Given the shortage of nurses in Bulgaria, there stands at the forefront need of attracting of well-trained health care professionals to take care of the patients.
It is beneficial for employers to be informed about student attitudes when choosing a job. Objective: The aim of the study was to explore the preconceptions of students in "Nurse" in the fourth course on professional realization and to give recommendations to the users of the staff.
Methods: An anonymous survey was conducted amongst fourth year student nurses. Respondents were (52 students, aged 20 – 36).
Results: The opinion of the students about sector, the therapeutic unit, the age group of patients with whom they would like to work, the preferences for work shifts, and their motivation to improve their qualification were investigated.
The analysis of the results showed strong motivation and willingness to practice the profession - (94.23%) and improvement of competences through courses, specializations, etc. - (80.76%) and continuing education in a Master's degree (57.69%). The majority of the respondents (82.69%) pointed out as motivation for work the remuneration for the work done adequately.
The analysis of the results revealed some worrying trends - the most preferred countries for practicing the profession are: Germany - (59.61%), USA - (17.30%), UK - (15.38).
It was found that 15.38% of the respondents stated willingness for Continuing education abroad.
Conclusion: In view of the increasing migration in countries in and outside the European Union, there are still reserves to improve the recruitment of staff in Bulgaria. It is extremely important to "rejuvenate" the aging population of nurses.
The specificity of work and delicacy in serving sick people is a challenge for newly-educated nurses looking for better pay for their work and satisfaction with practicing the profession.
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Професия: Медицинска сестра -https://www.karieri.bg/karieren_klub/suveti/3054361_profesiia_medicinska_sestra/, посетен на 01.08.2018 г.
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