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The experiences of adult nursing students completing a placement during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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BACKGROUND The emergency measures implemented by the Nursing and Midwifery Council in response to the COVID-19 pandemic provided nursing students in their final 6 months of study with the opportunity… Click to show full abstract

BACKGROUND The emergency measures implemented by the Nursing and Midwifery Council in response to the COVID-19 pandemic provided nursing students in their final 6 months of study with the opportunity to complete a paid consolidation clinical placement and thus increase their personal responsibility for the care they delivered under supervision. AIM To explore the experiences of third-year nursing students who completed their final clinical placement during the COVID-19 pandemic. METHODS Semi-structured interviews were conducted via a virtual platform. FINDINGS Three themes were identified: the importance of support mechanisms, the development of confidence, and innovative learning opportunities. Students reported improved confidence in the transition period to registered practitioner and felt well supported, which enabled them to take greater responsibility. CONCLUSION This study provided insight into the experience of nursing students during the COVID-19 pandemic, and found that support mechanisms, and a sense of belonging, helped to increase their confidence in clinical practice.

Keywords: nursing students; covid pandemic; placement covid; experiences adult; adult nursing

Journal Title: British journal of nursing
Year Published: 2021

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