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Nursing students assess nursing education.

Linda Norman1, Peter I Buerhaus, Karen Donelan

  • 1Vanderbilt University School of Nursing, Nashville, TN 37240, USA. linda.norman@vanderbilt.edu

Journal of Professional Nursing : Official Journal of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing
|July 16, 2005
PubMed
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Most nursing students finance education through aid and savings, with many planning graduate studies. Key challenges include balancing demands and curriculum issues, while rewards involve helping others and job security.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing Education
  • Student Characteristics
  • Higher Education Policy

Background:

  • Understanding the profile of current nursing students is crucial for educational planning.
  • Financial burdens and student well-being significantly impact nursing education outcomes.
  • Identifying student aspirations and challenges informs curriculum and policy development.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To characterize nursing students regarding demographics, education financing, and future plans.
  • To explore the perceived rewards and difficulties associated with nursing student experiences.
  • To provide data for improving nursing education programs and public policy.

Main Methods:

  • A national survey was administered to 496 nursing students.
  • Data collected included financing methods, graduate education intentions, and qualitative feedback.

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  • Statistical analysis and thematic content analysis were employed.

    • Main Results:

    • Students primarily used financial aid, savings, and earnings; parental support and scholarships were also significant.
    • Approximately 25% of students, especially younger and minority students, planned immediate graduate studies, often aiming for advanced practice roles.
    • Major rewards included helping others, status, and job security; difficulties involved balancing demands, educational quality, and admissions.

    Conclusions:

    • Nursing education programs should expand capacity and address student financial needs.
    • Institutions must support students in balancing school, work, and personal life.
    • Curriculum modifications and improved admissions processes are recommended to enhance the student experience.