Nursing Resilience: A Concept Analysis

Nursing resilience is increasingly recognized as a critical factor in professional well-being, patient safety, and workforce sustainability. This concept analysis aims to clarify the meaning, defining attributes, antecedents, consequences, and empirical referents of nursing resilience using Walker and Avant’s eight-step method in order to provide a comprehensive definition and understanding applicable to nursing research, education, and practice, highlighting its significance in enhancing nurse well-being and patient care. This analysis employs Walker and Avant’s concept analysis framework, comprising identifying the concept, reviewing the literature, and defining attributes and antecedents. Literature sources include journals, textbooks, and credible online databases such as PubMed, CINAHL, ResearchGate, and Google Scholar, focusing on resilience in nursing contexts covering peer-reviewed articles (2010–2025). A systematic literature search was conducted, employing keywords like “nursing resilience,” “resilience in healthcare,” burnout prevention," “emotional regulation in nursing,” and “nurse well-being.” Articles were selected based on relevance and quality, leading to the identification of core themes and attributes. The core defining attributes of nursing resilience are emotional regulation, self-awareness, perseverance, adaptability, and social support. Antecedents include workplace stressors, reflective practice, and a supportive environment. Consequences include improved job satisfaction, reduced burnout, and enhanced patient outcomes. Nursing resilience is a dynamic, multidimensional process influenced by individual, organizational, and systemic factors. Developing strategies to foster resilience is important for ensuring nurse well-being, retention, and quality patient care. Keywords: Nursing Resilience, Emotional Regulation, Burnout, Psychological Well-being, Concept Analysis,