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|July 9, 2014
Summary
Peer support is crucial for nontraditional nursing students in mobility programs. Building collegial relationships fosters caring connections, shared learning, and collaboration, enhancing student success and retention in the nursing profession.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Higher Education
- Sociology of Education
Background:
- Nurse educators face challenges supporting diverse, nontraditional students in nursing mobility programs.
- Student retention and success are critical due to increasing diversity and projected nursing shortages.
- Understanding factors influencing nontraditional student success is essential for workforce development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the role of peer support in the success of nontraditional students within a Midwest mobility nursing program.
- To identify how peer relationships impact student experiences and outcomes.
- To provide insights for nurse educators on fostering student success.
Main Methods:
- Conducted semistructured interviews with 10 graduates of a mobility nursing program.
- Focused on participants' experiences with peer support and relationship development.
- Qualitative analysis of interview data to identify key themes.
Main Results:
- Graduates reported developing collegial relationships with peers.
- Formation of friendships led to caring connections, shared learning, and collaboration.
- Peer support emerged as a significant factor in their academic journey and professional transition.
Conclusions:
- Nurse educators should actively encourage and facilitate relationship building among students.
- Fostering a collaborative learning environment through peer support can enhance nontraditional student success.
- Interventions supporting peer connections can improve retention and facilitate entry into the nursing profession.
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