Analysis of the experiences of nurses who return to nursing after cancer

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Edward, Karen-Leigh, Giandinoto, Jo-Ann and McFarland, Judelle. (2017). Analysis of the experiences of nurses who return to nursing after cancer. British Journal of Nursing. 26(21), pp. 1170 - 1175. https://doi.org/10.12968/bjon.2017.26.21.1170

Authors	Edward, Karen-Leigh, Giandinoto, Jo-Ann and McFarland, Judelle
Abstract	Background: understanding the impact of role ambiguity (both professional and patient) can be a factor in deepening the understanding of the ongoing personal, professional and organisational requirements of nurses who are cancer survivors. Purpose: the aim of this qualitative study was to elucidate an in-depth description of nurses' experiences of surviving cancer. Method: an exploratory qualitative research design was used (n=8), with participants recruited between September 2014 and December 2016. Discussion: data analysis led to the emergence of six themes: being practical about the diagnosis and treatment, empathy and compassion, a ‘new normal’ and the role of organisational support, medical knowledge and treatment experiences, coping in silence and denial, and being resilient. Conclusion: nurses as cancer survivors who return to work offer a richness of experience related to enhanced empathetic responses to patients in their care and have the potential to be great practice role-models for other staff.
Keywords	cancer; nurses; nurses as patients; survivorship; qualitative research; return to work
Year	2017
Journal	British Journal of Nursing
Journal citation	26 (21), pp. 1170 - 1175
Publisher	MA Healthcare Ltd
ISSN	0966-0461
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)	https://doi.org/10.12968/bjon.2017.26.21.1170
Scopus EID	2-s2.0-85040578175
Page range	1170 - 1175
Research Group	School of Nursing, Midwifery and Paramedicine
Publisher's version	File Access Level Controlled
Place of publication	United Kingdom

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Page, Karen, Davidson, Patricia, Edward, Karen-Leigh, Allen, Josh, Cummins, Robert, Thompson, David and Worrall-Carter, Linda. (2010). Recovering from an acute cardiac event- the relationship between the depression and life satisfaction. Journal of Clinical Nursing. 19(June), pp. 736 - 743. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-2702.2009.03106.x

The phenomenon of resilience as described by adults who have experienced mental illness

Edward, Karen-Leigh, Welch, Anthony and Chater, Keri. (2009). The phenomenon of resilience as described by adults who have experienced mental illness. Journal of Advanced Nursing. 65(3), pp. 587 - 595. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-2648.2008.04912.x

Australian nursing curricula and mental health recruitment

Warelow, Philip and Edward, Karen-Leigh. (2009). Australian nursing curricula and mental health recruitment. International Journal of Nursing Practice. 15(4), pp. 250 - 256. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1440-172X.2009.01751.x

Nursing considerations for dual diagnosis in mental health

Edward, Karen-Leigh and Munro, Ian. (2009). Nursing considerations for dual diagnosis in mental health. International Journal of Nursing Practice. 15(2), pp. 74 - 79. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1440-172X.2009.01731.x

The lived experience of gay men caring for others with HIV/AIDS: Resilient coping skills

Munro, Ian and Edward, Karen-Leigh. (2008). The lived experience of gay men caring for others with HIV/AIDS: Resilient coping skills. International Journal of Nursing Practice. 14(2), pp. 122 - 128. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1440-172X.2008.00675.x

Mental illness and substance use: An Australian perspective

Munro, Ian and Edward, Karen-Leigh. (2008). Mental illness and substance use: An Australian perspective. International Journal of Mental Health Nursing. 17(4), pp. 255 - 260. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1447-0349.2008.00541.x

Depression and other mental illnesses in the context of workplace efficacy

Edward, Karen-Leigh and Munro, Ian. (2008). Depression and other mental illnesses in the context of workplace efficacy. Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing. 15(7), pp. 605 - 611. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-2850.2008.01253.x

Care: What nurses say and what nurses do

Warelow, Philip, Edward, Karen-Leigh and Vinek, J.. (2008). Care: What nurses say and what nurses do. Holistic Nursing Practice. 22(3), pp. 146 - 153. https://doi.org/10.1097/01.HNP.0000318023.53151.33

The recovery journey - employment support for people with depression and other mental illnesses

Munro, Ian and Edward, Karen-Leigh. (2008). The recovery journey - employment support for people with depression and other mental illnesses. Advances in Mental Health. 7, pp. 1 - 8.

Doctoral graduates in mental health nursing in Victoria, Australia: The doctoral experience and contribution to scholarship

Happell, Brenda, Edward, Karen-Leigh and Welch, Anthony. (2008). Doctoral graduates in mental health nursing in Victoria, Australia: The doctoral experience and contribution to scholarship. International Journal of Mental Health Nursing. 17(4), pp. 270 - 278. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1447-0349.2008.00543.x

Simulation to Practice: Developing Nursing Skills in Mental Health: An Australian Perspective

Edward, Karen-Leigh, Hercelinskyj, Gylo, Warelow, Philip and Munro, Ian. (2007). Simulation to Practice: Developing Nursing Skills in Mental Health: An Australian Perspective. The International Electronic Journal of Health Education. 10, pp. 60 - 64.