Factors Associated With Perceived Job Preparedness Among RNs: Results From a National Survey.
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SUBMITTER: Zahnd WE
PROVIDER: S-EPMC7258258 | biostudies-literature | 2020 May
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Factors Associated With Perceived Job Preparedness Among RNs: Results From a National Survey.
Zahnd Whitney E WE Crouch Elizabeth L EL Probst Janice C JC Hunt McKinney Selina S Abshire Demetrius A DA Eberth Jan M JM
The Journal of nursing administration 20200501 5
This article examines perceived job preparedness by demographic and professional characteristics among practicing RNs who completed a national survey. Rural and male nurses felt less prepared for nursing practice and may benefit from tailored educational experiences to improve perceptions of being prepared for the workforce. ...[more]
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