Original Article
Qualitative study on the experiences of undergraduate nursing interns using nursing information systems
He Danni, Chen Yanfei, Cao Shihua, Zhu Xiaohong, Qi Wenhao, Chen Xiaomin, Qian Lihua
Published 2024-06-06
Cite as Chin J Mod Nurs, 2024, 30(16): 2131-2136. DOI: 10.3760/cma.j.cn115682-20231123-02206
Abstract
ObjectiveTo deeply understand the inner experiences of undergraduate nursing interns using Nursing Information Systems (NIS) and provide references for formulating relevant intervention strategies.
MethodsA descriptive phenomenological approach was adopted for this qualitative study. Purposeful sampling was used to select undergraduate nursing interns from four comprehensive hospitals in Hangzhou during February to May 2023 for semi-structured interviews. The interview data were analyzed using Colaizzi's seven-step method to extract themes.
ResultsFour themes were identified in this study: insufficient preparedness of undergraduate nursing interns in using NIS, low engagement of undergraduate nursing interns in using NIS, perceived benefits of using NIS by undergraduate nursing interns, and adaptation strategies of undergraduate nursing interns using NIS.
ConclusionsThere are issues such as insufficient preparedness and low engagement among undergraduate nursing interns in using NIS. Some respondents experience emotions such as anxiety, fatigue, and decreased enthusiasm. It is recommended that colleges and internship hospitals pay attention to the clinical work demands and the learning needs of nursing interns, thus providing education and support for the use of NIS.
Key words:
Undergraduate; Internship; Nursing care; Nursing Information System; Nursing informatics; Qualitative study
Contributor Information
He Danni
School of Nursing, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou 311100, China
Chen Yanfei
School of Nursing, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou 311100, China
Cao Shihua
School of Nursing, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou 311100, China
Nursing Branch, Qianjiang College, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou 310036, China
Zhu Xiaohong
School of Nursing, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou 311100, China
Qi Wenhao
School of Nursing, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou 311100, China
Chen Xiaomin
Department of Nursing, Zhejiang Provincial People's Hospital, Hangzhou 310051, China
Qian Lihua
Department of Nursing, Affiliated Hangzhou First People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310003, China