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Exploring the factors affecting undergraduate nursing students' migration intention: A qualitative study
Animesh Ghimire1, Yunjing Qiu2, Basanta Thapa3
1Lecturer, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Monash University, Wellington Rd, Clayton, VIC 3800, Australia.
Nurse Education Today
|September 17, 2024
Summary
Nepal
Area of Science:
- Global Health
- Nursing Workforce Dynamics
- Migration Studies
Background:
- The global nursing shortage is exacerbated by healthcare professional migration from low-income to high-income countries.
- Nepal faces a significant nursing brain drain, impacting healthcare quality and highlighting systemic issues.
- Understanding the drivers of nursing migration is crucial for retaining talent.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the initial formation of migration intentions among undergraduate nursing students in Nepal.
- To identify key factors influencing Nepali nursing students' decisions to seek international career opportunities.
Main Methods:
- A descriptive qualitative research design was employed.
- Data were gathered from 17 final-year undergraduate nursing students at two urban colleges in Nepal.
- Semi-structured interviews were analyzed using thematic analysis.
Main Results:
- Four major themes emerged: structural/systemic catalysts for migration, personal ambitions, socio-political influences, and economic considerations.
- Students' aspirations for better opportunities abroad are shaped by a complex interplay of factors.
- A significant gap exists between policy goals and the realities faced by nursing students.
Conclusions:
- Systemic reforms are essential to mitigate nursing brain drain in Nepal.
- Addressing disillusionment among nursing students requires improving their working conditions and career prospects.
- Empowering nurses and ensuring equitable recognition are vital for a sustainable healthcare workforce and health equity.
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