This qualitative study examined 910 Finnish nurse managers in home care and AL to understand the impact of using care teams. Teams allowed nurses to improve planning and evaluation of care, increase well-being and ability to cope with the workload, and higher quality of care. Perceived challenges to team care were incorporating temporary workers, poor collaboration among teams, and hindering professional development.
Teamwork and Use of Teams in Services for Older People: A Qualitative Study of Finnish Nurse Managers’ Experiences
This qualitative study examined 910 Finnish nurse managers in home care and AL to understand the impact of using care teams. Teams allowed nurses to improve planning and evaluation of care, increase well-being and ability to cope with the workload, and higher quality of care. Perceived challenges to team care were incorporating temporary workers, poor collaboration among teams, and hindering professional development.
