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Motivations, Values, and Emotions among Nursing Students Volunteering in an Emergency: Qualitative Study

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  • Racheli Silvern

    (RN, MHA, PhD, Lecturer, Nursing Department, Ashkelon Academic College, Israel)

  • Becky Tsarfati

    (RN, MHA, PhD, Lecturer, Nursing Department, Ashkelon Academic College, Israel)

  • Hagar Binoun Chaki

    (MSW, PhD, Deputy Dean, the Faculty of Social Work, Ashkelon Academic College, Israel)

  • Inbal Amit

    (RN, MA, Director of Nursing Assuta Public Hospital, Ashdod, Israel.)

  • Sara Sberro Cohen

    (RN, MA, Deputy District Manager, Maccabi Health Services, Israel.)

  • Ilya Kagan

    (RN, MA, MBA, PhD, Professor, Head, Nursing Department, Ashkelon Academic College, Israel)

Abstract

Background: In the fifth wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, healthcare personnel absenteeism increased. Hospitals called on students to volunteer. This study aimed to a) examine the motivations and experiences of nursing students in their volunteering during the pandemic and b) propose a model for developing a volunteer program for students in emergencies. Methods: In this qualitative study, 20 nursing students who volunteered at a hospital during the pandemic underwent an in-depth interview. Results: Personal and professional values contributed to the student’s participation. Most students stated that the value of volunteering was rooted in their social and family background and perceived it as a valuable and meaningful experience expressing the essence of nursing. The academic environment positively affected their decision to volunteer. Conclusions: Student volunteering uniquely contributes to their professional and personal development. The value of volunteering must be taught as part of shaping the professional identity of an academic nurse.

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  • Racheli Silvern & Becky Tsarfati & Hagar Binoun Chaki & Inbal Amit & Sara Sberro Cohen & Ilya Kagan, 2025. "Motivations, Values, and Emotions among Nursing Students Volunteering in an Emergency: Qualitative Study," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 9(3), pages 104-114, March.
    • Handle: RePEc:bcp:journl:v:9:y:2025:issue-3:p:104-114
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