Factors influencing older nurses' decision-making around the timing of retirement: an explorative mixed method study (original) (raw)

Journal of nursing management, 2021

Abstract

AIM(S) Understand factors influencing decision making of older nurses around timing of retirement BACKGROUND: Global nursing shortages require flexible nurse retention strategies METHOD(S): An explanatory sequential mixed method approach: Nurses across seven health care organisations within one integrated care system responded to an online survey (n=524). Semi-structured interviews and a focus group were conducted (n=19). RESULTS Survey data confirmed age as a key factor influencing nurses' decision making. Factors associated with retention were flexible working conditions, financial considerations and feeling valued. Factors associated with attrition were poor or deteriorating health, stress, and wish for more time with family and friends. Logit regression confirmed flexible work patterns are the strongest predictors for working beyond retirement. Qualitative data revealed retirement plans are accompanied by personal milestones; the work environment heavily influence these plan...

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