Adaptation and validation of a survey instrument measuring perceived preparedness of nursing graduates

Title
Adaptation and validation of a survey instrument measuring perceived preparedness of nursing graduates
Publication Date
2016
Author(s)
Algoso, Maricris
Peters, Kath
Ramjan, Lucie
East, Leah
( author )
OrcID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4757-2706
Email: least@une.edu.au
UNE Id une-id:least
Type of document
Journal Article
Language
en
Entity Type
Publication
Publisher
RCNi
Place of publication
United Kingdom
DOI
10.7748/nr.2016.e1437
UNE publication id
une:20683
Abstract
Background In Australia, a significant percentage of bachelor of nursing students are employed in the aged care sector, or in aged care settings, as assistants in nursing (AINs) or personal care assistants. However the value of aged care in nursing education is often overlooked. Aim To outline the adaptation and validation of a survey, originally developed for medical graduates, for use with nursing graduates. Discussion Adaptation of the instrument was undertaken as part of a doctoral study that aimed to explore whether employment as an undergraduate assistant in nursing (AIN) in aged care prepares new graduates for clinical work. Conclusion Outlining each step of the modification process can help nurse researchers who want to adapt existing instruments to meet their research objectives. Implications for practice Undergraduate AIN employment has the potential to supplement clinical learning without the restrictions inherent in the student role. Furthermore, it has the potential to enhance recruitment and retention in the aged care sector
Link
Citation
Nurse Researcher, 23(6), p. 37-41
ISSN
2047-8992
1351-5578
Start page
37
End page
41

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