RN-to-BSN Student Reports of Missed Nursing Care During the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Abstract

Missed nursing care (MNC) is an error of omission that affects patient safety and nurse job satisfaction. RN-to-baccalaureate nursing (BSN) students, who fulfill dual roles as learners and working nurses, possess valuable insights. Understanding their experiences during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic is essential for nurse educators, as the stressors associated with MNC could have repercussions on student well-being and academic performance. This cross-sectional survey study used the MISSCARE Survey to explore the experiences of MNC among a sample of RN-to-BSN students during the COVID-19 pandemic. The study findings indicate RN-to-BSN students encountered MNC and reported staffing issues and patient acuity as the primary reasons for such occurrences, aligning with existing literature. Given the convergence between student reports and established research, it is imperative for nurse educators to address MNC with their students. This proactive approach will empower students to effectively manage this nursing practice concern. [J Nurs Educ. 2024;63(7):478-481.].