What is it about?
The objective of this study was to analyze the factors associated with the intention of Indonesian nursing students to work in rural areas. This study found that almost 60% of nursing students were reluctant to work in rural areas. Factors affecting the intention were class program and place of origins. It can be concluded that the education program and place of origin influence the intention of nursing students to work in rural areas.
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Why is it important?
Our study of 714 nursing students in Surabaya, Indonesia, reveals a pressing issue: - 60% hesitate to work in rural areas. What sets our work apart? - It uncovers factors tied to this reluctance: program type and hometown. - This knowledge can guide healthcare recruiters to address the shortage of rural nurses. This research is timely, addressing a critical healthcare challenge in Indonesia. It could be a game-changer for healthcare workforce planning.
Perspectives
This publication is important because it explains why many nursing students in Indonesia don't want to work in rural areas. It found that their education program and where they're from affect their decision. This matters because it can help healthcare leaders make better plans to ensure everyone gets good healthcare, no matter where they live. It's a reminder that one size doesn't fit all when it comes to healthcare planning.
Mr Ferry Efendi
Universitas Airlangga
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This page is a summary of: Factors influencing the intention of Indonesian nursing students to work in rural areas, Family Medicine and Community Health, July 2019, BMJ,
DOI: 10.1136/fmch-2019-000144.
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