School Culture, Self-Efficacy, and Job Readiness of Student Nurses from a University in Quezon City

  • Ushley Charm C. Conejares St. Luke’s College of Nursing, Trinity University of Asia, Philippines
  • Joanna Marie G. Chua St. Luke’s College of Nursing, Trinity University of Asia, Philippines
  • Reese S. Chua St. Luke’s College of Nursing, Trinity University of Asia, Philippines
  • Tashanah Marie N. Cid St. Luke’s College of Nursing, Trinity University of Asia, Philippines
  • Hannah Arabella J. Collamar St. Luke’s College of Nursing, Trinity University of Asia, Philippines
  • Diana Rose P. Concha St. Luke’s College of Nursing, Trinity University of Asia, Philippines
  • Roselene Jane E. Consumo St. Luke’s College of Nursing, Trinity University of Asia, Philippines
  • Jasper Zeppi C. Cornejo St. Luke’s College of Nursing, Trinity University of Asia, Philippines
  • Tristan Jourdan Casugbu Dela Cruz St. Luke’s College of Nursing, Trinity University of Asia, Philippines
Keywords: school culture, self-efficacy, job readiness,, hybrid learning, nursing students

Abstract

This descriptive-correlational study investigated the relationship between school culture, self-efficacy, and job readiness among 197 nursing students in Quezon City, Philippines. A modified questionnaire assessed the students' perceptions across the three domains. Results indicated a positive perception of school culture (mean=3.41), emphasizing on the effective learning opportunities. Self-efficacy (mean=3.35) demonstrated student confidence in managing complex situations. Job readiness (mean=3.40) highlighted strong interpersonal skills, while confidence in applying nursing knowledge was relatively lower. Moderate and strong positive correlations were found between school culture and job readiness (r=0.393) and self-efficacy and job readiness (r=0.571), respectively. These findings underscore the importance of a supportive school culture and strong self-efficacy in preparing nursing students for professional practice. Creating learner-centric educational environments that foster open communication, collaboration, and practical learning can enhance job readiness and facilitate a smoother transition into the healthcare workforce.

Author Biographies

Ushley Charm C. Conejares, St. Luke’s College of Nursing, Trinity University of Asia, Philippines

Ushley Charm C. Conejares is a 25-year-old graduating nursing student from Trinity University of Asia – St. Luke’s College of Nursing. Her academic interests include pediatric nursing and child health. She is dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality care to children and aspires to contribute to the advancement of pediatric nursing practice.

Joanna Marie G. Chua, St. Luke’s College of Nursing, Trinity University of Asia, Philippines

Joanna Marie G. Chua is a 27-year-old graduating student from Trinity University of Asia – St. Luke’s College of Nursing. Her academic focus is on critical care and intensive care nursing. She is committed to providing evidence-based, empathetic care to critically ill patients and aims to support improvements in ICU nursing.

Reese S. Chua, St. Luke’s College of Nursing, Trinity University of Asia, Philippines

Reese S. Chua is a 21-year-old graduating nursing student from Trinity University of Asia – St. Luke’s College of Nursing. With a strong interest in surgical nursing, he is passionate about becoming an operating room (OR) nurse and is devoted to promoting patient safety and advancing perioperative care practices.

Tashanah Marie N. Cid, St. Luke’s College of Nursing, Trinity University of Asia, Philippines

Tashanah Marie N. Cid is a 21-year-old nursing student at Trinity University of Asia – St. Luke’s College of Nursing. She is deeply committed to providing quality care, promoting health, and making a meaningful difference in patient lives. Her training has strengthened her dedication to excellence, compassion, and service in the nursing profession.

Hannah Arabella J. Collamar, St. Luke’s College of Nursing, Trinity University of Asia, Philippines

Hannah Arabella J. Collamar is a 22-year-old graduating student from Trinity University of Asia – St. Luke’s College of Nursing. She has a strong academic and clinical interest in operating room nursing and is passionate about pursuing a career in surgical care. Her focus is on providing safe, effective, and patient-centered care in high-acuity settings.

Diana Rose P. Concha, St. Luke’s College of Nursing, Trinity University of Asia, Philippines

Diana Rose P. Concha is a 22-year-old graduating student from Trinity University of Asia – St. Luke’s College of Nursing. She has a particular interest in operating room (OR) and neurocritical care nursing. She is driven to contribute to specialized areas of nursing that demand precision, emotional resilience, and clinical excellence.

Roselene Jane E. Consumo, St. Luke’s College of Nursing, Trinity University of Asia, Philippines

Roselene Jane E. Consumo is a 23-year-old nursing student from Trinity University of Asia – St. Luke’s College of Nursing. Her academic and clinical interests are centered on intensive care nursing. She aspires to develop advanced critical care skills and is committed to providing evidence-based care that improves patient outcomes.

Jasper Zeppi C. Cornejo, St. Luke’s College of Nursing, Trinity University of Asia, Philippines

Jasper Zeppi C. Cornejo is a 23-year-old graduating nursing student from Trinity University of Asia – St. Luke’s College of Nursing. His academic interests lie in emergency and trauma nursing. He thrives in high-stakes clinical environments and is devoted to delivering timely, compassionate care while supporting innovations in emergency healthcare practices.

 

Tristan Jourdan Casugbu Dela Cruz, St. Luke’s College of Nursing, Trinity University of Asia, Philippines

Dr. Tristan Jourdan C. Dela Cruz is the Program Chair of Trinity University of Asia – St. Luke’s College of Nursing and serves as an Associate Professor in both the undergraduate and graduate programs. He brings extensive expertise in nursing research, palliative care, disaster nursing, and nursing education. A former emergency room nurse at St. Luke’s Medical Center–Quezon City and a former Dispute Resolution Owner at IBM Philippines, Dr. Dela Cruz integrates clinical and academic experience to advance nursing practice and leadership.

Published
2025-05-25
How to Cite
Conejares, U. C., Chua, J. M., Chua, R., Cid, T. M., Collamar, H. A., Concha, D. R., Consumo, R. J., Cornejo, J. Z., & Dela Cruz, T. J. (2025, May 25). School Culture, Self-Efficacy, and Job Readiness of Student Nurses from a University in Quezon City. Puissant, 6, 2746-2762. Retrieved from //puissant.stepacademic.net/puissant/article/view/558
Issue
Vol 6 (2025): Volume 6
Section
Articles