The Voices of Online RN-BS Students During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Elsevier

Available online 28 September 2022

Teaching and Learning in NursingHighlights•

RN-BS students experience many challenges in returning to school to complete their baccalaureate education.

The COVID-19 healthcare crisis has resulted in increased stress for RN-BS students due to balancing increased hours of work, working extra shifts, and the shrinking nursing workforce.

Nursing education plays a role in supporting these students for academic success and promoting resilience.

Abstract

The need for associate degree nurses to advance their education to replace the nursing workforce will be critical in the next decade. This qualitative descriptive study explored the experiences and challenges of nurses completing their educational journey in a RN-BS program during the COVID-19 pandemic. Four focus group interviews were conducted with a total of 20 RN-BS students. Data analysis revealed four themes; pulled in many directions, faculty understanding, resilience and opening doors. The COVID-19 pandemic and the current nursing shortage presented increased challenges not experienced before for these nurses pursuing a bachelor's degree. The importance of faculty support and a caring presence during this time was a significant factor for student success.

Keywords

COVID-19

Nursing students

Challenges

Education

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© 2022 Published by Elsevier Inc. on behalf of Organization for Associate Degree Nursing.

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