Can I do everything? Time management in neonatal unit

Abstract

This paper presents the findings of a study which explored the lived experience of 'managed time' for new graduate nurses working in a neonatal unit in the public health system in Australia. Information was collected through conducting in-depth focused interviews with six nurses. The data generated was analysed using Colaizzi's (1978) method of data analysis. Five themes emerged including: knowing, planning, support, fulfilment, adapting and being flexible. These exhaustive themes were integrated into a fundamental structure of 'managed time'. The findings of this study have revealed detailed insight into the phenomenon of managed time for new graduate nurses working in a neonatal unit.