Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic–Induced Changes in Clinical Practicums on the Mental Health of Newly Graduated Nurses: Longitudinal Study
The perceived quality and extent of clinical practicum experiences significantly influenced the psychological burden and career intentions of newly graduated nurses. Disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic may have lasting effects on nurses' mental health. These findings underscore the need for continuous workplace support and targeted mental health interventions for early-career nurses to ensure safe and sustainable nursing practice.
Authors
- Yuka Ohue
- Takashi Ohue (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2021-4108)
Institutions
- Okayama University (JP)
- Okayama University Hospital (JP)
- Hyogo University (JP)
Publication Details
- Journal
- JMIR Nursing
- Published
- 2025-11-09
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.2196/79556
- Primary Topic
- COVID-19 and Mental Health
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- Japan Society for the Promotion of Science