Related Factors and Satisfaction Levels of Nursing Students in Clinical Settings

Aim: The aim of this study was to evaluate related factors and satisfaction levels of nursing students in the clinical setting.

Method: This study is a descriptive study. The study was conducted with 225 students at a health school nursing department. Data are collected with questionnaire and Student Satisfaction Scale. Data was evaluated by frequency, correlation coefficient, One-Way ANOVA, and Tukey test.

Results: Problems encountered by most students in clinical practice; take responsibility tasks outside and can not go to areas related to clinical courses. Student satisfaction score of students are above the middle level. Satisfaction scores of the 1st and 3rd grade students are higher.

Conclusion: Satisfaction scores of students who enjoy working in clinical practice, practices with nurse, assistance from teacher, and don’t take responsibility for tasks outside are higher