Journal of emergency nursing : JEN : official publication of the Emergency Department Nurses Association
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Emergency nursing turnover rates are high in the United States. Little is known about the role of personality characteristics in the turnover decisions of emergency nurses. Intent to leave is often measured to determine the likelihood of turnover versus retention of employees. The aim of this study is to examine the relationship among personality characteristics, employment tenure, and intent to leave among emergency nurses. ⋯ This study found similarities in personality characteristics for all 406 study participants, with significant differences related to career tenure for some dimensions. This type of knowledge might provide administrators with details of important characteristics to foster which may have a positive impact on retention.