Experience of Interpersonal-Conflict Between Nurse Colleagues of Mid-Career Hospital Nurses
10.11111/jkana.2023.29.4.421
- Author:
Namyee KOO
1
;
Suhye KWON
Author Information
1. Nurse, Kosin University Gospel Hospital, Busan, Korea
- Publication Type:ORIGINAL ARTICLE
- From:Journal of Korean Academy of Nursing Administration
2023;29(4):421-432
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
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Abstract:
Purpose:This study explored and characterized the interpersonal conflict experiences among mid-career nurses working together.
Methods:Data were collected from May 2021 to February 2022 through individual in-depth interviews of eight mid-career nurses with conflict experience among nurse colleagues in their work place. The transcribed data were analyzed using Colaizzi's phenomenological method.
Results:Four categories were identified: experiencing discomfort in relationships as reverse discrimination; bearing the heavy burden of being pushed up and down; adopting self-rescue measures to cope with the current situation; and navigating a workplace where resignation and expectation coexist.
Conclusion:This study provided an in-depth exploration of interpersonal conflict experiences among mid-career nurses’ working together. Thus, shedding light on the need for proactive educational and policy initiatives to effectively manage and mitigate such conflicts among nurse colleagues in this career stage.
