Final-year student nurses perceptions of role transition

Dympna Tuohy, Owen Doody, Christine Deasy

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Abstract

Role transition can be both challenging and exciting. This study presents the findings of phase one of a two-part study conducted by Deasy et al (2011), which explored final-year student nurses' (n=116) perceptions and expectations of role transition. The students were registered on four-year BSc nursing programmes at an Irish university. Data was analyzed using SPSS (version 16). A response rate of 84% was achieved. Over half of respondents said they were adequately prepared for the post of registered nurse. Respondents generally perceived themselves to be competent across a range of domains: managing workloads; prioritizing care delivery; interpersonal skills; time management skills; ethical decision making; and providing health information and education. In contrast, not all were confident about their knowledge and many expected the transition to be problematic. Most expected to be supported and to receive constructive feedback. Recommendations include nurturing supportive work environments to reduce stress and increase confidence.

Original languageEnglish (Ireland)
Pages (from-to)684-688
Number of pages5
JournalBritish Journal of Nursing
Volume21
Issue number11
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 12 Jun 2012

Keywords

  • Newly
  • Qualified
  • Role transition
  • Student graduate

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