self-sacrifice in nursing during the covid-19 pandemic: concept analysis with the rogers approach

Background: sacrifice is a fundamental professional value in nursing, which became particularly prominent during the pandemic of covid-19 pandemic. this study investigated the idea of self-sacrifice in nursing during this period, employing rodgers’s evolutionary model as the analytical framework. materials and methods: the rodgers’ concept analysis method was applied. relevant literature was searched in cinahl, medline, web of science, scopus, pubmed, magiran, iranmedex, and sid databases using keywords related to self-sacrifice in nursing. seventeen related articles were selected for analysis.results: self-sacrifice was a defining feature of nursing during covid-19, involving prioritizing patient care over personal well-being despite severe risks. internal factors influencing self-sacrifice included personal commitment, stress reduction, and professional excellence. external factors encompassed societal expectations, media influence, and the high-risk nursing environment during the pandemic. while self-sacrifice strengthened professional identity and personal growth, it also resulted in adverse effects, including work attendance despite illness (presenteeism), emotional and physical exhaustion (burnout), reduced patient safety, and a greater likelihood of leaving the profession.  conclusion: although self-sacrifice is an integral part of nursing, its adverse effects must be mitigated by promoting self-care and improving working conditions to ensure sustainable commitment among nurses.