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Would You Recommend Nursing As a Career to Men? David Stanley, Tania Beament, Darren Falconer, Margaret Haigh, Rosemary Saunders, Karen Stanley, Peter Wall Would you recommend nursing as a career to men? David Stanley, Tania Beament, Darren Falconer, Margaret Haigh, Rosemary Saunders, Karen Stanley, Peter Wall Abstract Objective : The principle objective of this study was to establish a profile and perception of men in nursing in Western Australia. This paper will discuss one sub-objective which sort to explore responses to the question: “Would you recommend a nursing as a career to males that you know?” Design: Main study was a quantitative, descriptive survey design, however the question under review was significantly qualitative in nature and analysed as such. Setting : The study took place across Western Australian public and private sector health care facilities, nurse education institutions and non- government providers across rural, remote and metropolitan locations. Main outcome measures: Data was collected through responses to one question (within a larger survey) that related to recommending nursing as a career to males. An online survey instrument was used. Results: 70.5 %( n= 377) said they would recommend nursing to males. Of the respondents that selected “yes” 19.6% were male and 80.4 % were female. Of the 29.5 %( n= 158) respondents that selected “no” 24.7% were male and 75.3% female. Qualitative data reported supports the perceptions in the current workforce. Conclusion : Whilst the majority of respondents in the study would recommend a career in nursing to men, a quarter of respondents felt that a career in nursing was not suited to men. Reasons identified included; poor pay, a difficult job, men’s values were incompatible with care, or that they were using nursing as a spring board to other careers. Identifying the perceptions of men in nursing and if current nurses would promote nursing to males they knew assists in the potential recruitment of a much needed future workforce. Author details Introduction Tania Beament (Clinical and RN, BA, MSc Much of the literature about men in International Coordinator / Peter Wall (Lecturer) nursing asserts that nursing remains Lecturer) Murdoch University the dominion of women (White, 2014; Edith Cowan University) RN, BAppSci (Nurs), PeriOpCert Maiolo, 2014; Olson, 2014). However, RN, BN Nurs, Med within the media there is an acknowl- Corresponding Author: edgment that a change is taking place, Darren Falconer (Undergraduate as men are entering nursing in greater Course Coordinator) David STANLEY (Associate Professor numbers and even taking a hand in the The University of Notre Dame */ Adjunct Associate Professor #) recruitment of other men into nursing Australia *Charles Sturt University (Olson, 2014). Within the United RN, BN Nurs, MSc. # University of Western Australia Kingdom (UK), United States of America RN, RM, NursD, MSc HS (USA) and Australia evidence suggests Margaret Haigh (MSc Student) C/o Charles Sturt University that the percentage of men in nursing The University of Western Panorama Ave is increasing (Marsh, 2014; Pratt, 2014; Australia) Bathurst Stanley, 2014; O’Lynn & Tranbarger RN, BNurs, MA(Econ) NSW 2795 2007) and there are claims that nursing [email protected] will have a more sustainable workforce Rosemary Saunders (Associate if nurses are recruited from across the Professor) population spectrum (O’Lynn, 2013). The University of Western Australia There are no conflicts of interest RN, Ba App. Sc, MPH This article offers the results of one Key words: question dissected from a larger study Karen Stanley (Lecturer) Men in Nursing, Workloads, Nursing of the profile and perceptions of men Charles Sturt University Recruitment, Survey in nursing and midwifery in Western Australia undertaken between 2013/2014 Working Papers in the Health Sciences 1:14 Winter 2016 ISSN 2051-6266 / 20160082 1 (Stanley et al., 2014). Addressed below nurses in particular in films is generally impact negatively on men in nursing This instrument was designed and career choice for a man. the span of my career as a nurse/midwife are the results from only one sub-ob- a negative one, with men being shown (McMillan, Morgan, & Ament, 2006). validated following advice and consulta- This presented as strong theme with a and find that they add a positive influence jective that sought to explore respond- as being morally corrupt, effeminate These internal and the external issues tion with experienced nurse researchers. number of respondents commenting on to the team and calm when it becomes ent’s views to the question: “Would you or simply incompetent (Stanley, 2012). faced by men in nursing may also impact Sample: There were 1055 respondents why they saw nursing as a good career very hectic” (Female). recommend nursing as a career to males Portraying male nurses in this way has a on their willingness to recommend a to the survey. However, only 1039 choice. One respondent suggested that you know?” serious effect on the public’s perception nursing career to men they know. respondents answered question 20. that, “you meet lots of people and you 4. Suitable for Both: Nursing is a career of male nurses, which may in turn have Ethical Approval: Ethical approval was get to look after and care for people suited to both men and women. Literature Review: a negative impact on the recruitment Methodology granted from the University of Western which is interesting” (Female). Another It was also clear that respondents saw There is substantial literature available to men in nursing. Positive images of Australia Human Research Ethics commented that nursing offered a “good nursing as suited to both men and related to men in nursing generally. competent, self confident male nurses A quantitative non-experimental, Committee (HREC). stable job with good retainment figures so women. Some respondents indicated However, there is a lack of literature are less common. However, as Stanley comparative, descriptive research design Funding: This research was funded by allows job stability, also would really suit that, “gender makes no difference when it that offers insight into the issues faced (2012) concludes, these are required if was employed, using an on-line survey, the Western Australian Nurses Memorial some caring males and we could do with comes down to sincerely caring” (Male). by men in nursing in Australia. The gap barriers are to be reduced and more men with the survey questionnaire being Charitable Trust. their skills and role modelling” (Female). Another added that it was a “good career widens when considering literature that are to be attracted into the profession, distributed via email using SurveyMonkey Data analysis: The qualitative analysis Another respondent suggested that choice for both genders” (Female). One highlights the perceptions of the peers with Meadus and Twomey (2007) to a convenience sample of registered, used to consider the free text aspects nursing was, “a good career with many respondent added, “regardless of sex of men in nursing view them, as well affirming there will continue to be a low enrolled nurses and midwives in Western of question 20 explored the data by rewards” (Male). anyone with a passion for nursing, team as how men view themselves and what representation of men in nursing until Australia. Respondents were invited to examining content for specific words, work and the delivery of healthcare they feel are the major issues that affect these barriers are addressed. complete the on-line survey at a single which were categorised and subse- 2. A Good Career for Men: Nursing is a has something to offer the profession” the recruitment and the retention of the point in time to ensure reliability. This quently created sub-categories. From career men do particularly well in. (Female). current male nursing workforce. From Ekstrom (1999), Hereford (2005), Takase, paper addresses responses to only one this, themes were identified, patterns This was also a strong theme, with a a historical perspective men have had a Maude and Manias (2006) and Bartfay question that asked participants, “Would confirmed and an integrated picture of number of respondents suggesting that 5. Helping Others: Nursing is a career long relationship with nursing, although et al. (2010) support the notion that you recommend nursing as a career to the data content was created. In addition, nursing was a career that men did well in. focused on helping others and serving this has been largely overlooked by nursing is a female orientated profession males that you know?” (question 20). detailed analysis of the qualitative data One respondent said, “we have patients the community. historical texts that in the main focus on and much of this perspective adds to a The question began with a “Yes” / “No” from question 20 took place with the aid with different cultural backgrounds While not a strong theme, a number of the achievements of women in nursing persistent inclination for nursing, as with option before asking for comments on of NVivo10 software program. and having male nurses will assist with respondents suggested that they would (Evans, 2004). Further examination by other female dominated professions e.g. the choice made. providing healthcare” (Female). Another recommend nursing to men because it Brown (2009) indicates that even though primary school teaching (Cushman, 2005) Setting: Western Australian health care Results said, “the men that I know in the profession was a career focused on helping others. the numbers of men in nursing are lower to be seen as ‘low status’ occupations, environments within the public and have done very well - in terms of career One respondent said, “if one wants to than women, the level of achievement by devaluing the contribution made by both private sector, nurse education insti- Of the 1039 respondents to question 20 progression and clinical opportunity. I also make a difference in the community and men is growing as they manage to create men and women and potentially turning tutions and some non-government (Would you recommend nursing as a feel that men within this profession have a feel good and satisfied about oneself, it’s successful careers and are promoted men away from the profession.
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