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Abstract
Background: Prior to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, international clinical placements (ICPs) for nursing students were used to build cultural humility and global awareness. This study explored the influence of ICPs on nursing students' career planning and views of the nursing role; the findings were considered against the evolving pandemic context.
Method: A qualitative, descriptive longitudinal study was conducted with 25 preregistration nursing students who participated in an international placement. Semistructured individual interview data were examined using thematic analysis.
Results: Participants were interested in patient equity and empowerment, high acuity and variety, health policy, and primary care. Participants developed resilience and nursing confidence. They saw the effects of poor health equity and health policy decisions on population health.
Conclusion: ICPs expanded participants' understanding of global interconnectedness and also identified new career possibilities. Postpandemic, nursing education should continue to maintain a global focus on health. [J Nurs Educ. 2023;62(4):207-214.].
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The Journal of Nursing Education is a monthly, peer-reviewed journal publishing original articles and new ideas for nurse educators in various types and levels of nursing programs for over 50 years. The Journal enhances the teaching-learning process, promotes curriculum development, and stimulates creative innovation and research in nursing education.
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