Abstract
This study delves into the intricate web of external factors influencing the decisions of Iligan Medical Center College Nursing Students to seek opportunities abroad. By examining these influences comprehensively, we aim to understand the motivations behind this brain drain phenomenon. Economic considerations are pivotal, with the allure of higher salaries and better living standards abroad serving as powerful motivators. Perceptions of enhanced professional opportunities further drive these aspirations. Additionally, familial influences, such as having relatives working abroad or witnessing their positive outcomes, significantly shape student nurses’ aspirations. Furthermore, we aim to illuminate the broader consequences of brain drain on the sustainability and resilience of the Philippine healthcare system. Data collection involved an online survey questionnaire, categorized into three parts: profiling respondents, closed-ended surveys with binary responses, and open-ended questions about external influencing factors. The study deliberately involves fifty participants across three age groups, with data subjected to frequency and correlation analysis, utilizing descriptive and inferential statistics. Seventy-seven percent of respondents reported having relatives abroad working as nurses, highlighting the prevalence of this familial influence. This research not only addresses the root causes behind pursuing careers abroad but also promotes sustainable development in countries affected by the outflow of skilled healthcare professionals. It enhances understanding of how demographic factors intersect with respondents’ decisions, contextualizing individual choices within broader influences contributing to brain drain among IMCC nursing students.
Presenters
Princesita TimoneraFaculty, College of Arts and Sciences, Iligan Medical Center College, Lanao del Norte, Philippines
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Presentation Type
Paper Presentation in a Themed Session
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KEYWORDS
Brain drain Nursing students Career opportunities abroad External factors Influences
