Italian nurses abroad: insights into motivations, challenges, and opportunities

The Italian healthcare system must learn from the successful models adopted abroad to improve working conditions and counter the migration of skilled professionals. Beyond economic incentives, this study highlights the need for greater recognition of nurses' roles, both socially and professionally. Improving work environments and fostering respect and empowerment can reduce migration and ensure the sustainability of healthcare services while preparing future generations to deliver high-quality care.

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British Journal of Nursing
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2025-05-08
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https://doi.org/10.12968/bjon.2024.0493
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Global Health Workforce Issues
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Italian nurses abroad: insights into motivations, challenges, and opportunities

Lea Godino, Domenica Gazineo, Elisa La Malfa, Antonio Torella
British Journal of Nursing
Global Health Workforce Issues
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Italian nurses abroad: insights into motivations, challenges, and opportunities

Lea Godino, Domenica Gazineo, Elisa La Malfa, Antonio Torella
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Abstract

The Italian healthcare system must learn from the successful models adopted abroad to improve working conditions and counter the migration of skilled professionals. Beyond economic incentives, this study highlights the need for greater recognition of nurses' roles, both socially and professionally. Improving work environments and fostering respect and empowerment can reduce migration and ensure the sustainability of healthcare services while preparing future generations to deliver high-quality care.

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University of Parma (IT), Azienda USL di Bologna (IT)
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Openalex Percentile: Top 83%
Global Health Workforce Issues
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