Home⇛International Journal of Multidisciplinary: Applied Business and Education Research⇛vol. 6 no. 3 (2025)

Exploring Emilio Aguinaldo College Nursing Graduate Outcomes: A Longitudinal Study

Joan O. Ranada | Sheryl H. Ramirez | Cherylline V. Mendoza | Reynalyn M. Bataan | Jayson S Austria | Kiana Coleen P. Watiwat | Ariel M. Ortuoste

Discipline: Social Sciences

 

Abstract:

The tracer study sheds light on the importance of feedback from nursing alumni about various aspects of their post-graduation experience. Its main purpose is to assess the effectiveness and relevance of the educational programs provided. The study typically collects information on employment status, job satisfaction, skills acquired, and the relevance of these skills to the labor market. Strengthening the relationship between the school and the alumni fosters networking opportunities, mentorship, and contributions to the Marian School of Nursing. The study specifically aimed to explore career placement and progression. A quantitative descriptive approach was used to analyze survey responses from 201 alumni nurses who graduated between 1992 and 2023. Online surveys were administered to alumni via Google forms. Descriptive statistics were utilized to analyze respondents' feedback. Results revealed that the majority have remained to work in the Philippines at 72% while a few Emilian nurses have chosen to work in the United States of America at 8.9%. Seventeen percent (17%) of the respondents diverted to other career pathways or non-nursing jobs, with a predominance of Nursing graduates settling with their chosen career (83%). Based on the respondents' viewpoint, they have expressed deep gratitude towards their alma mater. Mostly have praised EAC for the gained excellent educational experience and precious memories they have had during college days. These are consistent achievements of the program goals and outcomes where alumni are expected to live a life of Virtue, Excellence and Service. However, the study's findings suggest that our nursing leaders in academia and practice should make a firm commitment to working together to promote high-quality nursing practice as well as high-quality nursing education. Global nursing leaders have the power to educate not only the next generation of nurses but also the public, including policymakers in both public and private institutions. This is particularly true when it comes to enacting pertinent laws that will help produce high-caliber nurses for both nursing practice and nursing education.



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