Keywords
Clinical competency
Hospital requirements
Curriculum alignment
Gap analysis
Submitted : 2024-09-01
Accepted : 2024-09-16
Published : 2024-10-01
Abstract
The purpose of this study is to coordinate the alignment between the nursing curriculum and hospital clinical competencies, identify the reasons for the gaps, evaluate the impact of these gaps on the nursing profession, and propose strategies to bridge these gaps. This study will help strengthen nursing education, improve nursing students’ skills, and help students adapt to complex clinical environments.
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