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Meleis-Based Training: Perceived Stress, Professional Self-Efficacy, and Social Adaptation of Migrant Turkish Nurses

This research is testing a training program for nurses from Turkey who have moved to Germany for work. These nurses often face challenges like learning a new language, adapting to a different culture, and settling into a new healthcare system. The study wants to find out if this special program, which offers support and education, can help them manage stress better, feel more confident in their nursing abilities, and adjust more easily to their new social environment. The goal is to improve their well-being and professional life, ultimately contributing to better healthcare and smoother transitions for migrant nurses.

At a glance

Status

Not yet recruiting

Phase

Sponsor

TC Erciyes University

Enrolment target

Start

01 Mar 2025

Estimated completion

30 Dec 2027

Mmigrant Nurses' Adaptation and Perceived Stress Transition Theory in Immigrant Nurses Social Adaptation and Stress in Immigrant Nurses Professional Self-Efficacy

What is this study about?

This study is focused on helping nurses from Turkey who have moved to Germany. When people move to a new country, especially for work, there can be many challenges. For these nurses, it might mean getting used to a new language, a different culture, and a new way of working in healthcare. These changes can sometimes lead to feeling stressed, less confident in their skills, and finding it hard to settle in socially.

The researchers have created a special training program based on an idea called Meleis's Transition Theory. This theory helps understand how people go through big life changes. The study aims to see if this program can make a real difference to the nurses. They hope it will help them feel less stressed, grow more confident in their nursing jobs, and adapt better to their new lives in Germany.

Ultimately, the findings from this study could be very important. They might help develop better ways to support all nurses who move to new countries, making their transition smoother and happier. This could also improve the quality of healthcare they provide and help them succeed in their careers.

Key takeaways

Targets Turkish nurses in Germany to improve quality of life.
Tests a training program based on how people adapt to change.
Aims to reduce stress and boost job confidence.
Hopes to help nurses settle better into their new communities.
Findings could help support migrant nurses everywhere.
Participation is voluntary and confidential.

Who may be eligible?

To join this study, you need to be at least 18 years old and a nurse who has moved from Turkey to Germany. It's really important that you want to take part and agree to everything involved.

However, you won't be able to join if you have a mental health condition that would stop you from taking part properly, or if you simply don't want to participate for any reason. The researchers want to make sure everyone involved can fully engage with the program.

Once you've joined, it's also important to try and attend all the sessions. If you miss too many or decide you don't want to continue, or if you don't complete the surveys, you might need to leave the study.

Could this study suit you?

Answer these quick questions to see if you may be eligible. This is a guide only — the research team makes the final call.

Are you at least 18 years old?
Have you moved from Turkey to Germany to work as a nurse?
Do you want to participate in this study?
Do you feel you can attend the sessions and complete surveys?

Answer every question to see your result.

What does participation involve?

If you decide to take part in this study, you would be involved in an education program. This program is designed to help you with challenges like stress, confidence in your job, and settling into a new social environment. You would attend a series of educational sessions. The study will also involve completing some surveys or questionnaires to measure how you're feeling about stress, your professional confidence, and how well you're adapting. Specific details about the number of sessions, how long each lasts, and the total duration of your involvement would be explained to you by the research team.

Potential risks and benefits

Taking part in this study might offer you benefits such as learning new ways to manage stress, feeling more confident in your nursing skills, and improving your social adaptation in Germany. While risks are generally low for educational programs, some participants might find discussing challenges slightly uncomfortable initially. Remember, your participation is completely voluntary; you have the right to withdraw from the study at any time without giving a reason, and this will not affect your care or standing in any way.

Locations (1)

Sprachportal Wetzlar
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Wetzlar, Germany

Common questions

What is Meleis's Transition Theory?

It's an idea that helps us understand how people go through big life changes, like moving to a new country and starting a new job. The training program uses this idea to help nurses adapt.

What kind of training will I receive?

You'll take part in educational sessions designed to help you cope with challenges, feel more confident in your nursing work, and reduce stress as you adapt to life in Germany.

Will my information be kept private?

Yes, all your personal information and responses will be handled confidentially and used only for the study's research purposes.

Do I have to be a nurse from Turkey to join?

Yes, this study is specifically looking for nurses who have moved from Turkey to Germany to work.

What happens if I start the study but don't want to finish?

You are free to leave the study at any time without needing to give a reason. Your decision will not affect you in any way.

How to find out more

Buse Karabulut, Doctoral Candidate

busecetinkya96@gmail.com +49 176 66964791 Official trial record

Always speak to your GP or specialist before deciding to take part in a study.