Title

The Transition from Military Nurse to Nurse Faculty: A Descriptive Study

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Article

Publication Date

11-30-2017

Abstract

Aim The aim of this qualitative descriptive study was to describe the transition from military nurse to nurse faculty.

Background There is a global shortage of qualified nurse faculty. Recruitment of retiring or separating military nurses is a viable solution.

Methods Content and thematic analysis of semi-structured interviews of former military nurses (N=13) was undertaken.

Results The transition from military nurse to nurse faculty includes acknowledgment of the reality of academic culture, appreciation of the journey to bridge the gap, and culmination of a new identity. Leadership skills acquired during military service proved instrumental to a successful transition.

Conclusions Recognizing this transition and the strengths these nurses offer provides evidence for focused orientation programs to increase recruitment and retention of these faculty.

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Chargualaf, K. A., Elliott, B., & Patterson, B. (2017). The transition from military nurse to nurse faculty: A descriptive study. International Journal of Nursing Education Scholarship, 14(1). https://doi.org/10.1515/ijnes-2017-0027

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