J Korean Acad Soc Nurs Educ.
2022 May;28(2):127-136. 10.5977/jkasne.2022.28.2.127.
Career choice experiences of nursing students
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- 1Assistant Professor, Department of Nursing, Choonhae College of Health Science
- 2Assistant Professor, Department of Nursing, Gwangju University
- KMID: 2530193
- DOI: http://doi.org/10.5977/jkasne.2022.28.2.127
Abstract
- Purpose
The purpose of this study was to describe the career choice experiences of nursing students.
Methods
A phenomenological approach was used for the study. Data were collected from September 1 to October 1, 2021, using open-ended questions in-depth interviews. Ten nursing students who had decided to find a job or complete an application to an employment institution participated in this study.
Results
The four categories obtained as results were “Preparing myself,” “Chosen after conflict,” “Going through a tough tunnel and settling down,” and “Waiting with anticipation and worry.”
Conclusion
This study explored the meaning and essence of the career choice experiences of nursing students. These results will provide basic data that can help nursing students make career choices.
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