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Table 1 Thematic structure of the meaning of working in a person-centred way

From: The meaning of working in a person-centred way in nursing homes: a phenomenological-hermeneutical study

Themes

Sub-themes

Meeting individual resident's needs and preferences in close relationships

Being in close family-like relationships with residents

Understanding residents’ rhythms and preferences as the basis of daily work plans

Doing the ‘little extra’ for residents

Meeting shared goals in collaborative teams

Being part of a supportive team

Working towards a collective practice

Sharing professional values