Journal article
Exploring the role of the second-level regulated nurse in the Australian nursing workforce: an integrative review
Contemporary nurse : a journal for the Australian nursing profession, Vol.58(4), pp.285-295
04/07/2022
PMID: 35881073
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Abstract
Background
The enrolled nurse is the second-level regulated nursing role in Australia and internationally. Reports and research indicate that the nursing profession requires greater understanding of the role, so it can be utilised to its potential.
Aim
To explore issues that may impact the EN role in the Australian nursing workforce.
Design
An integrative review.
Methods
A seven-step framework was used to review scholarly papers, government documents, and grey literature.
Results
Three themes from 24 documents were identified: understanding the EN's scope of practice, standardised practice, and career development.
Discussion
A lack of understanding of their scope of practice creates role confusion and a lack of standardised practice, with an expected progression to become a registered nurse. These factors contribute to ENs' not feeling valued.
Conclusion
The nursing profession do not understand the enrolled nurse role, and further work is required to value its place in the Australian nursing workforce.
Details
- Title
- Exploring the role of the second-level regulated nurse in the Australian nursing workforce: an integrative review
- Creators
- Rebecca J. Leon - University of WollongongTracey Moroney - University of WollongongLorraine Fields - University of WollongongSamuel Lapkin - University of Wollongong
- Publication Details
- Contemporary nurse : a journal for the Australian nursing profession, Vol.58(4), pp.285-295
- Publisher
- Routledge
- Identifiers
- 991013092523802368
- Copyright
- © 2022 Informa UK Limited, trading as Taylor & Francis Group.
- Academic Unit
- Faculty of Health
- Language
- English
- Resource Type
- Journal article