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OBJECTIVES: Despite young carers (YCs) providing regular and significant care that exceeds what would normally be associated with an adult caregiver, we need to learn more about their experience interacting with the healthcare system. The primary study aims were to (1) describe YC experiences in interacting with the healthcare system and (2) identify types of support YC recognise as potentially helpful to their caring role. DESIGN AND SETTING: A mixed-methods qualitative study was conducted between March 2022 and August 2022, comprising two phases of (1) semi-structured interviews and focus groups with YCs living in the community to confirm and expand earlier research findings, and (2) a co-design workshop informed by a generative research approach. We used findings from the interviews and focus groups to inform the brainstorming process for identifying potential solutions. RESULTS: Eight YCs completed either a focus group or an interview, and four continued the study and participated in the co-design activity with 12 participants. Phase 1 resulted in three overarching themes: (1) navigating the YC role within the healthcare system; (2) being kept out of the loop; and (3) normalising the transition into caregiving. Phase 2 identified two categories: (1) YC-focused supports and (2) raising awareness and building capacity in the healthcare system. CONCLUSION: Study findings revealed the critical role that YCs play when supporting their families during pivotal interactions in the healthcare system. Like their older caregiver counterparts, YCs struggle to navigate, coordinate and advocate for their family members while juggling their needs as they transition from adolescence to adulthood. This study provides important preliminary insights into YCs encountering professionals, which can be used to design and implement national support structures.
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Cuidadores , Atenção à Saúde , Adulto , Adolescente , Humanos , Grupos Focais , Família , Aprendizagem , Pesquisa QualitativaRESUMO
Resumo Objetivos Descrever a experiência da implementação de um programa de treinamento de assistente de pesquisa voluntário para graduandos canadenses de Enfermagem, objetivando o desenvolvimento de habilidades de comunicação verbal e escrita, métodos de pesquisa e análise de dados, pensamento crítico e resolução de problemas, assim como o planejamento de suas carreiras e o avanço de seus papéis relacionados à pesquisa e às oportunidades administrativas e de liderança. Método Estudo descritivo com relato de experiência sobre o processo de treinamento para um novo papel profissional relativo ao engajamento dos graduandos em 11 oficinas, cada uma com duração de uma hora e o processo de apoiá-los para assumir papéis profissionais e de liderança. Resultados Os graduandos demonstraram comprometimento em todas as fases do treinamento. Destaca-se, ainda, o interesse por assumirem a liderança em atividades práticas que redefinem seu perfil profissional. Essa experiência contribuiu para construir e nutrir relações intelectuais docentes-graduandos. Os graduandos expandiram suas redes profissionais e a relação com o mentor de carreira, estão desenvolvendo suas habilidades práticas e relataram confiança em se candidatar para cargos de assistentes de pesquisa. Conclusão e implicações para a prática O treinamento pode instrumentalizá-los para escolhas de planos de carreira, ingresso no mercado de trabalho e a construção de plano para desenvolvimento profissional. O desejo genuíno dos docentes de Enfermagem, apoiando uma nova geração de enfermeiros, culminou nessa experiência de empoderamento mútuo.
Resumen Objetivos Informar sobre la experiencia de un equipo de profesionales de enfermería y desarrollo profesional en la implementación de un programa de asistente voluntario de investigación para estudiantes universitarios canadienses de pregrado en enfermería con el objetivo de desarrollar la comunicación escrita y verbal, métodos de investigación, análisis de datos, pensamiento crítico y habilidades de resolución de problemas, así como en su planificación y avance profesional para funciones relacionadas con la investigación y oportunidades de empleo administrativo y de liderazgo. Método Un diseño descriptivo con el informe de la experiencia de los investigadores de enfermería y desarrollo profesional sobre el proceso de apoyo para la formación de los estudiantes para un nuevo rol profesional. La experiencia se refiere a 11 talleres que durarán una hora sobre los temas relacionados con la investigación. Resultados Los estudiantes demostraron compromiso con la capacitación. Relevante es su interés en liderar actividades prácticas para redefinir su perfil profesional. Esta experiencia contribuyó a construir y fomentar relaciones significativas e intelectuales entre los profesores y los estudiantes. Los estudiantes amplían sus redes profesionales y obtienen una relación con un mentor de carrera. Conclusión e implicaciones para la práctica La capacitación puede equipar mejor a los estudiantes para elegir trayectorias profesionales, entrar en el mercado laboral y elaborar un plan para el avance profesional. Fue el deseo genuino de los profesores de enfermería de apoyar a una nueva generación de enfermeras que culminó en esta experiencia de empoderamiento mutuo.
Abstract Objective To describe the experience of implementing a research assistant program for Canadian undergraduate nursing students, which aimed to develop written and verbal communication, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, as well as knowledge of various research methods. Engagement in this program was intended to support students' career planning and advancement in research related roles, including administrative and leadership employment opportunities. Method A descriptive design with the report of experience of nursing researchers and career advisers pertaining to: engagement in an 11 one-hour research focused workshop; and the process of supporting students to assume professional and leadership roles. Results Students demonstrated commitment to the training program throughout its phases. They expressed interest in leading practical activities to redefine their professional profile. This experience contributed to building and nurturing intellectual teacher-student relationships. Students are expanding their professional networks and a relationship with a career mentor, while demystifying the research assistant role. Students are developing practical skills and reporting confidence in applying for research assistant positions. Conclusion and Implications for practice Participating in the training program better equips students for choosing their career path, entering the job market, and building a plan for further career advancement. Nursing faculty's genuine desire for and purposeful actions to support a new generation of nurses informed this mutually empowering experience.
