A systematic literature review of nurse shortage and the intention to leave
Journal of Nursing ManagementPublished 19 June 2012
Chung Yee Zenobia Chan, WUN SAN TAM, MAGGIE K.Y. LUNG, Wing‐Yan Wong, CHING WA CHAU
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The reasons that trigger nurses' intention to leave are complex and are influenced by organizational and individual factors, which can be useful in designing and implementing strategies to maintain a sustainable workforce in nursing.
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The review provides insight that can be useful in designing and implementing strategies to maintain a sustainable workforce in nursing.
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Health ProfessionsNursing
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