A metasynthesis of nurses and midwives' experiences of clinical supervision.

Catling, C; Davey, R; Donovan, H; Dadich, A

A metasynthesis of nurses and midwives' experiences of clinical supervision.

Catling, C

Davey, R Donovan, H Dadich, A

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Publication Type:: Journal Article
Citation:: Women Birth, 2023, pp. S1871-5192(23)00298-6
Issue Date:: 2023-10-26

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dc.contributor.author	Catling, C https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7352-2879
dc.contributor.author	Davey, R
dc.contributor.author	Donovan, H
dc.contributor.author	Dadich, A
dc.date.accessioned	2024-01-12T00:30:21Z
dc.date.available	2023-10-20
dc.date.available	2024-01-12T00:30:21Z
dc.date.issued	2023-10-26
dc.identifier.citation	Women Birth, 2023, pp. S1871-5192(23)00298-6
dc.identifier.issn	1871-5192
dc.identifier.issn	1878-1799
dc.identifier.uri	http://hdl.handle.net/10453/174329
dc.description.abstract	PROBLEM: Given the current rate of burnout and attrition among nurses and midwives globally, there is a need to understand the effectiveness of supportive strategies to help retain this workforce. BACKGROUND: Clinical supervision can help to ensure that nurses and midwives are supported and have the capacity to cope with their job demands. Yet there are no metasyntheses that provide a collective understanding of their experiences with clinical supervision. AIM: To synthesise the experiences of nurses and midwives who have accessed clinical supervision. METHODS: A metasynthesis was conducted by systematically searching academic databases for relevant publications; assessing their quality using an established checklist; extracting and analysing qualitative content; and synthesising key findings about the experiences of nurses and midwives regarding clinical supervision. FINDINGS: Themes and subthemes were identified from 12 papers, including: optimal logistics; support; safety and confidentiality; improving practice through reflection; and trust in the group. DISCUSSION: For clinicians to feel comfortable discussing their practice and workplace with the facilitator and colleagues, nurses and midwives needed to feel safe during clinical supervision and trust the process and their peers. Despite common difficulties of finding time for the sessions, clinical supervision can enhance collaboration and communication in the workplace. CONCLUSION: Clinical supervision that adheres to group rules can provide professional support within a safe, confidential space. Having trust in peers and facilitators at the sessions can help staff develop confidence, provide personal development and professional sustenance.
dc.format	Print-Electronic
dc.language	eng
dc.publisher	Elsevier
dc.relation.ispartof	Women Birth
dc.relation.isbasedon	10.1016/j.wombi.2023.10.005
dc.rights	info:eu-repo/semantics/closedAccess
dc.subject	11 Medical and Health Sciences
dc.subject.classification	Obstetrics & Reproductive Medicine
dc.subject.classification	3215 Reproductive medicine
dc.subject.classification	4204 Midwifery
dc.title	A metasynthesis of nurses and midwives' experiences of clinical supervision.
dc.type	Journal Article
utslib.location.activity	Netherlands
utslib.for	11 Medical and Health Sciences
pubs.organisational-group	/University of Technology Sydney
pubs.organisational-group	/University of Technology Sydney/Faculty of Health
pubs.organisational-group	/University of Technology Sydney/Strength - CHSP - Health Services and Practice
pubs.organisational-group	/University of Technology Sydney/Faculty of Health/Midwifery
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dc.date.updated	2024-01-12T00:30:20Z
pubs.publication-status	Published online

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PROBLEM: Given the current rate of burnout and attrition among nurses and midwives globally, there is a need to understand the effectiveness of supportive strategies to help retain this workforce. BACKGROUND: Clinical supervision can help to ensure that nurses and midwives are supported and have the capacity to cope with their job demands. Yet there are no metasyntheses that provide a collective understanding of their experiences with clinical supervision. AIM: To synthesise the experiences of nurses and midwives who have accessed clinical supervision. METHODS: A metasynthesis was conducted by systematically searching academic databases for relevant publications; assessing their quality using an established checklist; extracting and analysing qualitative content; and synthesising key findings about the experiences of nurses and midwives regarding clinical supervision. FINDINGS: Themes and subthemes were identified from 12 papers, including: optimal logistics; support; safety and confidentiality; improving practice through reflection; and trust in the group. DISCUSSION: For clinicians to feel comfortable discussing their practice and workplace with the facilitator and colleagues, nurses and midwives needed to feel safe during clinical supervision and trust the process and their peers. Despite common difficulties of finding time for the sessions, clinical supervision can enhance collaboration and communication in the workplace. CONCLUSION: Clinical supervision that adheres to group rules can provide professional support within a safe, confidential space. Having trust in peers and facilitators at the sessions can help staff develop confidence, provide personal development and professional sustenance.

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