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Publication History

Journal Article, Academic Journal

• Rambur, B.; Palumbo, M. V.; McIntosh, B. R.; Thomas, C. - "A Cross-Disciplinary Statewide Rural Healthcare Workforce Analysis " (Refereed) - Journal of Allied Health - 2008 - v. 37, no. 2, pp. 105-109(5) [View publication] [Show/Hide Abstract]
  Abstract: A statewide study was conducted to examine the healthcare workforce from the perspectives of the individual healthcare worker and employer as a basis for evidence based workforce planning. The workforce minimum data set recommended by Colleagues in Caring was used to analyze job satisfaction, intention to leave current position, intention to leave profession, and reasons for such intentions in members of four professions (medical laboratorians, respiratory therapists, radiographers, and registered nurses) in a rural state. Statewide hospital vacancy and turnover rates for these disciplines also were analyzed. The study found that an aging workforce exists across these four healthcare disciplines. Despite relatively high satisfaction with their positions, a substantial proportion of this sample-over 20% for each profession-reported being "somewhat likely" or "very likely" to leave their position in the next 12 months. Top reasons for these intentions varied by profession and range from career mobility opportunities to job/organization dissatisfaction and stress. Nevertheless, vacancy and turnover rates in the hospital setting for all professions were comparatively modest. Implications for policy and research methods are detailed.
  
• Costanza, R.; Fisher, B.; Ali, S.; Beer, C.; Bond, L.; Boumans, R.; Danigelis, N.; Dickinson, J.; Elliott, C.; Farley, J.; Gayer, D.; Glenn, L.; Hudspeth, T.; Mahoney, D.; McCahill, L.; McIntosh, B. R.; Reed, B.; Rizvi, A.; Rizzo, D.; Simpatico, T.; Snapp, R. - "An integrative approach to quality of life measurement, research, and policy" (Refereed) - Surveys and Perspectives Integrating Environment & Society - 2008 - v. 1, no. 1, pp. 1-5 [View publication] [Show/Hide Abstract]
  Abstract: While Quality of Life (QOL) has long been an explicit or implicit policy goal, adequate definition and measurement have been elusive. Diverse "objective" and "subjective" indicators across a range of disciplines and scales, and recent work on subjective well-being (SWB) surveys and the psychology of happiness have spurred renewed interest. Drawing from multiple disciplines, we present an integrative definition of QOL that combines measures of human needs with subjective well-being or happiness. QOL is proposed as a multiscale, multi-dimensional concept that contains interacting objective and subjective elements. We relate QOL to the opportunities that are provided to meet human needs in the forms of built, human, social and natural capital (in addition to time) and the policy options that are available to enhance these opportunities. Issues related to defining, measuring, and scaling these concepts are discussed, and a research agenda is elaborated. Policy implications include strategies for investing in opportunities to maximize QOL enhancement at the individual, community, and national scales.
  
• Hoenig, B.; McIntosh, B. R. - "Mentoring: How to Harness the full potential of youth mentoring relationships" (Refereed) - Journal of Intergenerational Relationships - 2008
• Palumbo, M.; Rambur, B.; McIntosh, B. R.; Naud, S. - "Perceptions of an Ideal Career vs. Perceptions of Six Health Careers " (Refereed) - Journal of Allied Health - 2008 - v. 37, no. 1, pp. 8-16(9) [View publication] [Show/Hide Abstract]
  Abstract: This study was intended to compare and contrast young adults' perceptions of an ideal career versus their perceptions of six health professions: medical laboratory science, nursing, pharmacy, physical therapy, radiation technology, and respiratory therapy. Study Design: The study used a survey developed by May et al., which was modified and tested for application to the allied health workforce. The instrument measures 17 parallel items on a five-point Likert scale and has been assessed for reliability (coefficient a, 0.81-0.84) and content validity by a panel of experts. Analysis included descriptive statistics and paired t tests, with Bonferroni adjusted a significance set at p < 0.0028. Population: The study used a convenience sample of 720 young adults aged 18 to 24 yrs who were recruited between January and September 2005 at job fairs and community events in one urban area and two adjacent rural communities in a northeastern U.S. state. Findings: All six health professions were perceived as significantly less desirable (p < 0.001) than the ideal career in the areas of "being respected" and "working with high technology." "Care for people" was the third highest ranked attribute of an ideal career, and pharmacy and radiation technology were found to be statistically significantly lower in this area (p < 0.001). Only nurses were perceived as having job security that matched the ideal, with the other professions perceived as offering significantly less job security than the ideal (p < 0.001). Conclusions: Health care is increasingly dependent on highly collaborative multidisciplinary teams. Inaccurate perceptions of allied health occupations likely hamper the development of an adequate pipeline of new recruits to these professions, which has the potential to impact all health disciplines. This points to the importance of increased media/marketing portrayal of the positive aspects of careers in the allied health professions. Strategies to address this challenge and areas for further research are outlined.
  
• Costanza, R.; Fisher, B.; Ali, S.; Beer, C.; Bond, L.; Boumans, R.; Danigelis, N.; Dickinson, J.; Elliott, C.; Farley, J.; Gayer, D.; Glenn, L.; Hudspeth, T.; Mahoney, D.; McCahill, L.; McIntosh, B. R.; Reed, B.; Rizvi, A.; Rizzo, D.; Simpatico, T.; Snapp, R. - "Quality of Life: An approach integrating opportunities, human needs and subjective well-being" (Refereed) - Ecological Economics - 2007 - v. 61, no. 2-3, pp. 267-276 [View publication] [Show/Hide Abstract]
  Abstract: Enhancing Quality of Life (QOL) has long been an explicit or implicit goal for individuals, communities, nations, and the world. But defining QOL and measuring progress toward meeting this goal have been elusive. Diverse "objective" and "subjective" indicators across a range of disciplines and scales, and recent work on subjective well-being (SWB) surveys and the psychology of happiness have spurred interest. Drawing from multiple disciplines, we present an integrative definition of QOL that combines measures of human needs with subjective well-being or happiness. QOL is proposed as a multi-scale, multi-dimensional concept that contains interacting objective and subjective elements. We relate QOL to the opportunities that are provided to meet human needs in the forms of built, human, social and natural capital (in addition to time) and the policy options that are available to enhance these opportunities. Issues related to defining, measuring, and scaling these concepts are discussed, and a research agenda is elaborated. Policy implications include strategies for investing in opportunities to maximize QOL enhancement at the individual, community, and national scales.
  
• McIntosh, B. R.; Palumbo, M. V.; Rambur, B. - "Does a "Shadow Workforce" of Inactive Nurses Exist?" (Refereed) - Nursing Economics - 2006 - v. 24, no. 5, pp. 231-237 [View publication] [Show/Hide Abstract]
  Abstract: One segment of the nursing workforce that has received less attention as a potential source of labor consists of those individuals who are no longer working in the profession but possess the necessary training and experience. In the past, when sufficient labor resources were available, nurses with lapsed or inactive licenses were typically treated with a laissez faire attitude. Clearly, given the critical pressure and immediacy felt by the nursing shortage, this may no longer be an appropriate mind-set. If this potential pool of nurses indeed exists, they provide an important opportunity to augment the nursing workforce. The purpose of this study, therefore, is to determine if a shadow workforce of inactive nurses currently exists. If so, can they be tapped to contribute their skills in times of acute shortage? What factors led to their initial decision to leave the workforce? What benefits and workplace characteristics can help entice their return? The current nursing shortage is in its 8th year (Buerhaus, Donelan, Ulrich, Norman, & Dittus, 2005). It is a multifaceted problem, with numerous recruitment and retention solutions necessary. Feeding the pipeline by educating more nursing students is important but has recently been restricted by a nursing faculty shortage that was, in part, responsible for turning away 32,000 qualified applicants in 2004 (American Association of Colleges of Nursing, 2005). Retaining aging nurses has also received increased attention as one strategy to ease the acute shortage predicted for the future (Buerhaus, Staiger, & Auerbach, 2000; McIntosh, Rambur, Palumbo, & Mongeon, 2003; Minnick, 2000; O'Brien-Pallas, Duffield, & Alksnis, 2004). These are important strategies, but still unlikely to be adequate to fully abate the shortage (Buerhaus & Staiger, 1999). All these efforts to alleviate the nursing shortage also have profound implications because there is increasing empirical evidence that links the number of RNs to patient safety, with high patient-to-nurse ratios negatively impacting patient mortality (Cho, Ketefian, Barkauskas, & Smith, 2003) and "failure to rescue" (Aiken, Clarke, Sloan, Sochalski, & Silber, 2002). Therefore it is critically important that the greatest public and institutional effort be placed where the return on this investment can be maximized. The extent to which scarce resources should be dedicated to enticing inactive nurses back into the profession is unclear given the lack of systemic inquiry into this shadow workforce. Is there evidence that currently inactive nurses are, in fact, willing to return to nursing? To answer this question, researchers used one small rural state as a laboratory and surveyed the entire population of individuals with inactive or lapsed nursing licenses. Previous studies suggest that if indeed this pool exists, there is potential for redeployment (Davis & Barham, 1988; Kalnins, 1986; Mark & Gupta, 2002).
  
• Rambur, B.; McIntosh, B. R.; Palumbo, M. V.; Reinier, K. - "Education as a Determinant of Career Retention and Job Satisfaction Among American Registered Nurses" (Refereed) - Journal of Nursing Scholarship - 2005 - v. 37, no. 2, pp. 185-92 [View publication] [Show/Hide Abstract]
  Abstract: Purpose: To compare job satisfaction and career retention in two cohorts of RNs, those whose highest degrees were the associate degree (AD) or the bachelor's degree (BS) in nursing. Design: Survey. Methods: Instruments included a career satisfaction scale and questions based on the ongoing U.S. Health and Retirement Survey. Three-thousand nurses in the U.S. state of Vermont were surveyed with a resulting response rate of 56.7%. Of these respondents, 878 RNs fit the study criteria. Findings: BS RNs started their nursing careers earlier, were employed longer, had held more positions, and in the largest age cohort (age 40-54), were more likely to have been in their current positions at least 10 years. BS RNs scored significantly higher in job satisfaction related to: (a) opportunity for autonomy and growth, (b) job stress and physical demands, and (c) job and organizational security. AD and BS nurses were not significantly different in their satisfaction with supervision; career, continuing education, and promotion opportunities; or pay and benefits. Conclusions: These findings indicate support of bachelor's level education for individual and social return on investment, and they show that AD education might have unintended consequences. Implications for the nursing shortage and educational policy are discussed.
  
• Reinier, K.; Palumbo, M. V.; McIntosh, B. R.; Rambur, B.; Kolodinsky, J.; Hurowitz, L.; Ashikaga, T. - "Measuring the Nursing Workforce: Clarifying Definitions" (Refereed) - Medical Care Research and Review - 2005 - v. 62, no. 6, pp. 741-755 [View publication] [Show/Hide Abstract]
  Abstract: Numerous articles have addressed the causes and implications of the current nursing shortage. Little has been published, however, about how to measure the nursing workforce. This article presents (1) a review of definitions for common workforce indicators such as vacancy and turnoverrates and the relationship between these indicators and the need for nurses,(2) a review of the calculation of vacancy and turnoverrates in several statewide and national surveys, and (3) the results from the development and pilot test of a health care workforce survey for use in Vermont. The review indicates that in practice, no standard method is used despite attempts to standardize the calculation of vacancy and turnover rates. The Vermont pilot study results demonstrate that a richer profile of the health workforce can be obtained by using both standard workforce measures and more subjective questions to assess a statewide need for nurses.
  
• Fothergill, A.; Palumbo, M. V.; Rambur, B.; Reinier, K.; McIntosh, B. R. - "The volunteer potential of inactive nurses for disaster preparedness" (Refereed) - Public Health Nursing - 2005 - v. 22, no. 5, pp. 414-421 [View publication] [Show/Hide Abstract]
  Abstract: Objectives: Inactive nurses' interest in volunteering for emergency preparedness was examined. Methods: A mail survey was sent to the entire Vermont Board of Nursing list of in-state inactive and lapsed registered nurses (n = 3,682). A high rate of undeliverable surveys (60%) was found and 611 surveys were returned for a 20% response rate. Results: Twenty-seven percent of the respondents were interested in volunteering. Those interested in participating in volunteer work as part of a national homeland security effort were significantly more likely to (a) be younger in age (p < 0.0001); (b) identify themselves as being a nurse (p = 0.001); (c) be employed versus retired (p = 0.002); and (d) be currently volunteers (p = 0.001). Conclusions: Because 33% of the nation's nurses are over age 50, inactive nurses offer a potentially large pool of volunteers for emergency preparedness training and response in the years to come.
  
• McIntosh, B. R.; Rambur, B.; Palumbo, M. V.; Mongeon, J. - "The Older Nurse: Clues for Retention" (Refereed) - Nursing and Health Policy Review - 2004 - no. 2 (2), pp. 1-17
• Rambur, B.; Palumbo, M. V.; McIntosh, B. R.; Mongeon, J. - "A Statewide Analysis of RNs'; Intention to Leave Their Position" (Refereed) - Nursing Outlook - 2003 - v. 51, no. 4, pp. 182-188 [View publication] [Show/Hide Abstract]
  Abstract: The magnitude of the projected nursing shortage supports retention of Registered Nurses (RNs) as an essential healthcare workforce strategy. Purpose: This paper reports an analysis of RN workforce data in one rural state, Vermont; identifies patterns within this workforce; and details predictors of intention to leave current position for reasons of career advancement, life situations, or job dissatisfaction. Method: A secondary analysis of RN relicensure surveys was done, (n= 4418; response RATE = 85%). Findings: Differences in intention to leave vary by educational attainment, hours worked per week, gender, practice role, and practice activity. Conclusion: Tackling nurse dissatisfaction in order to improve retention will require increased attention to compensation, education, and career development and flexibility, with resulting implications for state and federal policy formation.
  
• Rambur, B.; Palumbo, M. V.; McIntosh, B. R.; Mongeon, J. - "Male and Female Nurse Dissatisfaction " (Refereed) - Health Affairs: The Policy Journal for the Health Sphere - 2003 - v. 22, no. 1, pp. 280-281 [View publication] [Show/Hide Abstract]
  Abstract: We have just completed a secondary analysis of Vermont registered nurse (RN) re-licensure surveys and find a sharp contrast to Julie Sochalski's (Sep/Oct 02) findings that males are uniformly less satisfied. In our (not yet published) study, males were not significantly more likely than females were to be intending to leave their positions (23 percent versus 20 percent). Similarly, stepwise logistical regression didn't support gender as a predictor of intention to leave. However, males who were intending to leave their current position were more likely than women to be doing so for reasons related to "job dissatisfaction"-75 percent versus 51 percent, respectively. Among dissatisfied nurses, males cited "dissatisfaction with salary" most often. Intention to leave for reasons of career advancement was virtually identical for males (6.3 percent) and females (6.2 percent). In a separate analysis of licensed practical nurses, males were more likely to be intending to leave their position for career advancement. Overall, Sochalski's conclusions are supported by these findings. The role of gender socialization, however, isn't easily elucidated in national or state databases. The extent to which males feel more comfortable voicing dissatisfaction related to wages is unclear. But it is reasonable to conclude that females in "helping" professions are more reluctant to voice such dissatisfaction. Voiced or not, dissatisfaction exists, as evidenced in our study by the marked contrast in the intention to leave for career advancement versus job dissatisfaction. The career ladders, flexible hours, better wages, and more satisfying workplace conditions advocated by Sochalski would be a positive first step.
  
• Danigelis, N.; McIntosh, B. R. - "Gender's Effect on the Relationships Linking Older American's Resources and Financial Satisfaction" (Refereed) - Research on Aging - 2001 - v. 23, no. 4, pp. 410-428 [View publication] [Show/Hide Abstract]
  Abstract: This article tests the assumptions that the effect of resources on the financial satisfaction of older Americans is consistent (1) for different measures of income and wealth and (2) for men and women. Data are from a weighted subsample of those 65 and older from Waves I (1986) and II (1989) of the Americans' Changing Lives Panel Study. Multivariate analyses contradict both assumptions with the following statistically significant findings: (1) Financial satisfaction in 1986 and not receiving food stamps are stronger predictors of financial satisfaction for men, whereas having interest and retirement/pension incomes are more important for women; and (2) a lowered number of chronic ailments is more important for women, whereas having a surviving spouse is more important for men. Findings support both George's ideas of "control" and "illusion of control" and Moen's ideas about gender-specific patterns of status transitions.
  
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Activity and Affect: Feeling Good about What We Do" - Ruggles House Newsletter - 1997 - pp. April
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Older Workers are Winners" - Vermont Maturity - 1997 - no. February,
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Workforce 2020: Work and Workers in the 21st Century: A Review" (Refereed) - Workforce Bulletin: Summer - 1997
• McIntosh, B. R.; Chen, Z.; Lawson, R. B.; Gordon, L. R. - "Groupthink: Deciding with the Leader and the Devil" (Refereed) - The Psychological Record - 1996 - v. 46, no. 4, pp. 581-590 [View publication] [Show/Hide Abstract]
  Abstract: Identifies the impact of leadership style and devil's advocacy upon the decision process, decision outcome quality and groupthink symptoms for decision making groups. Completion of the Lost at Sea decision making task by undergraduate business students; Positive impact of participative leadership.
  
• McIntosh, B. R.; Danigelis, N. - "Race, Gender, and the Relevance of Productive Activity for Elders Affect" (Refereed) - Journal of Gerontology: Social Sciences - 1995 - no. 50B (4), pp. S229-S239
• McIntosh, B. R.; Danigelis, N. - "The Complicated Fit Between Productive Activity and Well-Being Among Elders" - Journal of Gerontology: Social Sciences - 1995
• Danigelis, N.; McIntosh, B. R. - "Resources and the Productive Activity of Elders: Race and Gender as Contexts" (Refereed) - The Journals of Gerontology - 1993 - v. 48, no. 4, pp. S192-S203 [View publication] [Show/Hide Abstract]
  Abstract: Resources and the productive activity of elders: race and gender as contexts.
  
• Anderson, J.; McIntosh, B. R. - "An Anlaysis of the Tax and Incentive Considerations Involved in Employee Leasing" - The Journal of the American Taxation Association - 1988
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Employee Leasing Issues - Labor Law Journal" (Refereed) - 1988 [Show/Hide Abstract]
  Abstract: Reprinted in Business Strategies 36, 1987. Reprinted in Human Resources Yearbook 1988 Edit
  
• Gurdon, M. A.; McIntosh, B. R. - "Management Values and Health and Safety Performance: Lessons from Britain, France and New Zealand" (Refereed) - International Journal of Management - 1988 - v. 5, no. 2,
• Pease, D.; McIntosh, B. R. - "Corporate Philanthropy: A Theoretical Model and Empirical Test" (Refereed) - Northeast Business and Economics Association Proceedings - 1987
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Employee Leasing Issues: Employer Determination and Liability Considerations" - Labor Law Journal - 1987 - no. 38 (1),
• Durett, C.; McIntosh, B. R. - "Human Resource Policy Development: Linking Culture and Control" - 1987
• Posey, P.; McIntosh, B. R.; Parke, E. L. - "Preparing Public Service Agencies for Strategic Planning" (Refereed) - International Journal of Public Administration - 1987 - no. 10 (5),
• Posey, P. A.; McIntosh, B. R.; Parke, E. - "Preparing Public Service Agencies for Strategic Planning" (Refereed) - International Journal of Public Administration - 1987 - v. 10, no. 5,
• McIntosh, B. R.; Gurdon, M. A. - "Factors Influencing Health and Safety Performance in New Zealand" (Refereed) - Journal of Industrial Relations - 1986 - v. 28, no. 4, pp. 521-533 [View publication] [Show/Hide Abstract]
  Abstract: Multiple environmental pressures, both internal and external to the organization, are examined as factors influencing the administration of health and safety programmes and subsequent accident performance. Data were collected from seven industrial sectors in New Zealand. Those firms with better safety records indicated that the most influential factors shaping their policies included government rules and regulations and demonstrated employee concerns and demands. The quality of the relationship with the union and the locus of enterprise ownership also play a significant role in the effectiveness of health and safety administration.
  
• Gurdon, M. A.; McIntosh, B. R. - "Management Values and Health and Safety Performance: Lessons From Three Countries" (Refereed) - Human Resources Management and Organization Behavior Proceedings - 1986
• McIntosh, B. R. - "The Aging Work Force in New England: Policy Implications" (Refereed) - 1986
• McIntosh, B. R. - "The Aging Work Force in New England: Policy Implications" (Refereed) - Northeast Business and Economics Association Proceedings - 1986
• McIntosh, B. R.; Posey, P.; Parke, E. - "Human Resource Systems in Public Sector Strategic Planning" (Refereed) - Human Resources Management and Organizational Behavior Proceedings. - 1985
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Employment Subsidies: An Examination of TJTC and State Extensions in New England" - Northeast Journal of Business and Economics - 1984
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Employment Tax Credits: An Analysis of Employer Response in an Isolated Labor Market," (Refereed) - Northeast Business and Economic Association Proceedings - 1984
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Integrating Human Resource Planning Approaches: An Application of Exponential Smoothing" (Refereed) - Southern Management Association Proceedings - 1984
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Managerial Perceptions and Safety Performance Among Domestic and Foreign Owned Corporations in New Zealand" (Refereed) - Administrative Sciences Association of Canada Proceedings - 1984
• McIntosh, B. R.; Settle, T. - "Private-Public Sector Linkages: An Alternative Strategy to Labor Acquisition" (Refereed) - Thrust: Journal of Employment and Training Professionals - 1984 - v. 4, no. 1,
• Stone, D.; Gueutal, H.; McIntosh, B. R. - "The Effects of Feedback Sequence and Expertise of the Rater on Perceptions of Feedback Accuracy" (Refereed) - Personnel Psychology - 1984 - v. 37, no. 3, pp. 487-506 [View publication] [Show/Hide Abstract]
  Abstract: Using a 2 x 2 experimental design, the present study examined the main and interactive effects of feedback sequence (negative-positive vs. positive-negative) and expertise of the rater (high vs. low) on perceptions of feedback accuracy. In addition, the study assessed the moderating effects of locus of control and self-esteem on the relationship between feedback sequence and perceived feedback accuracy. Results indicate that the order in which positive or negative feedback is presented affects perceived feedback accuracy. Moreover, results suggest that feedback sequence interacts with the expertise of the rater to affect perceptions of feedback accuracy. In addition, the findings suggest that both locus of control and self-esteem moderate the relationship between feedback sequence and perceived feedback accuracy. Implications of the study's findings for presenting feedback in performance appraisal/feedback sessions are discussed.
  
• McIntosh, B. R.; Settle, T. - "Coalition Formation within Industries: A Strategy for Dealing with Niche Decline and Inter-organizational Dependence" (Refereed) - Southern Management Association Proceedings - 1983
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Employment Tax Credits: Employers' Perception and Usage" (Refereed) - Contribution of Theory and Research to the Practice of Management, Southern Management Associatio - 1982
• McIntosh, B. R.; Settle, T. - "Human Resource Acquisition from Local Labor Markets: An Inter-organizational Network Perspective" (Refereed) - The Relationship Between Theory, Research and Practice: An Assessment of Fundamental Problems and Their Possible Resolution, Southern Management Association - 1981
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Human Resources Planning Data Base: Driftwood Furniture Company" - 1981 [Show/Hide Abstract]
  Abstract: Computerized data base for simulated human resources planning problem-solving
  

Journal Article, Professional Journal

• Palumbo, M.; McIntosh, B. R.; Rambur, B.; Naud, S. - "Retaining an Aging Nurse Workforce: Perceptions of Human Resource Practices" (Refereed) - Nursing Economics - 2008

Conference Proceeding

• McIntosh, B. R.; Danigelis, N. - "Changes in the Determinants of Financial Satisfaction Among Those 65 and Older: Results from the General Social Surveys" - Gerontological Society of America - 2008
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Commitment and Retention: Older Nurses Compared to Their Younger Colleagues" - Gerontological Society of America - 2008
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Cutting Edge HR: Managing an Aging Workforce" (Refereed) - Fifth Innovative Teaching in Human Resources and Industrial Relations Conference - 2008
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Multiple Generations: Management Perspectives" (Refereed) - NCOA/MWA Workforce Summit - 2008
• McIntosh-Frenzen, M.; McIntosh, B. R.; Palumbo, M.; Rambur, B. - "Recruiting Health Care Professionals: Marketing Career Preference Characteristics" (Refereed) - Association for Marketing & Health Care Research - 2008
• McIntosh, B. R.; Palumbo, M. V.; Wu, G.; Shaner-McCrae, H.; Rambur, B. - "Tai Chi for Older Nurses: A Workplace Wellness Pilot Study" - 2008
• Palumbo, M.; Wu, G.; Shaner-McCrae, H.; McIntosh, B. R.; Rambur, B. - "A Workplace Wellness Tai Chi Offering - a Description of the Older Nurse Participants" (Refereed) - 18th International Nursing Research Congress - 2007
• Shaner-McRae, H.; Palumbo, M.; Wu, G.; McIntosh, B. R.; Rambur, B.; Callas, P. - "Engaging Nurses in Workforce Research: A Tai Chi Wellness Pilot Study" (Refereed) - 34th Annual Meeting and Conference - 2007
• McIntosh, B. R.; Palumbo, M.; Rambur, B. - "Gender Differences in the Perceptions of an Ideal Career and Perceptions of Nursing" (Refereed) - 18th International Nursing Research Congress - 2007 [View publication] [Show/Hide Abstract]
  Abstract: This survey design study sought to understand gender similarities and differences among young adults' perception of an ideal career and their perception of nursing. A convenience sample of 71 females and 45 males ages 18-24 were recruited at job fairs and community events between January and September 2005. The setting was one US metropolitan statistical area within a rural, northeastern state and two more rural adjacent communities. The survey instrument, developed by May et al. and used with permission, measures 17 parallel items on a 5 point Likert scale. It has been assessed for reliability (coefficient alpha .81-.84) and content validity by a panel of experts. Data were analyzed with descriptive statistics, followed by paired t-tests with Bonferoni adjusted alpha significance at p < 0.0028. Marked differences by gender emerged. Women perceived nursing as differing from their ideal career in the areas of "being appreciated" (nursing less than ideal), "work with hands" (nursing more than ideal), safe workplace (nursing less than ideal), and uses technology (nursing more than ideal). Conversely, for men the differences between an ideal career and nursing were not statistically significant in these areas. Instead, men saw nursing as less than the ideal in the area of "needs a college degree," a perception women did not share. Overall, nursing was more consistent with an ideal career for men than women. Both men and women, however, saw nursing as busier than the ideal career, offering less decision-making, and fewer financial rewards.??Implications for evidence-base recruitment, workplace personnel strategies, and policy are discussed.
  
• Palumbo, M.; Rambur, B.; McIntosh, B. R. - "Health and Safety of a Statewide Aging Nurse Workforce" (Refereed) - 34th Annual Meeting and Conference - 2007
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Human Resource Practices that Retain Older Nurses" (Refereed) - NCOA/ASA Joint Conference - 2007
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Mentoring: Creating a Program to Build Commitment in the Next Generation" (Refereed) - NCOA/ASA Joint Conference - 2007
• McIntosh, B. R.; Rambur, B.; Palumbo, M. V. - "Nurse Occupational and Organizational Commitment Retention Tools Grounded in Evidence" (Refereed) - 18th International Nursing Research Congress - 2007 [View publication] [Show/Hide Abstract]
  Abstract: Aim: Building occupation and organization commitment may be a useful approach to help stem the flow of nurses from the workplace, particularly given predicted labor shortages. This survey research was designed to explore 1) the strength of the components of occupational identification and 2) organizational commitment (including affective, normative and continuance commitment) and 3) the relationship between this commitment and intention to remain working for three age cohorts: <40, 40-54, and 55+. Methods: All nurses in 12 U.S. rural healthcare organizations (692 in 4 hospitals, 400 in 7 home health agencies, and 7 in 1 long term care facility) were surveyed. Measures included Occupation Commitment (Myer, 1997), Organizational Commitment (Allen & Meyer, 1990), demographic information, and self-reports of intention to remain in the organization and intention to remain in the profession. Data (n= 583) were analyzed using univariate and multivariate regression techniques. Results: The older the nurse, the later the expected retirement age. In all three age cohorts, nurses reported that nursing is key to their pride and self-image. Their unwillingness to change professions, however, was related much more strongly to the costs associated with such a change than to a sense of responsibility or obligation to the profession. For all three age cohorts, normative commitment was most important. Respondents reported being particularly concerned about what others think about their organization. Nurses 55+ reported the highest levels of affective commitment and continuance commitment was nominally lower. A sense of community and co-worker relations did not contribute to retention. Discussion: Findings about the components of organization commitment in this study suggest that management needs to value the nurse's contributions, show concern for the individual, and be willing to be flexible if that nurse needs help. Further implications for evidence-based retention strategies are discussed.
  
• McIntosh, B. R.; Palumbo, M. V.; Rambur, B. - "Retaining Older Nurses - Pay Attention to Perceptions" - 2007
• McIntosh, B. R.; Danigelis, N. - "Retirement: Revisiting the Definition" (Refereed) - Gerontological Society of America - 2007
• Wilcke, B.; McIntosh, B. R. - "Assessing Laboratory Quality Systems in a Rural State" (Refereed) - Academy Health Proceedings - 2006 - no. June,
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Bringing Out the Best: Strategies to Manage a Mature Workforce" (Refereed) - American Society on Aging/National Council on the Aging - 2006
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Do Hours of Work Matter for Mental Health in the Pre-Retirement Years?" (Refereed) - Gerontological Society of America - 2006
• McIntosh, B. R.; Wilcke, B.; Palumbo, M. V.; Rambur, B. - "Linking Occupational Commitment to Retention: Evidence from Laboratorians" (Refereed) - American Public Health Association Proceedings - 2006
• Palumbo, M. V.; McIntosh, B. R.; Rambur, B. - "Measuring the Nursing Workforce: Clarifying Definitions" (Refereed) - The 4th National Conference of State Nursing Workforce Centers: Taking the Long View: From Evidence to Policy - 2006
• McIntosh, B. R.; Rambur, B.; Palumbo, M. V. - "Anticipated Employment: A Comparison of RN Cohorts" (Refereed) - XVIII World Congress of Gerontology - 2005
• McIntosh, B. R.; Palumbo, M. V.; Rambur, B. - "Do "Inactive"; Nurses Represent a Significant Potential Labor Pool in 2004?" (Refereed) - Eastern Nursing Research Society - 2005 - no. April,
• McIntosh, B. R.; Palumbo, M. V. - "Gold Star Employer Program: Rewarding Recruitment and Retention Efforts in Vermont's Nursing Homes" (Refereed) - National Conference of Nursing Workforce Leaders - 2005 - no. April,
• Palumbo, M. V.; Fothergill, A.; Rambur, A.; McIntosh, B. R. - "Inactive Nurses Interest in Emergency Preparedness" (Refereed) - Eastern Nurses Research Society - 2005
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Inactive Nurses: Professional Commitment and Re-Entry Potential" (Refereed) - The Gerontologist: Program Proceedings of the Gerontological Society of America - 2005 - no. November,
• Palumbo, M. V.; Reinier, K.; McIntosh, B. R.; Rambur, B. - "Job Satisfaction and Job Involvement of Male and Female Nurses" (Refereed) - Eastern Nursing Research Society - 2005 - no. April,
• Palumbo, M. V.; Rambur, B.; McIntosh, B. R. - "Older Nurses: Satisfaction, Setting Preference, and Intention to Leave" (Refereed) - XVIII World Congress of Gerontology - 2005 - no. June,
• McIntosh, B. R.; Danigelis, N. - "Paid Work as a Contributor to Mental Health in the Pre-Retirement Years" (Refereed) - The Gerontologist: Program Proceedings Gerontological Society of America - 2005 - no. November,
• Rambur, B.; Palumbo, M. V.; McIntosh, B. R. - "Re-engaging the Inactive Nurse: What Benefits Matter?" (Refereed) - Eastern Nursing Research Society - 2005 - no. April,
• Cohen, J.; Palumbo, M. V.; McIntosh, B. R.; Rambur, B. - "The Dance of Enhancing the Nurse Work Environment" (Refereed) - Eastern Nursing Research Society - 2005 - no. April,
• Rambur, B.; Palumbo, M. V.; McIntosh, B. R. - "The Nursing Home RN: Quality Implications, Supply/Demand Realities" (Refereed) - XVIII World Congress of Gerontology - 2005 - no. June,
• Rambur, B.; McIntosh, B. R.; Palumbo, M. V.; Reinier, K. - "Nurse Years and Job Satisfaction: Is There a Return on Educational Investment?" (Refereed) - Eastern Nursing Research Society - 2004 - pp. April
• Suneson, C.; McIntosh, B. R.; Fisher, G. C.; Sterns, H.; Lax, G. - "Occupational Physical Demands: Boom or Bane for the Well-Being of Older Workers" (Refereed) - The Gerontologist - 2004 - no. 44,
• McIntosh, B. R.; Rambur, B.; Palumbo, M. V. - "RN Retention: The Importance of Job Characteristics by Age Cohort" (Refereed) - The Gerontologist: Program Proceedings - 2004 - pp. 43
• McIntosh, B. R. - "The Healthcare Workforce in Crisis: Meeting Future Needs through Recruitment and Retention" (Refereed) - Joint Conference of the American Society on Aging & The National Council on Aging Proceedings. - 2004
• Danigelis, N.; McIntosh, B. R. - "The Influence of Work Status on Negative Affect Among Gender and Race Subgroups: Results from the 1992 and 2002 HRS Waves" (Refereed) - The Gerontologist: Program Proceedings - 2004 - no. 43,
• McIntosh, B. R.; Sterns, H.; Suneson, C. - "When the Going Gets Tough...Nurses Stay" (Refereed) - The Gerontologist: Program Proceedings - 2004 - v. 43,
• McIntosh, B. R.; Reinier, K.; Palumbo, M. V.; Rambur, B. - "Job Characteristics as Predictors of Career Engagement in Older Nurses" (Refereed) - The Gerontologist: Program Proceedings - 2003 - v. 43, no. October,
• McIntosh, B. R.; Danigelis, N. - "Perceived Age Discrimination in the Workplace" (Refereed) - The Gerontologist: Program Proceedings - 2003 - pp. 43
• Palumbo, M. V.; Reinier, K.; McIntosh, B. R.; Kolodinsky, J.; Keleher, K.; Rambur, B.; Ashikaga, T.; Hurowitz, L. - "Redesigning Health Workforce Assessment in Vermont" (Refereed) - Taking the Long View: A Gathering of State Nursing Workforce Centers - 2003 - no. April,
• McIntosh, B. R.; Palumbo, M. V.; Rambur, B.; Mongeon, J.; Reinier, K. - "The Older Nurse: Strategies for Retention" (Refereed) - Association of Nurse Executives (AONE) Proceedings - 2003
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Working Together: Managing Across Age Cohorts" (Refereed) - National Council on the Aging/American Society on Aging Conference - 2003
• McIntosh, B. R.; Danigelis, N. - "Job Satisfaction Determinants for Older Workers" (Refereed) - The Gerontologist: Program Abstracts - Gerontological Society of America - 2002 - v. 42,
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Reshaping Our Work as We Age" (Refereed) - Vermont State Nurses Association - 2002
• Danigelis, N.; McIntosh, B. R. - "The Differential Influence of Work and Home on Positive Affect During Pre-Retirement Years by Race" (Refereed) - The Gerontologist: Program Abstracts - Gerontological Society of America - 2002
• McIntosh, B. R.; Danigelis, N. - "Affect Determinants During Pre-Retirement Years: Differences Between Married and Unmarrieds" - The Gerontologist: Program Abstracts - Gerontological Society of America - 2001 - no. 41,
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Factors Contributing to Older Dislocated Worker Placement" - The Gerontologist: Program Abstracts - 2000 - v. 40,
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Gender and Employment Status as Contexts for Understanding Financial Satisfaction During the Early Retirement Years" (Refereed) - The Gerontologist: Program Abstracts - 1999 - v. 39,
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Job Characteristics as Determinants of Older Workers' Employment Satisfaction" - The Gerontologist: Program Abstracts - 1999 - v. 39,
• Danigelis, N.; McIntosh, B. R. - "Health, Wealth and The Financial Satisfaction of Men and Women Living Alone: Results From the First Wave of the HRS Panel Study" (Refereed) - 1998
• Danigelis, N.; McIntosh, B. R. - "Health, Wealth and the Financial Satisfaction of Men and Women Living Alone: Results From the First Wave of the HRS Panel Study" (Refereed) - Gerontological Society of America Proceedings - 1998 - v. 38,
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Why Older Workers' Commitment to Job May Not Prolong Their Employment" (Refereed) - 1998
• McIntosh, B. R.; Danigelis, N. - "Why Older Workers' Commitment to Job May Not Prolong Their Employment" (Refereed) - Gerontological Society of America Proceedings - 1998 - v. 38,
• McIntosh, B. R.; Danigelis, N. - "One Stop Shops: Are Older Workers Beng Served?" - Gerontological Society of America Proceedings - 1997 - v. 37,
• McIntosh, B. R.; Danigelis, N. - "The Salience of Domain-Specific Satisfaction for Understanding Elders' Affect: Race and Gender Differences" - Gerontological Society of America Proceedings - 1997 - v. 37,
• McIntosh, B. R.; Danigelis, N. - "Gender as a Context for Understanding Continuation of Productive Activity" - Gerontological Society of America Proceedings - 1996 - v. 36, pp. November
• McIntosh, B. R.; Danigelis, N. - "Assets as a Context for Predicting Elders' Productive Activity" - Gerontological Society of America Proceedings - 1995 - no. November,
• McIntosh, B. R.; Danigelis, N. - "Gender, Age and Elders' Financial Satisfaction: Results from the First Two Waves of the ACL Panel Study" - Gerontological Society of America Proceedings - 1995 - pp. November
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Retirement Redefined: Job Stopping Age Cohort Models" - Northeast Business and Economics Association Proceedings - 1995 - no. September,
• Danigelis, N.; McIntosh, B. R. - "Age Contrasts in Productive Activity Through a Multiple Jeopardy Perspective" - Gerontological Society of America Proceedings - 1994 - no. November 1994,
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Productive Activity Contributes to Older American's Self-Esteem, But Only If One Is Black" - Gerontological Society of America Proceedings - 1994 - pp. November
• McIntosh, B. R.; Danigelis, N. - "How Race and Gender Mediate the Relationship Between Elders Resources and Productive Activity and Their Financial Satisfaction" - The Gerontologist - 1993 - no. 33,
• McIntosh, B. R.; Gurdon, M. A. - "Large Group Decision Making: Computer Feedback and Participant Satisfaction" (Refereed) - Northeast Business and Economics Association Conference Proceedings - 1993 - no. September,
• McIntosh, B. R.; Greller, M.; Kauffman, N. - "The Aging Labor Force: Curriculum Issues and Linkages with Private Sector Training" - Association for Gerontology in Higher Education - 1993 - no. March,
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Employer Needs and Public Policy: A Mismatch for Older Workers" - National Council on the Aging Proceedings - 1992 - no. May,
• McIntosh, B. R.; Lyons, T. - "Managerial Roles In Interorganization Relationships: A Theoretical Integration" - Northeast Business and Economics Association Proceedings - 1992 - no. September,
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Race and Gender Differences in Productive Activity's Effects on Well-Being Among Elders" - Gerontological Society of America Proceedings - 1992 - no. November,
• McIntosh, B. R.; Rizvi, L. - "Valuing Workforce Diversity: A Review of Corporate Practices and the Literature" - Northeast Business and Economics Association Proceedings - 1992 - no. September,
• McIntosh, B. R.; Danigelis, N. - "Continuity Theory and Patterns in Productive Activity by Race and Gender After Age 55" - Gerontological Society of America Proceedings - 1991 - no. November,
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Human Resource Policy Implementation: Implications for Organization Culture" - Northeast Business and Economics Association Proceedings - 1991 - no. November,
• Shirland, L. E.; Kraushaar, J. M.; McIntosh, B. R.; Posey, P.; Gurdon, M. A. - "Impact Probability: A Group Decision Support Process" (Refereed) - Proceedings of the First International Meeting of Decision Sciences Institute - 1991 - pp. 138-141
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Employer Flexibility and the Aging Workforce" - Northeast Business and Economics Association Proceedings - 1990 - no. November,
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Older Worker Employment: Free Market, Assistance or Subsidization?" - National Council on the Aging Proceedings - 1990 - no. April,
• Parke, E.; Posey, P.; McIntosh, B. R. - "Responding to Reaganomics: Are New England Public Service Agencies Ready for Strategic Planning?" (Refereed) - Annual Conference of the Northeast Business and Economics Association - 1985 - v. Proceedings,
• Gurdon, M. A.; McIntosh, B. R. - "Managerial Perceptions and Safety Performance Among Domestic and Foreign-Owned Corporations in New Zealand" (Refereed) - Proceedings of the Administrative Sciences Associatin of Canada - 1984

Book, Chapter in Scholarly Book-New

• McIntosh, B. R. - "Maximizing Post-Retirement Labor Market Opportunities - Discussion" (Refereed) - Policy Issues in Work and Retirement - 1983 , Kalamazoo, Michigan: W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research

Book, Scholarly-Revised

• McIntosh, B. R. - "An Employer's Guide to Older Workers: How to Win Them Back and Convince Them to Stay" (Refereed) - U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration - 2001 - pp. 41 pp , Washington, DC [View publication] [Show/Hide Abstract]
  Abstract: Older workers are a resource we can no longer afford to waste! Projected tight labor markets require us to better use our experienced mature workers. This does not mean business as usual, however. We must change our strategies and practices in the 3R's.
  

Book, Scholarly-New

• McIntosh, B. R. - "Pharmacist Legacy Mentoring: Focus Group(s) Exploration" (Refereed) - CVS Pharmacy - 2006
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Supervisor's Guide: Managing Aging Workers" (Refereed) - U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration - 2001
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Dislocated Older Worker Demonstration Program Research Results (Monographs)" - U.S. Department of Labor (Agreement N-6300-7-00-87-60) - 1999
• McIntosh, B. R. - "The Changing Workforce: Age Within the Context of Diversity" - U.S. Competitiveness and The Aging American Workforce - 1993 , Washington, D.C
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Accident Compensation as a Factor Influencing Managerial Perceptions and Behavior in New Zealand" (Refereed) - Current Issues in Workers' Compensation - 1986 , Kalamazoo, Michigan: W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research.

Research Report

• McIntosh, B. R. - "Age discrimination in the Workplace: Evidence and Remedies" - 2005
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Age discrimination in the Workplace: Evidence and Remedies" - 2004
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Dislocated Older Worker Demonstration Program Research Results" (Refereed) - 1999
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Ageism Affecting The Hiring and Employment of Older Workers" - Vermont Advisory Committee, United States Commission on Civil Rights. - 1991
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Academic Honesty: An Analysis of Disciplinary Rulings" (Refereed) - University of Vermont - 1990
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Human Resource Planning: Faculty Supply Issues" (Refereed) - University of Vermont - 1990
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Human Resource Policy Manual and Supporting Documentation" (Refereed) - New England Digital - 1987
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Organization Assessment: Data Analysis and Recommendations" (Refereed) - U.S. Postal Service - 1987
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Assessment of the JTPA Title V (Wagner-Peyser) Amendments in the State of Massachusetts" (Refereed) - Evaluation Research Report - Macro Systems, Department of Labor Contract, Phase II Analysis Report - 1985
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Managing the Older Worker: Management Development Curriculum" - Department of Community Affairs - 1985
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Assessment of the JTPA Title V (Wagner-Peyser) Amendments in the State of Massachusetts," (Refereed) - Evaluation Research Report - Macro Systems, Department of Labor Contract, Phase I Analysis Report - 1984
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Managing the Older Worker: Management Development Curriculum" (Refereed) - Department of Community Affairs - 1984
• McIntosh, B. R. - "The Additional Jobs Programme in New Zealand: Data Summary" (Refereed) - Report for the Division of Research and Planning, Department of Labour - 1983
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Employment Tax Credits: An Analysis of the Targeted Jobs Tax Credit Program in New Jersey" - Center for Human Resources, Rutgers University and New Jersey Employment and Training Council - 1981
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Assessment of CETA After the 1987 Reauthorization: New York City" - Field Research Associates Summary Report, Employment and Training Evaluation Project, Bureau of Social Science Research - 1980
• McIntosh, B. R.; Settle, T. - "Inter-organizational Networks in Employment and Training Delivery Systems: Middlesex and Monmouth Counties" (Refereed) - Center for Human Resources, Rutgers University and New Jersey Employment and Training Council - 1980
• McIntosh, B. R.; Fox, M.; Goldstein, J. - "The Aging Workforce: Policy Implications for New Jersey" (Refereed) - Center for Human Resources, Rutgers University and New Jersey Employment and Training Council - 1980
• Ullman, J.; McIntosh, B. R. - "The Operation of Prime Sponsors and the Role of the Public Employment Service Under the Comprehensive Employment and Training Act: The Indiana Experience" - Krannert Graduate School of Management Working Paper, Purdue University - 1977

Material Regarding New Courses/Curricula

• McIntosh, B. R.; Rizvi, L. - "Managing Cultural Diversity: A Summary" (Refereed) - Managing Cultural Diversity: A Summary - 1991

Book, Non-Scholarly-New

• McIntosh, B. R. - "Understanding Labor Markets and Productive Activity Through Race and Gender" (Refereed) - Aging and Competition: Rebuilding the U.S. Workforce - 1994 , Washington D.C: The National Council on the Aging, Inc. and the National Planning Association

Broadcast Media

• McIntosh, B. R. - "Changing Labor Markets: Managing Older Workers - VIDEO" - National Council on the Aging - 2000
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Changing the Ground Rules" - Developing Labor Management Partnerships that Improve Service and Cut Costs - 1999

Book, Chapter in Non-Scholarly Book-Revised

• McIntosh, B. R.; Caro, F. - "Brief Bibliography: Employment and Aging, 1995, 2001" (Refereed) - Association for Gerontology in Higher Education - 2003 , 3rd Edition/REVISED

Monograph

• McIntosh, B. R. - "Job Content and Age Discrimination" (Refereed) - Expert Testimony - Federal Court - 2002

Other

• McIntosh, B. R.; Jones, D. A. - "Pharmacist Legacy Mentoring Survey" - CVS/Pharmacy Caremark - 2008
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Workforce Planning: Aging and Employment" (Refereed) - Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) - 2008 - pp. 250
• McIntosh, B. R. - "An Employer's Guide to Older Workers: How to Win Them Back and Convince Them to Stay" (Refereed) - 2004 [Show/Hide Abstract]
  Abstract: Originally in US Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration
  
• McIntosh, B. R. - "An Employer's Guide to Older Workers: How to Win Them Back and Convince Them to Stay" (Refereed) - 2002 [Show/Hide Abstract]
  Abstract: Originally in US Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration
  
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Training and Developing a Results-Oriented Staff - Video" - Improving Productivity in Local Government - 1999
• McIntosh, B. R. - "Managing Cultural Diversity: A Summary" - 1991 - pp. September