MY PHD PROJECT

PROFESSIONAL IDENTITY POSITIONING OF INTERNATIONALLY QUALIFIED NURSES DURING WORKPLACE INTERACTIONS WITH COLLEAGUES IN NEW ZEALAND HEALTHCARE SETTINGS

Thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of PhD in Applied Linguistics

Massey University, New Zealand

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My PhD research explored how the professional identity positioning of internationally qualified nurses (IQNs) may be shaped by their workplace interactions with colleagues. Participants' stories of challenging and positive workplace interactions were a communication channel for IQNs’ voices to be heard and for aspects of their professional identity to be analysed. Findings from this study may lead to greater understanding of the situations and conversations that make IQNs feel welcome and encourage them in their choice to continue living and working in New Zealand. 

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A copy of my PhD thesis is available for download below. Please contact me with any questions or feedback.