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Elective placements in Romania.

S Buckingham1

  • 1Florence Nightingale Division of Nursing and Midwifery, King's College, London.

Paediatric Nursing
|June 8, 1999
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Student nurses found their elective experience in Romania disillusioning due to systemic healthcare issues and unwelcoming staff. Realistic aims and ample time are advised for future international nursing electives.

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Area of Science:

  • Global Health
  • Nursing Education
  • Healthcare Systems

Background:

  • Student nurses undertook an elective experience in Romania with the intent to improve healthcare.
  • The Romanian healthcare system is noted to be still affected by its past.
  • Initial enthusiasm waned upon encountering systemic challenges and staff resistance.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the outcomes of an international elective nursing experience.
  • To identify challenges faced by student nurses in a foreign healthcare setting.
  • To provide recommendations for future international nursing electives.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative reflection on an elective nursing experience in Romania.
  • Observation of healthcare system dynamics and staff interactions.

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  • Analysis of student nurse perceptions and experiences.

    • Main Results:

    • Student nurses experienced disillusionment rather than the anticipated positive impact.
    • Systemic issues within the Romanian healthcare system presented significant barriers.
    • Lack of receptiveness from local healthcare staff hindered the students' efforts.

    Conclusions:

    • International nursing electives require careful planning with realistic expectations.
    • Understanding the historical and systemic context of a host healthcare system is crucial.
    • Adequate time and flexible goals are essential for meaningful engagement in global health experiences.