Nursing Students' Perceptions of the COVID-19 Pandemic's Impact on Their Education and Clinical Experiences : Research Article

Kathleen Rindahl

doi:10.58372/2835-6276.1329

Authors

Kathleen Rindahl DNP, FNP-C

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.58372/2835-6276.1329

Keywords:

Student Nurses, COVID-19 Pandemic, Nursing Education, Clinical Experience, Perception of Nursing

Abstract

The COVID-19 pandemic imposed unprecedented challenges on health care education, particularly for student nurses who found themselves navigating their professional training under crisis conditions. This study explores how the pandemic affected graduating student nurses' perceptions of their education and clinical experiences. Incorporating both a quantitative and qualitative analysis of student responses, the data reveals a significant change in their understanding of the nursing profession. A concerning 41% of students reported considered withdrawing from the nursing program due to the pandemic's impact on their education and mental well-being. The implications of this underscores the need for adaptive measures in nursing education and offer insights into fostering resilience in future health crises.

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