Unraveling the Appeal of Nursing to Gen Z: When the Ideal of Service Meets Sustainable Career Opportunities

In the career choices of Generation Z – a generation that values humanistic values, social significance, and long-term development opportunities – nursing is emerging as a highly attractive "bright spot." This is not only due to the increasing demand for personnel, but also because nursing fulfills the aspirations of contributing to society, practicing a respectable profession, and affirming one's self-worth in a global field.

High demand for manpower, abundant job opportunities.

According to domestic and international reports on healthcare workforce, nursing is currently one of the sectors facing a serious shortage of personnel. In Vietnam, the ratio of nurses per 10,000 people remains significantly lower than the recommendations of the World Health Organization (WHO). Meanwhile, the trend of an aging population, increasing chronic diseases, and the demand for high-quality healthcare are making the role of nurses increasingly irreplaceable.

Internationally, many developed countries in Asia-Pacific, Europe, and the Middle East are continuously expanding their policies to recruit nurses, creating broad career opportunities, stable income, and a professional working environment for graduates in this field.

Nursing - a profession of knowledge, skill, and compassion.

Contrary to old stereotypes, modern nursing is not just about "caring according to medical orders," but is an independent profession requiring a solid scientific foundation, proficient practical skills, and high ethical standards. Nurses are the closest companions to patients, playing a crucial role in comprehensive care, rehabilitation, and improving quality of life.

Dr. Tran Quang Huy - Head of the Nursing Department at Dai Nam University shared: “Nursing is a profession that harmoniously combines science and humanities. Nurses not only need to be highly skilled professionally, but also must have a compassionate heart, a professional demeanor, and a spirit of lifelong learning. These are precisely the values that Generation Z is seeking when choosing a career path…”

Dai Nam University - a destination for regional standard nursing training.

Understanding the development trends of the industry and the needs of students, the Nursing program at Dai Nam University is built with a systematic, modern, and integrated approach.

The training program is developed according to ASEAN competency standards, suitable for the context of disease patterns, culture, and social needs in Vietnam. A notable feature is the increase in practical training time to over 50%, helping students become familiar with the hospital environment and hone their professional skills from the early years.

In particular, Dai Nam University applies the Dave Skills Assessment Scale for practical assessment through the OSPE station-based testing method – an advanced assessment method currently being implemented by international nursing universities. This assessment method accurately measures students' practical skills, clinical thinking, and problem-solving abilities in realistic conditions.

Another advantage that Gen Z is particularly interested in is the optimal training time. In just 3.5 years (11 semesters), students can complete the program and receive a Bachelor of Nursing degree, ready to enter the domestic and international job market.

Comprehensive training covering everything from professional skills to work ethics.

In addition to specialized knowledge, nursing students at Dai Nam University are also given special attention in developing professional ethics, communication skills, patient care skills, and a professional demeanor. The training process is led by a team of well-trained lecturers with extensive practical experience, who closely support students in every lesson and every practical session.

In a learning environment that emphasizes the value of "dedication to the learner," the Nursing program at Dai Nam University is gradually asserting its position as a training ground for high-quality nursing professionals, meeting the requirements of integration and sustainable development in the healthcare sector.

The appeal of nursing to Gen Z lies not only in job opportunities or income, but more profoundly in the value of contributing to the community and society. In this journey, a standardized, practical, and humane training program like the one at Dai Nam University is a solid springboard for young people to confidently enter the profession, practicing it with knowledge, courage, and heart.

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