Nursing Informatics Competency and Its Associated Factors Among nursing interns: A Cross-sectional Study in Mainland China

Objective: This study aims to explore the current status and influencing factors of nursing interns' competency in task completion, providing insights into effective strategies for enhancing teaching and training methodologies in nursing education. Methods: A convenience sampling approach was utilized, involving 375 nursing interns who graduated in 2023 from a top-tier tertiary hospital. Data were collected using a general information questionnaire and a competency assessment scale designed for nursing interns.This study adhered to ethical guidelines approved by the School of nursing, Pingdingshan University, Henan 467000, China.All participants provided informed consent, and their anonymity was rigorously protected. Results: The overall competency score was 208.87 ± 42.87, with an average score rate of 77.36%. Key factors influencing nursing interns' competency included their passion for the nursing profession, satisfaction with clinical instructors, participation in career planning training, and exposure to clinical communication skills training. Conclusions: The competency level of nursing interns is at an upper-middle level, indicating room for improvement. Nursing educators should employ diverse strategies to further enhance students' task completion abilities.