Authors
1 Semnan University of Medical Sciences
2 Tarbiat Modares University
3 Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences University
Abstract
Introduction: Due to the increasing of the number of retirees and the duration of the retirement
period, as well as the challenges that exist in employees transitioning to retirement, it is
necessary to explore these challenges. The aim of this study was to explore the presence of
challenges in the transition to retirement.
Method: This qualitative study was a conventional content analysis with purposive sampling
method. Sampling continued until data saturation. Data were collected through semi-structured
and deep interviews. Data were analyzed using conventional content analysis.
Results: Twenty retired nurses participated in the study. The main theme extracted from the
data was shock and disbelief caused by being retired. The categories included "little knowledge",
"dissatisfaction from working conditions before retirement", and "financial problems". Each
category consisted of several sub-categories.
Conclusion: The findings of this study showed challenges in the transition to retirement. Based
on the experience of retired nurses, basic challenges in the transition to retirement were limited
knowledge about retirement, rigid working conditions before retirement, and financial problems.
These challenges cause shock and disbelief in the transition to retirement. Exact planning to
confront these challenges will result in the retirees being well prepared and will facilitate their
transition to a safe and comfortable retirement.
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