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Summary
Newly qualified nurses received limited career guidance during their studies. A significant unmet need exists for career planning support, impacting retention and career progression in healthcare.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Career Development
- Healthcare Workforce Management
Background:
- Career guidance is crucial for nurses, addressing retention concerns and the complexity of modern healthcare.
- Rapidly evolving healthcare systems necessitate proactive career planning for nursing professionals.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore newly qualified registered general nurses' experiences with career guidance during their student years.
- To identify gaps in career guidance related to job applications, further education, and long-term career planning.
Main Methods:
- A questionnaire survey was administered to 1015 newly qualified registered general nurses.
- Data collection focused on guidance received regarding initial job applications, post-basic courses, and future career plans.
Main Results:
- The majority of student nurses reported receiving minimal career guidance.
- A substantial unmet need for career planning discussions was identified among participants.
- Guidance was particularly lacking concerning longer-term career aspirations.
Conclusions:
- Current career guidance for nursing students is insufficient to meet their developmental needs.
- Enhanced career support is essential to aid nurses in navigating complex career pathways.
- Addressing unmet needs in career planning may improve nurse retention and satisfaction.