女护士职场性别歧视经历：一项质性研究

Abstract

Aim

To explore the experiences of female registered nurses (RNs), who encounter workplace gender discrimination in nursing.

Design

This study used a qualitative exploratory design informed by feminist perspectives and was underpinned by social constructionism.

Methods

Women who were RNs (N = 10) and employed in New South Wales (NSW) were purposively selected to convey their experiences of workplace gender discrimination. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, between April and July 2020. Analysis was guided by the work of Anderson and Jack (Women's words; 1991) who recommend three ways of listening. Interviews were transcribed verbatim and Braun and Clarke's (Qualitative Research in Psychology, 3, 77–101; 2006) six-step guide was used to develop themes.

Results

Thematic analysis revealed five overarching themes: It's a man's world; Gender stereotypes; Being a woman and nurse; Reluctance to call out gender discrimination and The status quo. Findings from this study highlighted that participants believed men's career progression in nursing were favoured over women.

Conclusion

Findings from this research highlight that socially constructed gendered norms continue to form the basis of inequality for women in the workplace. Fostering and sustaining workplace cultures that support family and work life balance, and that do not discriminate against women, is fundamental to ensuring equality for women.

Impact

There is limited qualitative research into women's experiences of workplace gender discrimination in nursing. This research highlights the need for workplace strategies to be implemented to ensure women are better supported and equally represented in leadership positions and advanced practice roles in nursing. All nurses should be given equal consideration based on experience and qualifications. Career development and progression opportunities should be fair, equitable and transparent with clearly documented criteria.

摘要翻译（仅供参考）

目的

探讨女性注册护士（RNs）在护理工作中遇到性别歧视的经历。

设计

本研究采用定性的探索性设计，以女性主义观点为指导，以社会建构主义为基础。

研究方法

在新南威尔士州（NSW）就业的女性护士（N = 10）被有目的地选择来传达她们在工作场所受到的性别歧视。在2020年4月至7月期间，通过半结构化访谈收集数据。分析以Anderson和Jack的工作为指导（Women's words; 1991），他们推荐了三种倾听方式。访谈被逐字记录，Braun和Clarke（Qualitative Research in Psychology，3，77-101；2006）的六步指南被用来发展主题。

结果

主题分析显示了五个总体性的主题。这是一个男人的世界；性别陈规定型观念；作为一个女人和护士；不愿意呼吁性别歧视和现状。本研究的结果强调，参与者认为男性在护理领域的职业发展比女性更受青睐。

结论

本研究的结果强调，社会构建的性别规范仍然是妇女在工作场所不平等的基础。培养和维持支持家庭和工作生活平衡的工作场所文化，并且不歧视妇女，是确保妇女平等的根本。

影响

对妇女在护理工作场所受到性别歧视的经历进行的定性研究有限。这项研究强调了实施工作场所战略的必要性，以确保妇女得到更好的支持，并在护理工作的领导岗位和高级实践角色中得到平等的代表。所有护士都应根据经验和资格得到平等的考虑。职业发展和进步的机会应该是公平、公正和透明的，并有明确的记录标准。