The Effect of COVID-19 on Nursing Education and Clinical Practice in Federal Medical Centre, Keffi
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Background of the Study
The COVID-19 pandemic has had profound effects on various sectors globally, with healthcare and education being among the most impacted. Nursing education, which requires both theoretical and practical components, was significantly disrupted by the pandemic. In particular, the closure of educational institutions, the shift to online learning, and the reorganization of clinical placements created a challenging environment for nursing students. These challenges have had a ripple effect on nursing education and clinical practice, influencing the development of essential clinical skills and readiness to practice in real-world healthcare settings (Ahmad & Rafique, 2023). Nursing students, who are required to develop clinical expertise through hands-on experiences, faced significant obstacles as clinical placements were restricted, and physical learning environments were unavailable.
The Federal Medical Centre in Keffi, Nigeria, is a prominent healthcare institution that provides practical training opportunities for nursing students, making it a critical site for understanding the impact of COVID-19 on nursing education. Before the pandemic, students at the Federal Medical Centre had access to a variety of clinical experiences across multiple departments, providing them with an opportunity to develop and refine their clinical skills. However, with the onset of COVID-19, there was a drastic reduction in in-person clinical training, and many nursing students were forced to rely on virtual learning and simulated environments. This sudden shift raised concerns about the efficacy of remote learning models in preparing students for the realities of healthcare practice (Oluwaseun et al., 2024).
The pandemic not only affected nursing education but also placed an unprecedented strain on healthcare systems worldwide. In hospitals like the Federal Medical Centre, nursing staff had to adapt to rapidly changing circumstances, increased patient volumes, and the heightened risk of infection. This significantly impacted the clinical practice of nursing professionals and the quality of training that students could receive in the midst of the crisis (Brown et al., 2024). The implications of these challenges on students’ clinical competence and preparedness for post-graduation practice remain a critical area of concern.
Statement of the Problem
The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted traditional nursing education models, particularly in clinical training, which is essential for the development of nursing skills. At the Federal Medical Centre in Keffi, nursing students faced restrictions on clinical placements, leading to limited opportunities to gain hands-on experience. Additionally, the shift to virtual learning created an environment where students were not adequately exposed to the real-time challenges of clinical practice. This lack of exposure raised questions about the ability of nursing students to adequately develop the necessary clinical skills for effective healthcare delivery after graduation.
Moreover, there are concerns regarding the long-term effects of this disruption on nursing education in Nigeria, with potential consequences for clinical practice. The rapid transition to online learning platforms, while essential for maintaining academic continuity, may not have been sufficient to ensure the acquisition of practical competencies. This issue needs to be critically examined, as it could have lasting implications on the future quality of nursing care in Nigerian healthcare settings. Thus, it is necessary to explore the impact of COVID-19 on nursing education and clinical practice at the Federal Medical Centre, Keffi, to identify the challenges, adaptations, and outcomes experienced by nursing students during this unprecedented period.
Objectives of the Study
- To assess the impact of COVID-19 on nursing education and clinical practice at the Federal Medical Centre, Keffi.
- To explore the challenges faced by nursing students and faculty in adapting to online learning and limited clinical placements during the pandemic.
- To evaluate the long-term effects of COVID-19 on the clinical competence and preparedness of nursing students for healthcare practice.
Research Questions
- What was the impact of COVID-19 on nursing education and clinical practice at the Federal Medical Centre, Keffi?
- What challenges did nursing students and faculty face in adapting to online learning and limited clinical placements during the pandemic?
- How has COVID-19 affected the clinical competence and preparedness of nursing students for post-graduation practice?
Research Hypotheses
- COVID-19 significantly impacted nursing education and clinical practice at the Federal Medical Centre, Keffi.
- Nursing students and faculty faced substantial challenges in adapting to online learning and limited clinical placements during the pandemic.
- Nursing students who experienced limited clinical placements due to COVID-19 demonstrate lower levels of clinical competence and preparedness for post-graduation practice compared to those who did not face such limitations.
Scope and Limitations of the Study
This study will focus on nursing students and faculty at the Federal Medical Centre, Keffi, to explore the effects of COVID-19 on nursing education and clinical practice. The research will be limited to data collected during the pandemic period, specifically from 2020 to 2022, to understand the immediate and short-term impact. A limitation of the study includes the difficulty in assessing long-term outcomes, as nursing students’ full readiness for practice may not be apparent until they enter the workforce. Additionally, response biases may arise due to students’ subjective experiences or perceptions of online learning and clinical practice during the pandemic.
Definitions of Terms
- COVID-19: A novel coronavirus that caused a global pandemic beginning in 2019, leading to widespread health, social, and economic disruptions.
- Nursing Education: The formal education and training that nurses undergo to acquire the knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary for professional nursing practice.
- Clinical Practice: The application of nursing knowledge and skills in a healthcare setting, involving direct patient care and clinical decision-making.
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