Call for Papers : Volume 15, Issue 04, April 2024, Open Access; Impact Factor; Peer Reviewed Journal; Fast Publication

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Factors associated with nursing students’ level of satisfaction during their clinical experience at a major caribbean hospital

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The purpose of this study is to determine if the satisfaction levels of nursing students are associated with their demographic characterises. This is a follow up to Prescott-Carter and Onuoha (2016) had showed varied levels of satisfaction among nursing students in a Caribbean Island state. Method: A cross-sectional descriptive study was undertaken with 74% of the 103 nursing students using investigators’ designed semi-structured but piloted self-administered questionnaire. Data was analysed using version 22 SPSS programme. Result: It shows that the nursing students’ levels of satisfaction on a number of items on the Clinical learning Environment aspects of Clinical supervisions; supervisory relationship and Students achievement of their objectives were significantly associated with their selected demographic characteristics. Discussion: The findings of the study were discussed in line with pertinent literature. Importantly, the relationships between (a) the school and the clinical areas and (b) the students and their clinical supervisors in meeting the expectations of all and sundry were discussed. The implications of the findings were also discussed. Recommendation: A clinical setting rich in learning experiences, but lacking a supportive environment, discourages the learners in seeking experience and results in the loss of learning and growth opportunities. Also, supportive environment with an adequate support system has been identified as an area of improvement within the clinical setting of this local general hospital. These efforts must be approached collaboratively where ward managers to create circumstances for a positive ward environment, ward culture that contributes to a positive attitude toward students and their learning needs. In addition, to fostering an environment that nurtures a positive supervisory relationship the presence of a clinical instructors or designated preceptor has the potential to enhance the performance of student nurses on their journey to becoming fit to provide a high-quality of patient care.

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Onuoha, P. C., Prescott Carter, K., and Daniel, E.
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