ASSESS NURSING STUDENTS' SATISFACTION WITH NURSING PROGRAM AT THE PRIVATE NURSING INSTITUTE KARACHI PAKISTAN

Abstract

Background: Nursing education is a dynamic and multidimensional process that involves academic instruction, clinical training, interpersonal skills development, and exposure to diverse healthcare settings.

Objective: To assess nursing students' satisfaction with the nursing program in the private nursing institute in Karachi, Pakistan.

Method: This cross-sectional analytical study was conducted in a private nursing institute in Karachi from 10 February 2023 to 25 June 2023. One hundred forty undergraduate BSN and post-RN nursing students were part of the study.

Result:  The study findings show that the mean satisfaction score, based on a total tool score of 145, was 59.31. Moreover, Gender differences showed insignificant disparity (p = 0.099). Academic program and age were not significant predictors of satisfaction, while 1st-year students demonstrated higher satisfaction (mean score: 60.60) than 3rd-year students (mean score: 56.35, p = 0.021). Conclusion: In conclusion, the study indicates an overall moderate level of satisfaction among nursing students with their program, with a mean score of 59.31 out of 1450. While gender differences did not reach statistical significance, notable disparities in satisfaction were observed between academic years (p = 0.021). We should regularly update the nursing curriculum, teaching methods, and clinical training to match evolving healthcare demands and technology.