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Thesis/Dissertation Information
- Degree Disciplines:
- Nursing
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- Abstract:
- Background: Generation Y college students are the nation’s future workforce, yet there is a marked decline of this population’s interest in pursuing nursing as a career. Purpose: The purpose of the study was addressed through three phases. The purpose of the first and second phases was to develop and refine a research instrument appropriate to the target population. The purpose of the third phase, the main study, was to test the relationships of the constructs of the theory of reasoned action (TRA) when applied to Generation Y college student’s intent to choose nursing as a career. Theoretical Framework: Ajzen and Fishbein’s theory of reasoned action served as the theoretical framework. Methods: For the main study, a cross-sectional design was used to survey a sample of Generation Y students enrolled in their first or second college course. Data was collected by means of a research instrument developed by the researcher using guidance from the theorists. Descriptive data provided information on the characteristics of the sample to assure they met the inclusion criteria. The responses to the construct scales were statistically analyzed by means of logistic regression analysis. Results: The theoretical model was supported. Both attitude (p = .003) and subjective norm (p < .00) were significantly and positively related to the intent to choose nursing as a career. Conclusion: The findings have implications for nursing education, nursing practice, nursing research, and the public. However, the most important implications are for recruitment of Generation Y into nursing. Effective recruitment strategies would involve improving the nursing image to foster young adults’ favorable attitude and their important others support in choosing nursing as a career. Additionally, as Generation Y students have a clear career trajectory early in their educational program, efforts must be made to connect with students prior to entry into college.
- Thesis:
- Thesis (Ph.D.)--Barry University, 2009.
- Bibliography:
- Includes bibliographical references (leaves 96-103).
Record Information
- Source Institution:
- Barry University
- Holding Location:
- Barry University Archives and Special Collections
- Rights Management:
- Copyright Luciene Mendonça-Cali. Permission granted to Barry University to digitize, archive and distribute this item for non-profit research and educational purposes. Any reuse of this item in excess of fair use or other copyright exemptions requires permission of the copyright holder.
- Resource Identifier:
- RT86.73.M46 2009_MendonçaCaliLuciene ( BU-Local )
- Classification:
- RT86.73.M46 2009 ( lcc )
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