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Do internship students do well in a clinical environment? A qualitative naturistic study
Fadiyah Jadid Alanazi1, Mada Huwaydi M Alenezi1, Atheer Abdullah N Alanazi1
1Nursing College, Northern Border University, Saudi Arabia.
Belitung Nursing Journal
|December 22, 2023
Summary
Nursing interns face challenges like "transferring shock" but benefit from orientation and mentorship. Enhancing communication skills and supportive environments are key for effective patient care during the internship year.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Clinical Practice
- Healthcare Professional Development
Background:
- The internship year is a critical transition for nursing students in Saudi Arabia, integrating academic knowledge with clinical skills.
- Understanding nursing interns' experiences is vital for optimizing their practical training and identifying areas for improvement.
- This study focuses on the Saudi context, highlighting the importance of practical application in nursing education.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the lived experiences of nursing internship students within clinical settings.
- To identify and analyze the challenges encountered by these students during their internship year.
- To gather recommendations for enhancing the nursing internship program.
Main Methods:
- A qualitative, naturalistic descriptive approach was utilized.
- Data were collected from 20 purposively selected nursing interns across two Saudi Arabian regions in January 2023.
- Methods included semi-structured interviews, focus group discussions, and direct observation, with data analyzed using conventional content analysis.
Main Results:
- Four primary themes emerged: Transferring Shock (feeling lost, feeling left out), Self-Learning, Supportive Environments, and Factors Facilitating Learning.
- Interns highlighted the positive impact of orientation and mentorship programs on skill development and patient safety.
- Prior preparation and strong communication skills were associated with more positive internship experiences.
Conclusions:
- Orientation and mentorship are crucial for developing practical nursing skills and ensuring patient safety.
- Integrating communication skills training into nursing curricula is recommended to improve intern experiences.
- Creating a supportive learning environment is essential for addressing intern challenges and promoting safe, effective patient care.
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