Work readiness of graduating nursing students among selected nursing schools in Cavite in the context of COVID-19 pandemic : Basis for post-graduate clinical mentor-mentee program /
Clandestine John E. Amoroso, Rhea Paula A. Angcaya, Hennessy T. Belen, Laarni C. Cruz, Dessa Maureen V. Dela Rosa, Chiara Isabella A. Dela Cruz, Jazmeen S. Ronario
- Vol 2 (1) pages 19-27 : illustrations ;
Abstract
This study was conducted to determine the work readiness of graduating nursing students in the context of COVID-19 pandemic in the four selected nursing schools in Cavite. The study quantitative type of research specifically comparative-correlational, a form of descriptive design. Participants were chosen purposively based on the smallest population in the locale study which is ten. Work Readiness Scale for Graduate Nurses (WRS-GN) developed by Dr. Walker were used in the data collection consisting of 38 items, in 10-point scale. Results showed that the majority of the respondents are 21-23 years of age, female, with a grade of 1.75. Work readiness of the respondents is “Moderately High” in all of these areas, (a) social intelligence, (b) personal work characteristics, (c) organizational acumen, and (d) work competence with overall weighted mean of 7.28. The null hypotheses are all accepted in terms of significant difference and relationship of work readiness when grouped according to their profile characteristics. The recommended mentee-mentor program should focus on the following areas: speaking ability, self-expression, prioritization and time management, and eagerness to work in any situation related to the nursing profession.