JNCR

The mission of the journal is to contribute to the development of nursing science and care practices in Turkey and internationally. It is also to promote and disseminate new knowledge and research data for evidence-based care practices at all levels of nursing services. The Journal of Nursing Care Research deals with Fundamentals of Nursing, Internal Medicine Nursing, Surgical Nursing, Obstetrics and Gynecology Nursing, Child Health and Diseases Nursing, Mental Health and Diseases Nursing, Public Health Nursing and Management in Nursing and accepts articles on these topics.

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Original Article
Examining the relationship between nursing students' reasons for choosing a profession and their perceptions of the image of nursing
Aims: Nursing is distinct from other professions as it involves providing care to both healthy and ill individuals grounded in scientific knowledge. Consequently, making an informed career choice in nursing is crucial for both individual and public health. This study aimed to explore the factors influencing Turkish nursing students’ choice of the profession and their perceptions of its professional image.
Methods: A descriptive, cross-sectional design was employed with 490 nursing students from a Faculty of Nursing in Turkiye. Data were gathered using the Student Introduction Form, the Scale for the Image of Nursing Profession (INP), and the Scale of Vocational Choice in Nursing (SVCN). Statistical analyses included Chi-square, Fisher’s exact test, Pearson correlation, linear regression, independent t-test, one-way ANOVA, and post hoc tests.
Results: The mean age of participants was 20.0±2.2 years, with 89% being female. The mean SVCN score was 57.72±14.31, and the mean INP score was 163.52±14.99. A significant positive correlation was observed between vocational choice and professional image (r=0.363, p<0.01). Regression analysis demonstrated that vocational choice significantly influences the perception of nursing (ß=0.363, p<0.001).
Conclusion: Strengthening students’ professional image during education is essential for enhancing vocational commitment and advancing the nursing profession.


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Volume 3, Issue 3, 2026
Page : 78-84
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