Why work in another country? Japanese nurses' experience and their reasons for staying in Australia

IF 1.7 4区医学 Q2 NURSING Japan Journal of Nursing Science Pub Date : 2025-01-28 DOI:10.1111/jjns.12651

Junko Nasu Dagba, Noriko Ichikawa, Makoto Fujii, Yuko Ohno, Kazuma Honda, Masayuki Endo

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Abstract

Aim

Many Japanese nurses have moved to Australia, yet their experiences and perceived reasons for staying in Australia are understudied. This study identified why Japanese nurses who moved internationally to Australia continued to stay and work in Australia.

Methods

Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 15 Japanese nurses who hold Japanese nursing licenses and are registered as nurses in Australia. The transcripts were analyzed using thematic analysis.

Results

Five themes emerged: (1) capability to take leave and holidays without feeling guilty, (2) set shifts creates a better work–life balance, (3) incentives give motivation to work hard, (4) safe and protective workplace for nurses, and (5) positive environment for pursuing a career.

Conclusions

Japanese nurses were satisfied with the Australian work environment where their profession is well-protected and highly respected, with more chances of career advancements. It suggests the need for a better working environment for nurses in Japan.

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Japan Journal of Nursing Science 医学-护理

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期刊介绍： The Japan Journal of Nursing Science is the official English language journal of the Japan Academy of Nursing Science. The purpose of the Journal is to provide a mechanism to share knowledge related to improving health care and promoting the development of nursing. The Journal seeks original manuscripts reporting scholarly work on the art and science of nursing. Original articles may be empirical and qualitative studies, review articles, methodological articles, brief reports, case studies and letters to the Editor. Please see Instructions for Authors for detailed authorship qualification requirement.