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Motivations Driving Career Choices: Insights From a Study Among Nursing Students.

Driss Ait Ali, Oumaima Ncila, Soukaina Ouhhamou, Amelia Rizzo, Francesco Chirico, Hicham Khabbache

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Article in SAGE open nursing. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 15 papers.

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Driss Ait AliLaboratory of "Morocco: History, Theology and Languages", Department of Psychology, Faculty of Arts and Human Sciences Fès-Saïss, Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Fez, Morocco.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5043-9677
Oumaima NcilaHigher Institute of Nursing Professions and Health Technics, Ouarzazate, Morocco.
Soukaina OuhhamouHigher Institute of Nursing Professions and Health Technics, Ouarzazate, Morocco.
Amelia RizzoDepartment of Cognitive Sciences, Psychological, Educational, and Cultural Studies, University of Messina, Messina, Italy.
Francesco ChiricoPost-Graduate School of Occupational Health, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy.
Hicham KhabbacheLaboratory of "Morocco: History, Theology and Languages", Department of Psychology, Faculty of Arts and Human Sciences Fès-Saïss, Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Fez, Morocco.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Introduction: Globally, the nursing workforce is crucial to the functioning of healthcare systems. The alarming shortage of nursing staff necessitates careful consideration of the challenging aspects related to this issue to develop successful strategies for attracting and retaining nurses. Objectives: This study aims to explore the motivational factors influencing the decision of students to choose a nursing career and the associated factors. Methods: In this cross-sectional research, a questionnaire was administered to 308 students studying nursing at the Higher Institute of Nursing Professions and Health Techniques. Results: The results of this study revealed several factors influencing the decision of nursing students to choose this profession. The desire to contribute to society and have a positive impact on individuals' lives was identified as the primary motivating factor. Economic considerations also played a significant role. Additionally, it was found that the educational level of parents is a factor influencing students' decisions. Conclusion: This study highlights the importance of various factors in the decision-making process of nursing students. By considering these results, policymakers and healthcare professionals can create an environment conducive to attracting and retaining future nurses.

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