J Korean Acad Nurs Adm.  2014 Mar;20(2):187-194.

Role Transition of Senior Year Nursing Students: Analysis of Predictors for Role Transition

• Lee W
• Uhm JY
• Lee T

Abstract

PURPOSE
The purpose of this study was to identify the perception of role transition from a student nurse to a registered nurse among senior year nursing students and to examine factors affecting their role transition.
METHODS
A descriptive survey with convenience sampling was conducted in four nursing colleges in Seoul, South Korea. Data were collected using a self-administrated questionnaire. Four instruments including role transition, self-esteem, interpersonal relationships and anxiety during clinical practicum were used and the students'demographics were also collected. A multiple logistic regression was used to identify predictors for the role transition.
RESULTS
A total of 233 nursing students were surveyed and final analysis was conducted utilizing 226 participants. Mean point of perceived role transition (5 point scale) was 3.34+/-0.44. In a multiple regression model, high self-esteem, good interpersonal relationships, low anxiety during clinical practicum, and high satisfaction in college life were significant predictors of a smooth transition (Adj. R2=.32, F=22.28, p<.001).
CONCLUSION
The findings suggest that role transition from a student nurse to a registered nurse is facilitated through the establishment of programs to improve self-esteem and interpersonal relationships and to reduce anxiety during clinical practicum.

Keyword

Role transition; Senior year nursing students; Self-esteem; Interpersonal relationship; Anxiety during clinical practicum

MeSH Terms

Anxiety
Humans
Korea
Logistic Models
Nursing
Surveys and Questionnaires
Seoul
Students, Nursing*

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