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Graduates and initial employment.

Sharon Elizabeth Rydon¹, Anna Rolleston, Joan Mackie

¹Department of Nursing and Health Studies, Manukau Institute of Technology, Newbury Street, Otara Private Bag, 94006 Auckland, New Zealand. sharon.rydon@manukau.ac.nz

Nurse Education Today

|January 30, 2008

Summary

Most new nursing graduates find employment within three months of registration. Graduates desire more science, longer clinical placements, and practical skills training in their nursing programs.

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Area of Science:

Nursing Education
Graduate Employment
Curriculum Development

Background:

Limited research exists on new nursing graduates' initial employment seeking experiences.
Few studies link graduate employment success to specific nursing program curricula.

Purpose of the Study:

To inform nurse educators about employment opportunities for new graduate nurses.
To provide evidence for curriculum development discussions impacting graduate employability.

Main Methods:

A survey with closed-ended questions was administered to recent nursing program graduates.
Qualitative analysis was conducted on open-ended comments regarding employment experiences.
Data from graduates over three years were analyzed using SPSS.

Main Results:

89.8% of graduates secured employment within three months of registration.
73% of graduates obtained positions specifically for new graduates.
Graduates reported a need for more science, extended clinical placements, and practical skills training.

Conclusions:

The nursing program generally prepares graduates well for registered nurse roles.
Curriculum enhancements focusing on science, clinical experience, and practical skills are recommended.
Study findings offer valuable insights for refining the nursing curriculum to improve graduate employment outcomes.