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Exploring social support and job satisfaction among associate degree program directors in California.
MedLine Citation:
PMID:  19824240     Owner:  NLM     Status:  MEDLINE    
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
A troubling trend noted in California has been an increase in the number of open positions for program directors of associate degree registered nursing (ADRN) programs. Positions remain open for extended periods of time, and the number of qualified applicants for such positions is insufficient. The loss of and ensuing slow replacement of ADRN program directors can put these programs in jeopardy of student admission suspension, or, worse yet, closure by the state nursing board. In this exploratory study, variables of social support and job satisfaction were studied. Variables were found to be limited opportunities for peer interaction, expressed discontent, and retention concerns. A significant positive relationship between job satisfaction and social support was noted. Recommendations for future research are offered.
Authors:
Ronda D Mintz-Binder; Joyce J Fitzpatrick
Publication Detail:
Type:  Journal Article    
Journal Detail:
Title:  Nursing education perspectives     Volume:  30     ISSN:  1536-5026     ISO Abbreviation:  Nurs Educ Perspect     Publication Date:    2009 Sep-Oct
Date Detail:
Created Date:  2009-10-14     Completed Date:  2010-01-26     Revised Date:  -    
Medline Journal Info:
Nlm Unique ID:  101140025     Medline TA:  Nurs Educ Perspect     Country:  United States    
Other Details:
Languages:  eng     Pagination:  299-304     Citation Subset:  N    
Affiliation:
University of Texas at Arlington School of Nursing, USA. rondamb@uta.edu
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MeSH Terms
Descriptor/Qualifier:
Adult
California
Education, Nursing, Associate*
Faculty, Nursing* / supply & distribution
Female
Humans
Job Satisfaction*
Middle Aged
Nurse Administrators* / supply & distribution
Social Support*

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