potentially significant impact on well-being and retention. To ensure that nurses can continue to provide high-quality nursing care in challenging environments, organizations must minimize this impact. Consistent communication and support activities, including recognizing and responding appropriately to situations, may be used in the reduction of potential moral injury and stress.
Details
- Title
- The Impact of COVID-19 Visitor Restrictions on Clinical Cancer Nurses
- Authors/Creators
- Amy O'Dea - University of CanberraRebecca Caulfield - Act HealthMichael A. Roche - Act Health
- Publication Details
- Seminars in oncology nursing, Vol.40(1), 151530
- Publisher
- Elsevier Inc.
- Number of pages
- 7
- Identifiers
- 991005810544907891
- Copyright
- © 2023 The Author(s).
- Murdoch Affiliation
- School of Nursing
- Language
- English
- Resource Type
- Journal article
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- Web Of Science research areas
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- Oncology
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