Professional paper

https://doi.org/10.24141/2/8/1/5

Sociological Aspects of Nursing Identity Development

Blaženka Gorupić orcid.org/0009-0006-2307-1727 ; Universitas Studiorum Catholica Croatica, Postgraduate study Sociology: values, identity and social changes in Croatian society, Croatia *
Vesna Liber orcid.org/0009-0003-5008-4185 ; Universitas Studiorum Catholica Croatica, Postgraduate study Sociology: values, identity and social changes in Croatian society, Croatia

* Corresponding author.

Abstract

This article presents the development of nursing identity with a brief review of the situation in the Republic of Croatia. The focus is on the conceptual interpretation of identity and its impact on the formation of individual identity in the social context. The postulate of contribution is manifested in the presentation of different authors’ perspectives on the concept of nursing identity, emphasizing the ambiguity of this term. Special emphasis is placed on the analysis of nursing identity development, exploring the influence of traditional and modern social frameworks. The historical evolutionary path of nursing and the way in which gender stereotypes limit its progress are presented. Additionally, key components of contemporary nursing are highlighted, emphasizing the importance of academic education, research and theoretical development within nursing. Finally, the current issues of nursing within the Republic of Croatia were addressed, emphasizing the need for inclusive and modern nursing based on academic knowledge and social engagement.

Keywords

nursing, identity, profession, care, autonomy

Hrčak ID:

317733

URI

https://hrcak.srce.hr/317733

Publication date:

6.6.2024.

Article data in other languages: croatian

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