Nursing strike, America, 2019: Concept analysis to guide practice.
Nurs Outlook 2020;
68:468-475. [PMID:
32359777 DOI:
10.1016/j.outlook.2020.03.002]
[Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/20/2019] [Revised: 02/25/2020] [Accepted: 03/03/2020] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND
In 2018 a nursing 'sympathy strike' occurred. Although unionized nurses were directed to participate, many expressed questions about what a strike or sympathy strike was. Literature revealed no seminal article to define the term. A concept analysis for the nursing workforce was created.
METHOD
The Hybrid Method of Concept Analysis, (theoretical literature analysis, qualitative stakeholder interviews; applicability) was used. 33 articles and 7 books were reviewed. Nine interviews took place.
RESULTS
The literature and interviews agreed on the definition, antecedents, and consequences of a nursing strike. Strikes in the United States were defined as "a last resort effort, after significant bargaining on the issue between nurses and management has not allowed for agreement, where a work stoppage occurs and nurses leave the bedside." Interviews alone introduced the concept of duty to patients. A model case, contrary case and borderline case are offered.
CONCLUSION
This study contains recommendations for practice.
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