ArticleAIMS public health2025
Integration of Albanian nurses in Germany: Employment challenges and opportunities - A descriptive study.
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- The Assessment of Workplace Integration of Migrant Nurses and Midwives in Global Healthcare Settings: A Scoping Review.International nursing review · 2026Article
- Efforts and Support Needs of Japanese Nurses Working Alongside Migrant Nurses in Japan: A Qualitative Study.Nursing reports (Pavia, Italy) · 2026Article
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Abstract
Nurse migration from low- and middle-income countries to high-income nations is a significant global phenomenon. This study aimed to examine the opportunities and challenges faced by Albanian nurses during their work integration after migrating to Germany. A descriptive cross-sectional quantitative study was conducted using convenience sampling with a snowball recruitment technique. A total of 162 Albanian nurses working in Germany, mostly female and married, participated in the survey. The findings revealed that the overall integration process was satisfactory, particularly regarding the recognition of professional qualifications, respect from colleagues, patients, and families, career opportunities, and autonomy at work. The host institutions supported integration through mentorship programs, language training, procedural training, and education on the German healthcare system. However, nurses reported challenges in medical terminologies, telephone communication, and healthcare documentation. The participants expressed the need for more comprehensive pre-departure information to facilitate smoother transitions. The study highlights the pivotal role of managers and institutions in the integration process and in creating inclusive and equitable work environments. Germany serves as a model for implementing effective integration activities for migrant nurses. Albania must adopt stronger strategies to retain nurses within the country and enhance its human capital by improving the working conditions and providing career development opportunities. Future research is recommended to explore the integration processes of Albanian nurses across other European countries. Subsequent studies should concentrate on identifying and addressing potential barriers to integration while fostering opportunities for collaboration between the origin and destination countries. Such research can contribute to academic, political, and social frameworks that enhance the migration experience for migrant nurses.
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