Barriers and enablers to retention of Aboriginal Diploma of Nursing students in Western Australia: An exploratory descriptive study

Slatyer, Susan; Cramer, Jennifer H.; Pugh, Judith Dianne; Twigg, Di

doi:10.1016/j.nedt.2016.03.026

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“…While the literature pointed to academic preparedness as a significant factor contributing to success, it did not show as strongly in our primary research. [8][9][10] Some students felt prepared while others felt that their high school education was lacking in some areas. Many participants were concerned about workload expectations in the post-secondary environment.…”

Section: Academic Preparednessmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…The students' feelings of preparedness did not match with the researchers' experience in the classroom, the students' postsecondary academic results, or the literature. [8][9][10] This could be due to a number of factors, such as, lack of awareness by the students' regarding academic expectations and interviewing many of the students at the beginning of the year before they were academically challenged in post-secondary school. Additionally, some of the participants performed well academically in post-secondary education, therefore, their feelings of preparedness were founded.…”

Section: Academic Preparednessmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Promoting Indigenous nursing student success in post-secondary education: A phenomenological study

Cox-White

Ziefflie²,

Nelson³

2019

JNEP

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Background and aim: Indigenous students have a lower rate of post-secondary completion than non-Indigenous students. This is due to a variety of intrinsic and extrinsic factors. Current literature revealed a variety of concerns that were naturally divided under the themes of academic preparedness, cultural safety, intrinsic student factors, and student supports. This study examined the completion rates of Indigenous students within a nursing program, student associated success strategies, and predominant personal barriers to success. Using focus groups and interviews, the researchers examined the lived experiences Indigenous students at Saskatchewan Polytechnic in Western Canada. Methods: A qualitative design using a phenomenological approach was utilized to gather data. Focus groups and interviews with Indigenous students were conducted to gather personal perspectives and experiences. This data was then coded and themed. Results: The results of this study identified various strategies and supports that advanced and promoted Indigenous student success along with numerous barriers that Indigenous students felt impeded their success within the nursing program at Saskatchewan Polytechnic. The themes in this study included academic preparedness, cultural safety, resolve/resilience, confidence, social expectations, and financial support. Conclusions: There is a need to expand and develop support systems that enable Indigenous students to improve academic completion rates. Building confidence and a sense of belonging are important factors in improving student success from post-secondary programs

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Section: Academic Preparednessmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Academic Preparednessmentioning

confidence: 99%

Promoting Indigenous nursing student success in post-secondary education: A phenomenological study

Cox-White

Ziefflie²,

Nelson³

2019

JNEP

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“…Inadequate educational preparation as a barrier to student success was a common theme identified. [8][9][10][11] This reflected a variety of issues. Indigenous students often had longer gaps between high school and post-secondary education, creating distance between their education and current institutional expectations and norms.…”

Section: Academic Preparednessmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Building resilience and inner determination factored into program completion. [11] A number of strategies increased resilience for Indigenous students. Strengthening hope through mentorship and instructor support increased potential success.…”

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“…Building relationships with peers and educational staff was a key to reducing social isolation and supporting success. [9,11,14,19] Indigenous students reported that positive relationships with faculty who were aware of their unique needs and struggles supported their achievements. Faculty who were flexible and shifted away from Euro-centric educational culture and pedagogies, while demonstrating sensitivity to the unique issues that Indigenous students faced, had a positive impact.…”

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Indigenous students: Barriers and success strategies-A review of existing literature

Nelson

Cox-White²,

Ziefflie³

2018

JNEP

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There are many factors that effect the post-secondary completion rate of Indigenous students. The Indigenous student completion rate is a reflection of the number of students entering post-secondary education but is significantly affected by withdrawal rates (institutional withdrawals and student voluntary withdrawals). In the Saskatchewan Polytechnic School of Nursing, the Indigenous student withdrawal rate was 4.2% higher than the total nursing student population. Lower success rates among Indigenous students is a concerning issue in nursing programs. Continuing to operate programs and teach in the same fashion is not improving success rates. The Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada: Calls to Action (2012) highlighted the need to examine strategies and develop policies to enhance Indigenous student success. To this end, recent literature was reviewed to determine trends among Indigenous nursing students, their struggles, and more importantly, the successful strategies currently being implemented. Indigenous peoples are not a homogenous group; rather, they are a mosaic of cultures, languages and nations. The authors examined the literature to determine key factors that enabled or prevented the success of post-secondary Indigenous students. Twenty-one articles on current research regarding Indigenous student success facilitators and barriers were examined. These articles encompassed research from Canada, the United States, Australia and New Zealand. The purpose of this literature review was to identify themes and gaps, drive positive change in education, and guide future research. The research team found four common themes: academic preparedness, cultural safety, intrinsic student factors, and student support.

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An integrative review of Enrolled Nurse recruitment and retention

Blay

Smith

2020

Collegian

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Background: Australia is facing a severe shortage of Enrolled Nurses. Jurisdictions have introduced strategies in attempts to recruit and retain Enrolled Nurses in the health workforce. Aim: To explore factors impacting recruitment and retention of Enrolled Nurses. Methods: A systematic search of literature published in the English language from 2000 to 2018 that addressed the recruitment or retention of aspiring and current Enrolled Nurses (or global equivalents). The search yielded 6955 publications; 20 articles were retained for full-text review and eleven articles were included in the final review. Findings: Three major themes (Nursing work and the EN role, Educational structure and support, and Personal attributes) were identified that covered enablers and barriers to the recruitment of Diploma of Nursing students and Enrolled Nurses. Evidence of the efficacy of programs designed to integrate and retain Enrolled Nurses in the health workforce is scant. Enrolled Nurses viewed participation in a Transition to Practice Program as an integral step in the pathway to becoming a registered nurse. Discussion: Continued debate around scope of practice is contributing to organisational and collegial confusion and discriminatory practices with negative consequences for the recruitment and retention of Enrolled Nurses. Conclusion: The value of Enrolled Nurse Transition to Practice Programs for recruitment and retention is questionable. Greater recognition of Enrolled Nurses' contributions to patient care is essential and could provide Assistants in Nursing with a career opportunity.

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Barriers and enablers to retention of Aboriginal Diploma of Nursing students in Western Australia: An exploratory descriptive study

Cited by 29 publications

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Promoting Indigenous nursing student success in post-secondary education: A phenomenological study

Promoting Indigenous nursing student success in post-secondary education: A phenomenological study

Indigenous students: Barriers and success strategies-A review of existing literature

An integrative review of Enrolled Nurse recruitment and retention

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