title: Enrolled nurses: why are they devalued?
abstract: Many nursing reports have made the assumption that enrolled nurses (ENs) lack the academic potential to complete RGN training. This has led to a very negative image that is damaging to the self-esteem of many ENs. Using an interactive approach, the author conducted a study of 11 ENs and found ambivalent attitudes existed toward their profession and identity. The implications of the ENB Higher Award for ENs is also discussed.
authors.forename: C
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Kenny
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D015399:Nursing Research; D009743:Nursing, Practical; D012649:Self Concept; D012938:Social Perception