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Adnan S, Sarfaraz S, Ali SK, Abid F. Characteristics and motivational factors of candidates applying to the Master in Health Professions Education (MHPE) program. J Taibah Univ Med Sci 2024; 19:720-727. [PMID: 39027119 PMCID: PMC11255365 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtumed.2024.06.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2023] [Revised: 04/22/2024] [Accepted: 06/02/2024] [Indexed: 07/20/2024] Open
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Objective To determine characteristics and motivational factors of applicants applying for MHPE program at a Public-sector University, Karachi. Methods This cross-sectional descriptive study, conducted from September till October 2022, included all 60 applicants of MHPE program at Jinnah Sindh Medical University. The survey questionnaire was administered (google form) and comprised questions seeking demographic information, few questions with options to select and 34 statements to be responded on 5-point scale. One open-ended question asking motivational factor/s. Data was analyzed using SPSS and independent sample t-test was used to determine the differences between groups of applicants based on demographic factors. Results 48 participants responded, mean age was 35.8 ± 7.3 years, with predominantly males (81.3%), graduates of medical and dental programs (n = 29), and employed in medical education departments (n = 36). Most of the applicants wanted to join the program to improve their teaching skills, especially psychomotor skills teaching (96%) and educational research [90%]. Majority (64.6%) learned about the program through peers, whereas 29.9% independently chose to pursue the program. Their primary motivation stemmed from their inability to secure admission elsewhere and the belief that minimal effort was needed to acquire the degree (mean score 4.58 ± 0.87 and 4.42 ± 0.94), respectively. For medical and dental graduates, comparable responses emerged, displaying a statistically significant correlation (p < 0.05). However, there was mutual disagreement regarding the program's structure and faculty as motivating factors. Conclusion Primary motivations to earn an MHPE degree were to improve teaching skills. Motivations to apply to this particular program was the failure to be accepted elsewhere and the perception that minimal efforts were needed to complete this program. The program goals and purpose need to be better propagated along with changes in the admission processes in order to encourage those individuals to apply who are motivated to pursue medical education as a career.
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- Samira Adnan
- Department of Operative Dentistry, Sindh Institute of Oral Health Science, Jinnah Sindh Medical University, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Department of Medical Education, Altamash Institute of Dental Medicine, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Institute of Medical Education, Jinnah Sindh Medical University, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Physiology Department, Jinnah Sindh Medical University, Karachi, Pakistan
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Chew HSJ, Ang WHD, Rusli KDB, Liaw SY, Ang NKE, Lau Y. Development and psychometric properties testing of the Non-Cognitive Skills Scale for nursing students. NURSE EDUCATION TODAY 2024; 132:105996. [PMID: 37918191 DOI: 10.1016/j.nedt.2023.105996] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2023] [Revised: 10/01/2023] [Accepted: 10/18/2023] [Indexed: 11/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND Non-cognitive skills are crucial for nursing students to achieve their academic performance successfully and perform clinical practice effectively. Although different non-cognitive assessment tools have been established in various disciplines, few are focused on nursing students. OBJECTIVE The study aims to develop and psychometrically validate the Non-Cognitive Skills Scale (NCSS) for nursing students. DESIGN Qualitative and quantitative research design. SETTING One university in Singapore. PARTICIPANTS A total of 347 nursing educators and students participated in this study. METHODS A two-phase design was used. In the first phase, focus group discussions and literature reviews were conducted to generate the preliminary items of the NCSS. Content validity was established with an expert panel of 10 members, and the tool was pilot tested on 20 students. In the second phase, the number of items was reduced based on correlation coefficients and factor loading. The psychometric properties of the NCSS were tested on survey responses from 300 students. The Brief Resilience Scale, Trait Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire, and Big Five Inventory-10 were used to investigate concurrent and convergent validity. RESULTS A 39-item six-factor NCSS was developed with satisfactory model fit indices (χ2/df: 1.60, IFI: 0.92, TLI: 0.90, CFI: 0.92 and RMSEA: 0.05). Content validity was confirmed with a content validity index of 0.90. A pilot test was conducted to improve readability and clarity. Known-group validity discriminated against age and gender group differences in a predictable way. Concurrent validity and convergent validity were confirmed with acceptable correlation coefficients. Cronbach's α was 0.91, and test-retest reliability was 0.84. CONCLUSIONS The NCSS is a reliable and valid tool for assessing the non-cognitive attributes of nursing students. This scale can be considered an admission tool for selecting the suitability of nursing applicants for nursing programmes. Further validation of NCSS is needed using a longitudinal study design in multiple settings across countries.
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- Han Shi Jocelyn Chew
- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore.
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- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore.
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- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore.
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- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore.
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- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore; National University Health System, Singapore.
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- The Nethersole School of Nursing, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.
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Zhang Z, Yang C, Wang Y, Deng G, Chang J. Investigating the intentions and reasons of senior high school students in registering for nursing education in China. BMC Nurs 2023; 22:311. [PMID: 37700328 PMCID: PMC10496206 DOI: 10.1186/s12912-023-01480-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/09/2023] [Accepted: 09/04/2023] [Indexed: 09/14/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND A shortage of qualified nurses and their low level of educational qualifications hinders the development of global health services. Studies have proven the role of nursing education in addressing these problems. However, no related studies have focused on senior high school students in China. This study aimed to explore senior high school students' intentions to learn nursing and identify the factors influencing their decision-making processes. METHODS An anonymous questionnaire was distributed to 8050 senior high school students, which included questions regarding their demographic characteristics, obtaining nursing specialty information, cognition of the nursing occupation and the impact of the COVID-19 on the nursing profession. Descriptive calculation, the chi-square test and logistic regression were used for the analysis. RESULTS Only 0.73% of the participants had a clear intention to study nursing. Academic performance and family support were significant predictors of students' intentions to pursue nursing education. Students' interest in nursing specialties was associated with their choice. There was a positive correlation between cognition of nursing occupation and students' choice of nursing. Students' experience of the COVID-19 pandemic also had a positive impact on their nursing career choice. CONCLUSION This survey to some extent reflects the problem of nurses shortage in China. In addition, these findings may also provide a new perspective for predictors of nursing shortage and potential interventions.
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- Zhong Zhang
- Nursing Department, Shanghai General Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Nursing, Shanghai, 201620, China
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- Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, 200025, China
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- Nursing Department, Shanghai General Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Nursing, Shanghai, 201620, China
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- Trauma Center, Shanghai General Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, 201620, China
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- Nursing Department, Shanghai General Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Nursing, Shanghai, 201620, China.
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Teresa-Morales C, Rodríguez-Pérez M, Ramos-Pichardo JD. Reasons for choosing and completing nursing studies among incoming and outgoing students: A qualitative study. NURSE EDUCATION TODAY 2023; 125:105794. [PMID: 36934625 DOI: 10.1016/j.nedt.2023.105794] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/07/2022] [Revised: 03/02/2023] [Accepted: 03/09/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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BACKGROUND The shortage of nurses is causing instability and crisis in health systems and will continue. The WHO reinforced the importance of recruiting and retaining new students. Authors of various studies recommend the need to identify and understand the reasons for pursuing a nursing degree. OBJECTIVES To determine students' preference for nursing studies and to identify the reasons for choosing, continuing, and completing a bachelor's degree in nursing. DESIGN Qualitative, descriptive study. PARTICIPANTS 106 nursing students at the University of Huelva (Spain) participated during their first year (2017) and final year (2021) of the nursing degree. METHODS This study was conducted with the same group of students in two phases. Data were collected in writing in a document with open-ended questions and no maximum wordcount. The responses were analysed using content analysis. RESULTS A total of 76.4 % of participants stated that nursing had been their first choice. The main reasons for choosing a nursing degree were associated with fulfilment, and a desire to help others and interact with them. The reasons for completing their studies were primarily related to an interest in providing professional care, showing a deeper and more concrete knowledge of nursing care work. CONCLUSION For most participants, nursing was their first choice due to a strong intrinsic motivation related to self-satisfaction in helping others. The reasons for completing this degree had extrinsic motivations linked to nursing activity in hospital. Areas such as management, teaching, or research were not interesting to our students. Knowing the causes of this lack of interest could help us attract them to these areas.
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Martin R, Cartwright J, Bird ML. The Health Literacy of First Year Physiotherapy and Speech Pathology Students and Their Perceived Future Roles in Supporting Their Clients' Health Literacy. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2023; 20:6013. [PMID: 37297616 PMCID: PMC10253049 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20116013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/22/2023] [Revised: 05/12/2023] [Accepted: 05/25/2023] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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BACKGROUND Allied health professionals are well positioned to assess and support their clients' health literacy (HL); however, they report being deficient in HL knowledge and skills. OBJECTIVE To explore allied health students' HL and their perceptions of their roles in supporting clients' HL. DESIGN A mixed-methods cross-sectional study was undertaken in August 2022 amongst allied health students enrolled in graduate-entry masters programs at the University of Tasmania. Data collected included the Health Literacy Questionnaire (HLQ) (n = 30) and qualitative telephone interviews (n = 6). RESULTS Allied health students' confidence in the knowledge domain of the HLQ was rated as 28.57 from a maximum possible score of 50. Similarly, the students' confidence in the skills domain of the HLQ was rated as 14.87 from a maximum possible score of 25. Four themes were generated from the qualitative interviews: (1) valuing HL, (2) an innate part of their future roles, (3) contributors to their own HL, and (4) advocacy and their decision to study allied health. CONCLUSION This study provides a preliminary insight into the HL of allied health students and highlights the strong perception held by allied health students that supporting clients' HL is a large component of their future roles.
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- Romany Martin
- School of Health Sciences, University of Tasmania, Launceston, TAS 7250, Australia
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Zamanzadeh V, Ghahramanian A, Valizadeh L, Bagheriyeh F. Iranian nursing applicants' perception of the nursing profession: A qualitative study. Nurs Open 2023; 10:3728-3736. [PMID: 36710375 PMCID: PMC10170891 DOI: 10.1002/nop2.1629] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2022] [Revised: 12/16/2022] [Accepted: 01/13/2023] [Indexed: 01/31/2023] Open
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AIM This study was conducted to describe the perceptions of nursing applicants about their chosen profession and to explore the factors which influenced their understanding. DESIGN A qualitative study with a conventional content analysis design. METHODS Participants were 19 nursing applicants enrolling in nursing schools in three provinces of western Iran. Data were collected using semi-structured interviews. The content analysis of the interviews was done according to the steps proposed by Zhang and Wildemuth. RESULTS The mean age of participants was 20 years (SD = 2.5), and 11 of them (57.9%) were females. Participants understood the nature of nursing work to encompass only a limited level of independence; they viewed it as a feminine profession, and as a job with spiritual rewards. The perceived content of nursing work included providing help and patient care in the hospital with a focus on performing procedural tasks. Applicants' perceptions of nurses' characteristics included strong physical endurance, communication skills, emotional strength and low intellectual skills. The professional status of nursing was perceived simultaneously as having high job security but limited potential for career advancement and professional growth. The factors reported to influence applicants' perceptions were related to the media, academic-career counsellors, personal factors, and family and friends.
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- Vahid Zamanzadeh
- Department of Medical Surgical Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Medical Surgical Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Pediatric Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Medical Surgical Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Urmia University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Alboliteeh M, Grande RAN, Berdida DJE, Villagracia HN, Raguindin SM, AlAbd AMA. Parental authority as a mediator between career decision-making self-efficacy, career decision ambiguity tolerance, and career choice of nursing students: A path analysis. J Prof Nurs 2022; 42:178-186. [DOI: 10.1016/j.profnurs.2022.07.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2022] [Revised: 07/01/2022] [Accepted: 07/10/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Skillman SM, Johnson HM, Frogner BK. Pathways to Registered Nursing: Influences of Health-Related Work Experience and Education Financing. Policy Polit Nurs Pract 2022; 23:228-237. [PMID: 35989641 DOI: 10.1177/15271544221120205] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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A larger and more diverse registered nurse (RN) workforce in the U.S. is needed to meet growing demand and address social determinants of health and improve health equity. To improve understanding of pathways and barriers to becoming an RN, this study examined prior health care employment and financial assistance factors associated with completion of pre-licensure RN education programs, by initial entry degree (associate degree or bachelor of science in nursing) and across racial and ethnic groups, using the 2018 National Sample Survey of Registered Nurses. The study found higher percentages of associate degree-entry RNs held a health-related job prior to completing their initial RN program than did bachelor's degree entrants. Employer support for education financing as well as reliance on loans and scholarships increased among RNs graduating in 2000 and later, and reliance on self-financing was reported less frequently. Hispanic associate degree-entry RNs reported education financing from only federal loans more frequently compared with White RNs, and higher percentages of Black, multiracial, and "some other race" baccalaureate degree entry RNs accessed federal loans compared with White baccalaureate degree-entry RNs. These findings indicate diversifying the RN workforce should remain a priority to increase representation by underrepresented racial and ethnic groups. Equitable pathways into the RN profession will be facilitated and expedited through policies that overcome financial and social barriers that enable individuals from population groups underrepresented in the nursing workforce to identify with the RN role and route to the profession.
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- Susan M Skillman
- Center for Health Workforce Studies, 7284University of Washington, 4311 11th Ave NE, Suite 210, Seattle, WA 98105
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- Department of Health Systems and Population Health, 7284University of Washington, 3980 15th Ave NE, Fourth Floor, Box 351621, Seattle, WA 98195
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- Center for Health Workforce Studies, 7284University of Washington, 4311 11th Ave NE, Suite 210, Seattle, WA 98105
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Emire MS, Haile TG, Tesu M. Assessment of Students’ Attitudes Towards the Nursing Profession at Wolkite University, Ethiopia, 2021. NURSING: RESEARCH AND REVIEWS 2022. [DOI: 10.2147/nrr.s371365] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Connor J, Flenady T, Massey D, Dwyer T. Clinical judgement in nursing - An evolutionary concept analysis. J Clin Nurs 2022. [PMID: 35880251 DOI: 10.1111/jocn.16469] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/25/2022] [Revised: 06/08/2022] [Accepted: 07/04/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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AIMS The aim of this concept analysis was to develop a contemporary operational definition of Clinical Judgement in nursing. DESIGN Concept analysis. METHODS Rodgers' evolutionary method of concept analysis. Throughout the study, the authors followed the SRQR checklist. RESULTS This concept analysis guided the development of an operational definition of clinical judgement, within the context of nursing, articulated as Clinical judgement is a reflective and reasoning process that draws upon all available data, is informed by an extensive knowledge base and results in the formation of a clinical conclusion. CONCLUSION The purpose of this concept analysis was to propose a detailed definition of clinical judgement in nursing, that reflected its theoretical base within today's contemporary healthcare system. Using Rodgers' evolutionary method of concept analysis, surrogate terms, attributes, antecedents and consequences were identified, and a contemporary definition was developed. No patient or public contribution was required to design or undertake this research.
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- Justine Connor
- CQUniversity Australia, Brisbane City, Queensland, Australia
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- CQUniversity Australia, Brisbane City, Queensland, Australia
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- Southern Cross University, Lismore, New South Wales, Australia
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- CQUniversity Australia, Brisbane City, Queensland, Australia
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Hopkins J, Velez JCQ, Arthur JM, Janech MG. Are Undergraduates Familiar with Nephrology as a Medical Specialty? A Single Site Survey of Undergraduate Students. KIDNEY360 2022; 3:1332-1340. [PMID: 36176658 PMCID: PMC9416823 DOI: 10.34067/kid.0002472022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2022] [Accepted: 05/25/2022] [Indexed: 01/11/2023]
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Background Over the past decade, nephrology has experienced a 43% decline in the number of fellowship applicants. Previous studies examining why residents choose a fellowship program cite lack of exposure as a main factor having an effect against a career in nephrology; however, no studies have surveyed the undergraduate population to inquire whether they recognize nephrology as a medical specialty compared with other medical specialties. We conducted a survey at a primarily undergraduate institution in the Southeast United States to test whether undergraduate students identified the word "nephrology." Methods A total of 274 undergraduates responded to a survey that requested them to select every medical specialty that they recognized by name (15 real specialties and one fictitious specialty). Demographics regarding sex, race, collegiate level, high school location, premedical track, and household income were collected. Correlations between survey findings and rates of application and average salary per specialty were assessed. Results Out of 15 medical specialties, nephrology (29%) and pulmonology (40%) were the least recognized. Pediatrics (97%) and surgery (97%) ranked highest. Sex, race, collegiate level, and household income were not different between those students who recognized "nephrology" and those who did not. Premedical students were about twice as likely to have recognized nephrology versus nonpremedical students (49% versus 22%, respectively; P<0.001). STEM majors were about twice as likely to identify nephrology versus non-STEM majors (40% versus 20%, respectively; P<0.001). The proportion of undergraduate students who recognized a specific medical specialty significantly correlated only with the number of US applicants per fellowship position across different medical specialties in 2020 (P<0.05). Conclusions On the basis of word association alone, nephrology is the one of the least recognized specialties by undergraduates. The discrepancy between nephrology and other specialties highlights a gap in name recognition at an early career stage, even among premedical students.
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- Julia Hopkins
- Department of Biology, College of Charleston, Charleston, South Carolina
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- Department of Nephrology, Ochsner Medical Center, New Orleans, Louisiana,Ochsner Clinical School, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
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- Division of Nephrology, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas
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- Department of Biology, College of Charleston, Charleston, South Carolina
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Hsu MHK, Ye QH, Ling MH. Career Preferences among Nursing Students: A Cross-Sessional Study. SAGE Open Nurs 2022; 8:23779608221094538. [PMID: 35509432 PMCID: PMC9058337 DOI: 10.1177/23779608221094538] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/14/2021] [Revised: 02/14/2022] [Accepted: 03/29/2022] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Introduction It is estimated that mores nurses are needed in the future, nursing students’ career preferences are important to contribute the shortage of nursing manpower in Macao. Little is known regarding the preferences for nursing students’ career preferences and related factors among nursing students. Objective To explore and investigate the career preferences and related factors among nursing students in Macao. Methods A descriptive, cross-sectional survey study design was adopted to assess career preferences and related factors among nursing students in Macao. Results In total, 217 nursing students completed surveys. The most favorite career preferences among nursing students were community health nursing, paediatric nursing, medical surgical nursing, and obstetric & gynecological nursing; while the least career preferences among nursing students were oncology and hospice nursing, mental health nursing, and ER nursing. Factors were related to “gender”, “education”, and “nursing is my first study preference” among Macao nursing students for career preferences. Conclusion The senior nursing students prefer working in community health nursing and the junior and female nursing students prefer working in pediatric nursing and obstetric and gynecological nursing. The more understandings of nursing students’ career preferences, the better nursing curriculum design and implication to promote nursing students’ intention for working in the least career preferences work.
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- Mei Hua Kerry Hsu
- Faculty of Health Sciences and Sports, Macao Polytechnic University, Macao S.A.R., China
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- Faculty of Health Sciences and Sports, Macao Polytechnic University, Macao S.A.R., China
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- Department of Mathematics and Information Technology, The Education University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong S.A.R., China
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Perception of the image of the nursing profession and its relationship with quality of care. BMC Nurs 2022; 21:57. [PMID: 35272645 PMCID: PMC8908293 DOI: 10.1186/s12912-022-00830-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/18/2021] [Accepted: 02/19/2022] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Background Good quality of care (QOC) is related to high recovery rates, fewer mistakes, and better outcomes in general. The perception of the nursing profession (NP) among nurses has many social and professional implications, and it is important to understand the implications regarding their QOC. The aim of the study was to examine whether there is a relationship between the self-image of nursing and the nurses’ QOC, and whether men and women differ in their nursing image (NI). Methods A cross-sectional study applied among nursing teams employed in various inpatient wards: An online questionnaire was distributed and included (1) Sociodemographic details; (2) Image of the nursing profession; and (3) Nurses’ perception of their nursing care quality. Results The results show a significant positive relationship between the NI perception among nurses and their perceptions of the QOC they provide. No sex differences were found between male and female nurses. Conclusion This study highlights the correlation between the NP’s self-image and self-reported QOC. Health policy makers should build national programs that improve the image of nursing among nursing teams, and create an empowering and positive working environment, which would most probably improve the quality of nursing care.
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Noviani W, Rosa EM. Supporting the Professional Identity Development of Nursing Alumni: A Phenomenology Study. Open Access Maced J Med Sci 2021. [DOI: 10.3889/oamjms.2021.5861] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND: Professional identity is the expected outcome of nursing educational institutions reflected in the values, beliefs, attitudes, and behavior of nursing alumni as professional nurses. Nursing alumni’s experiences at the Bachelor nursing program in Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta (UMY) related to professional identity development (PID) at various nursing careers need to be explored.
AIM: This study aims to describe Ners alumni in PID at Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta (UMY).
METHODS: This study was a phenomenological approach with a maximum variation sampling technique. Seventeen nursing alumni who have been working as professional nurses for a minimum of two years and worked in various nursing careers were recruited. A semi-structured interview between 60-90 minutes was conducted. Data analysis used Colaizzi’s methods and Nvivo 12TM Plus.
RESULTS: There were two themes emerged from data; 1) Internal motivation to enhancing nursing career, with two sub-themes: having a great personal motivation and developing expertise, 2) External support driving nursing career, with five sub-themes: family encouragement, supports from a leader, accreditation and credential, exemplary role model and positive nursing image.
CONCLUSION: Nursing alumni engaged in a variety of professional roles that contributed to the nursing workforce. The supporting of PID impacts personal and professional capability and strengthens nurses’ careers.
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Nursing Faculty Perceptions Regarding Students With Physical Disabilities. Nurse Educ 2021; 46:225-229. [PMID: 33196591 DOI: 10.1097/nne.0000000000000940] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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BACKGROUND Students with physical disabilities continue to face barriers seeking entry into nursing programs even as the nursing profession advocates vigorously for the rights of these individuals. PURPOSE The purpose of this study was to identify faculty perceptions that create barriers for students with physical disabilities to meet the requirements of a BSN education. METHODS Nursing faculty (n = 111) completed an online survey about the ability of a student who uses a wheelchair for mobility to meet required outcomes. RESULTS Participants believed students could meet the 14 cognitive and affective domain outcomes (88%-100%) for generalist practice. Their agreement that students could meet psychomotor domain outcomes was lower (66%-90%). Younger faculty expressed more positive perceptions. CONCLUSIONS Using the psychomotor requirements of bedside nursing as the technical standard for nursing education is a barrier for students with physical disabilities. Faculty should expand their perceptions of the essentials of nursing education to create an inclusive environment.
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Teresa-Morales C, González-Sanz JD, Rodríguez-Pérez M. Components of the nursing role as perceived by first-year nursing students. NURSE EDUCATION TODAY 2021; 102:104906. [PMID: 33892265 DOI: 10.1016/j.nedt.2021.104906] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2021] [Revised: 03/17/2021] [Accepted: 04/07/2021] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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BACKGROUND Identifying and acquiring the nursing role is key to the development of nurses' professional identity. Understanding nursing students' perceptions in this regard will enable nursing educators to choose teaching strategies that lead to positive development of their students' professional identity. OBJECTIVES To describe how nursing students perceive the different components of the nursing role at the beginning of the nursing degree. DESIGN Cross-sectional, descriptive, observational study. PARTICIPANTS/SETTINGS 106 first-year nursing students at the University of Huelva, Spain. METHODS Data on social and academic variables and variables relating to the instrumental and expressive roles were collected via an adapted, pilot-tested questionnaire assessed by experts. RESULTS For participants, caregiving is the core of the nursing role in the clinical setting, including both technical execution and patient care aspects. They highlighted the disease prevention, health promotion, restoration, and education profiles of nurses rather than their teaching, professional, and technical profiles. They were acquainted with the concept of postgraduate professional development, but were unaware of the academic pathways leading to it. They considered nurses to be decision-makers, who are nevertheless subordinate to doctors. CONCLUSIONS Students did not consider nursing to be an autonomous profession, although they highlighted its decision-making capacity. They placed greater emphasis on the traditional profile of primary care nurses than on their technical profile, and were able to identify the members of the multidisciplinary healthcare team.
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Skela-Savič B, Klemenčič Mirazchiyski E, Lobe B. Perceptions of Slovenian elementary schoolchildren on nursing and nurses-Exploratory study. Nurse Educ Pract 2021; 53:103083. [PMID: 34058572 DOI: 10.1016/j.nepr.2021.103083] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2020] [Revised: 05/01/2021] [Accepted: 05/11/2021] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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AIM The research aimed to assess the perception on nursing and nurses among schoolchildren of Slovenian elementary schools. BACKGROUND Among the general public, nursing remains under-recognized as an occupation and a science. Especially young people have unrealistic perceptions of nurses. DESIGN A cross-sectional research design was undertaken. METHODS The study included 1984 eighth grade schoolchildren from 103 elementary schools. Data were collected with a structured questionnaire. RESULTS The research results revealed a positive general perception of nursing. Surprisingly, only 2.5% of respondents would consider a career in nursing. Girls had more understanding of nursing compared to boys (p < 0.001); having a nurse relative meant better understanding of nursing (p = 0.032). The influence of the traditional view of nursing and the biomedical model of care which describes nursing not as autonomous, but as subordinate to medicine, was considerate (p < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS The study shows that elementary school children do not express an interest in a career in nursing. They perceive the job of a nurse as female-dominated, they cling to the traditional perception of nursing being subordinate to medicine, and they indicated dominance of the biomedical model of care. Healthcare policy makers must remember that healthcare systems cannot function without nurses, so developing nursing is crucial. To increase interest in the profession, a national campaign promoting nursing programs and the nursing profession and presenting horizontal and vertical career opportunities is needed. Young people must have realistic information on nursing as an occupation and a science, its role in the healthcare system, and career opportunities. Activities aimed at changing public opinion on nursing must be planned.
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- Brigita Skela-Savič
- Full Professor (delite Research Councilor), Head of Angela Boškim Institute for Research in Healthcare Sciences, Angela Boškin Faculty of Health Care, Spodnji Plavž 3, 4270 Jesenice, Slovenia.
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- Head of Center for applied epistemology Educational Research Institute Gerbičeva 62, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia.
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- Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Ljubljana, Kardeljeva ploščad 5, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia.
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Segev R, Strauss E. Forming an Affiliation Between Two Culturally Different Academic Institutions of Nursing Studies. SAGE Open Nurs 2021; 6:2377960820982146. [PMID: 33912667 PMCID: PMC8047836 DOI: 10.1177/2377960820982146] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2020] [Accepted: 11/27/2020] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Introduction This article describes the association of two culturally different institutions opening a joint Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program for ultra-Orthodox Jewish (Haredi) women in order to enable them to find jobs due to changes in their society and increasing global demand for nurses in the labor market. The objective of this description is to illustrate the efforts and changes needed to facilitate the affiliation of two culturally and ideologically different organizations and the implications and conclusions of such a program. Methods The study is based on interviews with past administrators, a review of the literature, and supporting institution documents. Conclusions A joint nursing academic program was founded by two culturally different educational institutions for the ultra-Orthodox Jewish women population. Creating a culturally sensitive nursing academic program helped ultra-Orthodox women acquire an academic profession which enabled their integration into the academic professional's work world and add more nurses to the labor market.The authors reviewed the efforts and changes needed to facilitate the affiliation of two culturally and ideologically different organizations based on the Bolman and Deal four frames model.
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- Ronen Segev
- Department of Nursing Sciences, Ruppin Academic Center, Emek-Hefer, Israel
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- The Tessler Academic School of Nursing, Sanz Medical Center, Netania, Israel
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Mao A, Wang J, Zhang Y, Cheong PL, Van IK, Tam HL. Factors influencing recruitment and retention of male nurses in Macau and mainland China: a collaborative, qualitative study. BMC Nurs 2020; 19:104. [PMID: 33292195 PMCID: PMC7653746 DOI: 10.1186/s12912-020-00497-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2020] [Accepted: 10/29/2020] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Macau and the Mainland China have different political and socio-economic policies but are both influenced by Chinese culture. By comparing the professional development experiences of male nurses from Macau and the Mainland, this study aims to explore factors influencing the recruitment and retention of male nurses. METHODS A collaborative, qualitative approach was adopted in which researchers from Macau and the Mainland were jointly involved in carrying out interviews and analyzing data. A total of 24 clinical male nurses were invited, with 12 each from Macau the Mainland. Recruitment was based on purposive sampling from various health institutions in the two regions. Semi-structured interviews were conducted in 2017-2018 with similar interview guidelines for both Macau and the Mainland sites. Thematic analysis was used for data analysis, and Nvivo11 Plus software was used to facilitate the analysis. RESULTS Key facilitators/barriers to recruitment and retention of male nurses were clustered under the two research questions: 1) What are the factors influencing the recruitment of male nurses? 2) What are the factors influencing the retention of male nurses? Males in Macau and the Mainland experienced pressure while entering nursing because of the stereotype that nursing is a feminine occupation. However, males in Macau chose nursing as a college major under their own volition while males in the Mainland were mostly forced into nursing. The males in Macau hardly thought of leaving nursing while their Mainland counterparts constantly felt uncertain about their professional future. The males on both sides hoped to thrive in career development. While the Macanese tended to pursue advanced programs in specialty nursing for better health care in the frontline, the Mainlanders wanted to get promoted to leave the frontline. CONCLUSION Male nurses in Macau and Mainland share some common experiences in professional development but have different views and values regarding nursing.
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- Aimei Mao
- Kiang Wu Nursing College of Macau, Est. Repouso No.35, Macau, China.
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- College of Nursing, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 1166 Liutai Road, Wenjiang District, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Neijiang Health Vocational College, 368 East Section 4, Han-an Avenue, Dongxing District, Neijiang, Sichuan, China
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- Kiang Wu Nursing College of Macau, Est. Repouso No.35, Macau, China
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- Kiang Wu Nursing College of Macau, Est. Repouso No.35, Macau, China
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- Kiang Wu Nursing College of Macau, Est. Repouso No.35, Macau, China
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Almutary H, Al‐Moteri M. Psychometric properties of factors influencing Healthcare Career Choice Scale. Nurs Open 2020; 7:1588-1596. [PMID: 32802380 PMCID: PMC7424428 DOI: 10.1002/nop2.541] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/03/2020] [Revised: 05/08/2020] [Accepted: 05/20/2020] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Aim The aim of this paper was to modify Factors Influencing Teaching Choice scale (FIT-Choice scale) to be appropriate for healthcare professionals and to assess the psychometric properties of the modified scale. Design A cross-sectional study was used. Methods A convenience sample of 395 students at the preparatory stage of their health path participated in study to evaluate the psychometric properties of "Healthcare Career Choice Scale" (HCC Scale). The study involves two phases: instrument modification and psychometric evaluation. Results The content validity index was 0.88. Using factor analysis, 12 factors were extracted and explained 71.8% of the total variance. The internal consistency was demonstrated with Cronbach's α = .91.
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- Hayfa Almutary
- Medical/Surgical Department Faculty of NursingKing Abdulaziz UniversityJeddahSaudi Arabia
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- Nursing DepartmentFaculty of Applied Medical SciencesTaif UniversityTaifSaudi Arabia
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Influence of Cardiorespiratory Clinical Placements on the Specialty Interest of Physiotherapy Students. Healthcare (Basel) 2019; 7:healthcare7040148. [PMID: 31744262 PMCID: PMC6956292 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare7040148] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/17/2019] [Revised: 11/14/2019] [Accepted: 11/14/2019] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Clinical placements are an important part of health students’ training. Whilst much value is placed on the clinical environment as a place to learn, there is a paucity of direct evidence about its effectiveness. The aim of this study was to compare the competence, importance, and interest in cardiorespiratory physiotherapy of students before and after one month of clinical practice. A pre- and post-placement questionnaire about students’ interest in different physiotherapy subspecialties was used. The students with a cardiorespiratory clinical placement showed a significant change in their perception about the importance of the cardiorespiratory specialty (0.348 ± 1.01; p < 0.001), while no significant change was observed in the students without cardiorespiratory placement (−0.014 ± 0.825; p = 0.883). The presence or absence of clinical placements seems to have a definitive impact on students’ choice of a specialty. This implies the need for developing a set of clinical placements in all the subareas of physiotherapy in order to give undergraduate students the opportunity to make a better decision.
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Lee KJ, Kim M. Occupational values of nurses who succeeded their mothers in nursing. J Adv Nurs 2019; 75:1493-1503. [DOI: 10.1111/jan.13976] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2018] [Accepted: 01/08/2019] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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- Kyoung Ju Lee
- Department of Nursing College of Nursing Ewha Womans University Gangdong University Chungcheongbuk‐do Korea
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- College of Nursing Ewha Womans University Seoul Korea
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Alghamdi R, Albloushi M, Alzahrani E, Aldawsari A, Alyousef S. Nursing Education Challenges from Saudi Nurse Educators' and Leaders' Perspectives: A Qualitative Descriptive Study. Int J Nurs Educ Scholarsh 2019; 16:ijnes-2018-0027. [PMID: 30798324 DOI: 10.1515/ijnes-2018-0027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/15/2018] [Accepted: 02/12/2019] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Aim To explore the challenges in nursing education in Saudi Arabia from nurse educators' and leaders' perspectives. Background Saudi Arabia considerably lacks Saudi nurses and most nurses in Saudi healthcare facilities are expatriates with diverse academic, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds. The perception regarding nurses' profession and their low status in Saudi Arabia affect the nursing profession negatively, leading to staff insufficiency. Understanding the difficulties of the nursing profession could help intervene accordingly, in encouraging students to pursue a career in nursing. Methods An exploratory qualitative method was used. Three Saudi nursing educators and four leaders were interviewed. They were recruited through purposive sampling. The interviews were transcribed verbatim and data were analyzed using thematic analysis. Findings Participants indicated that nursing education in Saudi Arabia is facing multiple challenges requiring serious attention from Saudi leaders. The challenges were divided to four themes and different categories; cultural challenges, educational challenges, organizational challenges (weak nursing authority, lack of acknowledgement for Saudi nurses), and work challenges (poor working environment, language barrier). Discussion The challenges that face nursing education in Saudi Arabia were mainly at three levels: management, system, and social. These challenges were the reasons for Saudi nurses to leave the profession. Conclusion This study revealed some of the challenges facing nursing education in Saudi Arabia. These challenges are not unique to Saudi Arabia but knowing about these challenges will help nurse educators and leaders to improve nursing programs, enhance students' clinical experiences, and promote nursing profession in Saudi Arabia.
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- Reem Alghamdi
- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Queen's University Belfast, Belfast, Ireland
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- Arthur Labatt Family School of Nursing, Western University, London, Canada
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- College of Nursing, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Wu LT, Wang W, Holroyd E, Lopez V, Liaw SY. Factors deterring dentistry, medical, pharmacy, and social science undergraduates from pursuing nursing as a healthcare career: a cross-sectional study in an Asian university. BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION 2018; 18:23. [PMID: 29373973 PMCID: PMC5787325 DOI: 10.1186/s12909-018-1118-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/11/2017] [Accepted: 01/05/2018] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND Globally more registered nurses need to be recruited to meet the needs of aging populations and increased co-morbidity. Nursing recruitment remains challenging when compared to other healthcare programs. Despite healthcare students having similar motivation in joining the healthcare industry, many did not consider nursing as a career choice. This study aims to identify the deterrents to choosing nursing among healthcare undergraduates by examining the differences in the factors influencing healthcare career choices and nursing as a career choice. METHODS A cross sectional study was conducted using a 35-parallel items instrument known as Healthcare Career Choice and Nursing Career Choice scale. Six hundred and four (n = 604) first year medical, pharmacy, dentistry and social science students from a university in Singapore completed the survey. RESULTS Nursing as a career was perceived by healthcare students to be more likely influenced by prior healthcare exposure, the nature of the work, job prospects, and social influences. Lack of autonomous decision making, perceived lower ability to make diagnosis, having to attend to patients' hygiene needs, engendered stigma, and lack of parental support were identified as deterring factors to choosing nursing as a career. CONCLUSION An understanding of the deterrents to choosing nursing as career allows policy makers and educational leaders to focus on recruitment strategies. These include providing more exposure to nurses' roles in early school years, helping young people to overcome the fear of providing personal hygiene care, promoting nurses' autonomous nursing practice, addressing gender stigma, and overcoming parental objection.
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- Ling Ting Wu
- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Level 2, Clinical Research Centre, Block MD11 10 Medical Drive, Singapore, 117597 Singapore
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- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Level 2, Clinical Research Centre, Block MD11 10 Medical Drive, Singapore, 117597 Singapore
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- Nursing Research Capacity Building, Aga Khan University, P. O. Box 8842, Kampala, Uganda East Africa
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- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Level 2, Clinical Research Centre, Block MD11 10 Medical Drive, Singapore, 117597 Singapore
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- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Level 2, Clinical Research Centre, Block MD11 10 Medical Drive, Singapore, 117597 Singapore
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