Thesis Final 2

THE TRACER STUDY OF NURSING GRADUATES OF UNIVERSITY
OF BATANGAS AY 2005-2006 TO 2014-2015:

A TOOL FOR CAREER ENHANCEMENT
An Undergraduate Thesis
Submitted to the Faculty of the College of Nursing
University of Batnagas
Hilltop, Batangas
In Partial Fulfilment of the requirement for the degree

Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Adia, Patricia T.
Aguila Cristine R.
Magsino Alyssa Jaen R.
October 2016
University of Batangas
Hilltop, Batangas City
College of Nursing and Midwifery
CERTIFICATION AND RECOMMENDATION FOR ORAL EXAMINATION

This thesis entitled: The Tracer Study of Nursing Graduates of University
of Batangas by the year 2006-2007 to 2014-2015 a tool for Career
Enhancement is prepared and submitted in partial fulfilment for the degree of
Bachelor of Science in Nursing has been examined and is recommended for oral
examination.
Candidates:
Adia Patricia T.
Aguila, Cristine R.
Magsino, Alyssa Jean R.
Mrs. Ma. Joycelyn Zaraspe R.N., M.A.N

Thesis Advise
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The researchers would like to extend their sincerest gratitude to the
following persons who have shared their precious time and knowledge, from the
advices they gave to the researchers.
First of all, to Almighty God for guiding them in their everyday lives, and for
sending His Holy Spirit to help them to do the research study.
To Dra Abegayle Machelle Chua Perez Chua, Vice President of the
Student Affair/ Dean, The Dean of the college of Nursing and Midwifery in
University of Batangas for her continuous encouragement.
To Mrs. Rufina M. Dimalibot RN, RM, MAN The department head of the
College of Nursing and Midwifery for encouragement and support
To Mrs. Ma. Joycelyn Zaraspe R.N, M.A.N thesis adviser for giving them
an advises, encouragement and determination to pursue our research study, for
sharing their knowledge and ideas.
To Miss Bernadette B. Reyes R, M, R.N, M.A.N., the Former Dean of the
College of Nursing and Midwifery in University of Batangas, who until her day of
retirement had kind concern and consideration regarding their research study
To Mrs. Marta Magsino, the librarian of University of Batangas, for allowing
the researches to use their research materials, books, journal, and other
references.
To respondents, who cooperated and voluntarily answered the
questionnaires to complete the data.
To Dr. Aurora Tolentino the statistical expertise invaluable during the
analysis and interpretation of the data that has been collected.
To Mrs. Grace Delgado for checking and introducing new words to
meeting participants and monitor language and grammar usage
To University of Batangas, their academic institution for giving the ideas

and knowledge to do the research study.
To Panel of examiners Mrs.Jennifer Berberabe and Former Faculty
Mr.DansonLagar, for their effort giving their advice to improve the study
To their families who have given their support and guidance, who serve as
inspirations to pursue this research study.
The researchers,
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DEDICATION
The researchers humbly dedicate the completion of this research to the

persons who love them, support them and gave them encouragement which
inspired them during the most challenging phase of their lives.
To the Creator, the Beloved Father for His light and providence, to their
family, whose hardships and sacrifices served as an inspiration and guidance in
their studies. To their friends, instructors, mentors, without them, the researchers
could not have fulfil this finished their thesis.
This book is lovingly and heartedly dedicated to their loving parents,
brothers and sisters, who gave them the chance to study and support for their
daily needs.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGES
TITLE PAGE
CERTIFICATION AND RECOMMENDATION FOR ORAL DEFENCE
ii
ACKNOWLEGEMENT
iii
DEDICATION
TABLE OF CONTENTS
vi
LIST OF TABLES
ix
LIST OF FIGURE
CHAPTER
1. THE PROBLEM AND ITS SETTING
Introduction
Conceptual Framework
Conceptual Paradigm
Statement of the Problem
Scope, Limitation & Delimitation
Significance of the Study
11
Assumptions
13
Definition of Terms
13
2. REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE AND STUDY

Related Literature
16
Related Studies
23
Synthesis of Reviewed Studies
27
3. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND DESIGN

Research Design
31
Subject of the Study

32
Research Instruments
33
Data Gathering
34
Statistical Treatment of Data
34
4. PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION OF DATA

Action plan
49
5. SUMMARY OF FINDINGS, CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATION

Summary Findings
51
Findings
51
Conclusion
52
Recommendation
54
BIBLIOGRAPHY
APPENDICES
Letters
Sample Questionnaire
Time Table
Budget Proposal
Percentage of Traced Graduates AY 2005-2015
List of traced respondents per Academic year Graduate
CURRICULUM VITAE
LIST OF TABLES
Table
No
Title
Page
Table of Samples
33
Frequency and Percentage Distribution of Respondents
36
According to Gender
37
According to the Civil Status
38
According to Year Graduated
39
According to the Educational Attainment
41
According to Training Advance Studies Attended
42
According to the Length it takes to Land the First Job

Status
43
According to Present Employment Status

9
Frequency and percentage Distribution of Respondents
44
According to Reasons for Accepting the Job
10
45
According to Reasons for Staying on the Job
11

According to Competencies Learned in College
47
LIST OF FIGURE
Figure
1. Relational Pattern of the Traced Nursing Graduate
In Academic Year 2005-2006 to 2014-2015
Page
8
Chapter I
The Problem and its Background
Introduction
Nurses are actively generating, publishing and applying research in
practice to improve client care and enhanced nursings scientific knowledge
base. Nursing is a profession involved in the delivery of healthcare. A finding from
the research defines the unique role of a nurse in a better way. Nurses are
committed to the evolution of a fairly distinct body of knowledge that surpasses
nursing from other profession. This knowledge can be developed by means of
scientific research (G Neelakshi 2012).
Nursing is one of the most exciting jobs in the world today Nurses work in
an environment that is constantly changing to provide the best possible care for
patient. The primary objective of nursing is to care of, as in sickness or infirmity.
(Dictionary 2010), promote health and prevention of disease. With this, health
teaching will set in and information and dissemination is done. For nurses, it is
much better to do health promotion for people and to prevent different types of
illness. They are not only caregivers but also facilitators of health. Having
excellent communication skills, they intended to encourage the community with
the assistance of hard-working and dedicated nurses to attain

and maintain optimal health and quality life.
Nursing education consists in the theatrical and practical training provided
to prepare them for their duties as nursing care professionals. Most countries
offer nurse education courses that can be relevant to general nursing or to
specialized areas including mental health nursing, pediatric nursing and postoperatory nursing. Nurse education also provides post-qualification courses in
specialist subjects within nursing.
According to Nurse Salary guide (2016) the career outlook for Registered
Nurses is very strong with expected growth of 19 percent all careers growth is
estimated at 11 percent between 20122022. According to projections from
the Bureau of Labor Statistics by 2022 there will be an increase in the number of
Registered nurses of 526,800, over half a million. A lot of new nursing jobs for the
near future definitely a career with good prospects. Ericta (2013) In 2012, Filipino
families had an annual income of 235 thousand pesos, on average. In
comparison, their expenditure for the same year was 193 thousand pesos, on
average. An average annual savings of 42 thousand pesos per family these
estimates are based on the results of the 2012 Family Income and Expenditure
Survey (FIES), and were computed at prices in year 2012.
This paper presents the relevant results of a larger study that traced the
graduates of nursing to check if nursing education mattered in the actual careers
that they pursued. It attempts to discover if the preferred route and hence
embedded culture of employment among Filipino fresh

graduates still prevails despite taking nursing education. Research has an
important role to play in helping nursing to establish scientific base for its
practice. Knowledge of interest and involvement in nursing research can
significant effect on depth and breadth of the professional practice of every
nurse. A graduate tracer study is an important tool for finding the condition of the
graduates of an institution and to know their current situation particularly their
employment status. It is also an assessment tool where the target groups or
population are traced. They are the nursing graduates of the University of
Batangas. This study was mandated by Commission of Higher Education
(CHED) as part of fulfilling the requirement in nursing. Tracer study is also used
to determine the total number of graduates who were presently employed,
underemployed, unemployed. It is an assessment made for the improvement of
their institution regarding their standard of education. The study is pertaining to
the analysis of the relationship between higher education and work, as well their
accomplishment in the field of nursing.
The University of Batangas formerly known as Western Philippine
Colleges was started established more than half a century ago on April 28, 1946.
The University plays an important role in enhancing the quality life of all the
individuals. The university goal is to equip the students with knowledge, attitude
and skills through different activities. University of Batangas is one of the
universities in the province who developed and produced well educated, talented,
knowledgeable and competitive graduates through quality education. The above
says that educational institution has the accountability in

providing excellence graduates who are suited for employment, and it expects to
continue to grow and contribute to the betterment of its students, its faculty and
staff, their respective families and the communities they belong to, into the 21st
century and beyond. (ub.edu.ph/history)
The University of Batangas gave birth to its College of Nursing and
Midwifery in the year 1994. This department was built to meet the educational
needs of nursing and midwifery students in providing nursing services to the
people in the urban and rural settings especially to the portion of population who
have reached by adequate health care. The department is committed to creating
future
nurses
for
the
development
of
health
care
system
(www.ub.edu.comph2010). The students in the university will also practice using

the platforms that will offer learning practice to enhance for their skills.
The Research study was conducted to evaluate the present employment
Status of the nursing graduates of University of Batangas (Batch 2006-2007 to
2014-2015). The main advantages of this are to provide complete up-to date
information on the state of the employment of graduates of nursing. The result of
the study may help an institution to evaluate the quality of education given to
their graduates by knowing the graduates placements and positions in the
society which later can used as a benchmark in producing more qualified and
competitive graduates and as nursing students, this study will help them to
become research oriented and will give a way execute evidence-based practice
and relevant research based information.
The professional success of graduates are considered

taking into account personal factors like gender, work motivation, acquired
qualifications during course of study; evaluate on the basis of the experience and
views of graduates, including resources, facilities and curriculum and get
feedback for their improvement. The study will also identify key aspects of the
continuing
professional education of nursing graduates, including extent, cost, location,
reasons for participation and proposals for University that are pertinent to assess
their personal and professional career enhancement.
Conceptual Framework
This framework of the study is a structure that can support a theory of
research work. It explains why the problem under the study exists. The
theoretical base on this issue helps the respondents in understanding the
importance of nursing profession not only the job but also as a profession.
Madeleine Leiningers theory of Culture Care Theory of Diversity and
Universality as cited in the book of Alligood (2014) the transcultural nurse
generalist as a nurse prepared at the baccalaureate level, which is able to apply
transcultural nursing concept, principles and practices that are gener ate by
transcultural nurses specialist. It also refers to formal area of humanistic and
scientific knowledge and practices focused on holistic culture care phenomena
and competencies to assist individual deal with disabilities, dying or other human
conditions in culturally congruent and beneficial way.
The transcultural theory is related to the present study

because it concerned on how nurses respect and appreciate for the individuality
and diversity of patient beliefs, values, spirituality and culture about the illness. It
helps nurses to identify and meet the cultural need of diverse groups. The nurses
must be aware to work with individuals from diverse culture.
Betty Neuman theory of System Model in the book of Nursing Theorists
and their work by Martha Raile Alligood (2014) views the client as an open
system that responds to stressors in the environment. The client variables are
physiological, psychological, sociocultural, developmental, and spiritual. The
client system consists of a basic or core structure that is protected by lines of
resistance. The usual level of health is identified as the normal line of defines that
is protected by a flexible line of defence.
Betty Neuman used Selyes definition of stress, which is the nonspecific
response of the body to any demand made on it. Stress increase the demand for
readjustment, this demand is nonspecific, it requires adaptation to a problem,
irrespective of the nature of the problem the essence of stress is the non-specific
demand for activity. Neuman categorize stressors as interpersonal stressors that
occur within the individual, interpersonal stressors those that occur in an
unrealistic role expectations and extra personal stressors that occur outside the
person.
According to Neuman system model reflects nursing interest in well and ill
people as a holistic system and in the environmental influences on health. The
theory is related to the present study provides intuition into the

job condition that can cause stress it depends upon to the employees relation to
it. When stress increases, the performance will become increase because stress
helps a person to meet job requirements. If the stress become tie, the person will
breakdown and become ill to work. It also defines as a harmful physical,
emotionally response that occurs when the requirements of the job not match the
capabilities of the worker it will lead to poor health even in injury.
This paradigm shows the relationship about the information that will be
gathered of the nursing graduates of University of Batangas College of Nursing
from batch 2005-2006 to 2014-2015. The Input contains the profile of the
graduates which include the gender, civil status, location of residence,
educational attainment, professional examination passed, occupation, location of
residence, trainings/advanced studies, job level position, gross monthly earnings.
The next part is the throughout it talks about the analysis of the nursing
graduates according to their job related. While the output show the implication to
nursing profession. The feedback loop indicates the connection between the
output and input.
Conceptual Paradigm
INPUT
Demographic Profile
o Gender
o Civil Status
o Professional
o Examination passed
o Occupation
o Location of Residence
o Educational attainment
o Training/Advance studies
o Job level position
o Gross monthly earning
Status of Nursing Graduates
o Present employment status
o Name of the company
o Place of work
Factors affect the employment status
o Competencies learned in college
o Job preferences
o Rating in professional
examination
Throughput
Analysis of the career

enhancement of the
nursing graduates
Analysis of the nursing

graduates according to
their job related
OUTPUT
Implications to
nursing
profession
A paradigm for
the Enhance of
quality Nursing
Education
Program
Feedback loop
FIGURE I. Relational pattern of the Traced Nursing Graduate in AY 2005-2006 to
2014-2015

This study intended to trace the Nursing Graduate of University of Batangas,
College of Nursing and Midwifery Batch 2006-2015
Generally, this study pursed to answer the following questions:
1. What is the demographic profile of the nursing graduates of the University
of Batangas, AY 2006-2002 to 20014- 2015?
1.1 Civil Status,
1.2 Gender,
1.3 Year graduated,
1.4 Educational Attainment
1.5 Training and Advance Studies
2. What is the employability status of the Nursing Graduates in terms of?
2.1 Lengths it takes to land the first job,
2.2 Present employment status,
2.4 Reasons for accepting job
2.5 Reasons for staying on job,
2.6 Competency learned in college?
3. What are the implications of the study to the nursing education?
Scope of Limitations
This study preconceived to gather information about the nursing graduate of
University of Batangas College of Nursing and Midwifery AY 2005-2006 to 20142015. The respondents were from batch 2006 to 2015 graduates of University of
batangas. This study was conducted from November 2015 to

October 2016. The numbers of respondents included in the study were from
previously traced graduates of nine hundred thirty-nine (939) and the recently
traced nursing graduates of ninety five (95) with the total of one thousand thirty
four (1034). There were 1,852 graduates from AY 2006-2015, a total of 56 percent
of the graduates were traced.
The study included the profile of the nursing graduates such as the civil
status, gender, year graduated, present employment status, reasons for accepting
the job, reasons for staying on job, competency learned in college, current monthly
earning, training program attended, accomplishments attained and implication of
the study to nursing education. The employability status of the graduates was also
determined.
The researchers encountered certain problems in conducting the study
because of the availability of the respondents depending on their schedule at
work. Also, there is the process of requesting for permission to conduct a survey to
the employed nurses in the respective institutions which paved way for another
dilemma. Some identified graduates that can be a respondent for the research
refuses to participate and provide their perspectives. Lastly, the findings of the
study served as the basis for content of an employment of the nursing graduates.
Significance of the Study
Explorations, reviews and investigations from this research can

provide legitimate data that can contribute to further studies about nurses
especially the following sectors and groups of persons.
For the Nursing Graduates as the instruments in improving the study,
they will be able to disseminate information and data that will serve as a guide and
basis to expand their knowledge and skills regarding the study. Also, this will serve
as an essential document as regard to the stability of their employment status and
provide information considering the number of unemployed nurses.
For the Dean of College in Nursing, the status of their graduates will be
identified and it can present information on how they can improve their curriculum
and educational process. The Dean will also help the researchers to disseminate
the questionnaire for the nursing graduates whether they pass the licensure
examination.
For the Nursing Students, this can be a sense of inspiration to aim for
higher achievements rather than settling for the average. Moreover, the statistical
results of this study can supply facts about the employment status of the
graduates setting on the right track.
For the Clinical Instructors, the result of the study may provide baseline
data in supervising.
For the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), as the creator of
the curriculum of the college of Nursing, the findings of this study will direct the
focal point of the skills and values as well as the problems encountered that can
be the key leader and effective partner in transforming college

students towards producing highly competent and productive professionals
through dynamic excellent and client oriented services.
For the Hospital/Institutional Administrators, for giving insights about
work attitudes of staff nurse in relation to how they perceive, interact and care for
the patient.
For the University of Batangas, this will be a significant basis for
initiating and implementing improvement plans in academic curriculum, as it will
provide information about the graduates chosen career. This will, also, serve as
their reference point in improving the existing programs and in designing new
programs that may address the needed and legitimate training in college. And
lastly, this study could provide possibilities of accurate seminars that are needed
by the students.
For the Faculty, the findings of the study can reflect their image as
professionals to the point of their standards and quality of work and service to the
institution. In addition, the success of their former students reflects their
effectiveness as mentors.
For the Future Researchers, expansion of the investigation will be a
great help for those who desires to conduct similar tracer study for the nursing
graduates. This will provide them appropriate information which can be their basis
for their study.
For the Present Researcher, this study will help

broaden their knowledge about the factors which affects the employability status of
the nursing graduates and be aware on the current situation of nurses
employment.
ASSUMPTIONS
The assumptions provided by the researchers were the basis for the conduction of
the study:
1.
Majority of the graduates are already employed. In the hypothetical form, some
2.
can be regular, contractual, or may be temporary.

Most of the graduates have already found their jobs months after graduation and
the major problem usually come up to the lack of experience.

3. Most of the graduates who are employed are satisfied with their job benefits and
salaries.
Definition of Terms:
To further understand the contents of the study, the following terms were
defined as follows:
Accomplishment. This term refers to something done, achieved or
accomplished successfully (Merriam, 2014). This can also be referred to
the achievements of the nursing graduates and the career growth that
they have attained.
Autonomous. This term refers to independent and selfgoverning or pertaining
to autonomy (Webster dictionary 2010). As used in
the study it means the
relation to the rights of respondents.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing. This pertains to an academic degree awarded

on satisfactory completion of a four year course study in college or
university. A Bachelor of Science in nursing degree is a pre-requisite to
advancement in nursing education in many systems and institution that
employ nurses (Mosbys Medical Dictionary, 2009).
Career Enhancement. This refer when an employee is given new
responsibilities or tasks that give him/her the opportunity to develop
his/her skills or abilities (Webster dictionary 2010). In the study it means
ways to improve the graduate personally and professionally.
Employability. This terms means to a seat of achievement skills,
understandings and personal attribute that make graduates more likely to
gain employment and be successful in their chosen occupation, which
benefits themselves, the workface, the community and the economy
(http://www.employability.ed,2010). in the study, This refers to the
personal attribute
that
makes the graduates more likely to gain
employment and
be successful in their chosen occupation.
Employee. This refers to a person who works for another in return for a salary,
wages, or other consideration (The New International Websters
Dictionary, 2010). This is
pertains
to
the
nursing
graduates who are seeking opportunities to be qualified in
a job.
Employment. This word is the position of working for another under a contract of
hire that provides that ones services are subject to the others direction
and control (Websters New World Law Dictionary 2010). As well in the
study this refers to the status of the employability of the nursing graduates.
Tool. In this study it means parameters and basis that are necessary to asses
graduates accomplishments and achievements
Tracer Study. This term refers to a study wherein the researcher is about to
track the present situation of the chosen career of
the graduates of an
institution (thefreedictionary.com, 2014). As used in the study, this
refers
to seeking through a research work, all the changes in the career path of
the nursing graduates in the institution.
Chapter 2
Review of Related Literature and Studies
In this Chapter, related and studies are presented used to justify the validity and
relevance of the study.
University of Batangas History
The University of Batangas traces its history as a small school then
named Western Philippine College which started with 48 students in as small
rented house in Rizal Avenue, Batnagas City more than half a century ago on
April 28, 1946. It was founded by Mr. Juan Y. Javier together with Rev. Father
Vicente Catapang, Attorney Francisco Perez, Attorney Jesus Arguelles, Attorney
Roman Perez and Attorney Pablo Umali. This noble group of men saw the need
to put up an institution that would provide the youth, particularly the residents of
Batangas, and an opportunity to pursue higher education. Through their
pioneering efforts and the inspiration they left as a legacy for succeeding
administrators, the school has grown steadily to become one of the largest higher
education institutions in the whole Southern Tagalog Region, a major University
of Batangas to academic excellence and community service has continued to
reflect
the
values
and
vision
of
the
Universitys
founding
fathers.
(ub.edu.ph.2010)
The University of Batangas students are part of a selected academic
community. They study under more than 400 full-time and part-time faculties.
They study in a strategically located port city- a political, social, educational and
industrial
melting
pot-
with
unlimited
opportunities
for
professional experience after graduation. The University of Batangas is

committed to serving diverse student body, with a wide range of religious, cultural
and socio-economic backgrounds that come not only from CALABARZON are
but also from the neighboring island in the provinces as well. (ub.edu.ph.2010)
The University sponsors outreach programs such as tuition free secondary
night school serving disadvantaged students in the community. A Tradition of
excellence is complemented by a strong commitment to community responsibility
and service. The Universitys faculty, staff and students are active participants in
community outreach programs and projects working to meet the needs of the
province. Some examples include the regular Community Health Services, the
Legal Aid Clinic, Mangrove research and prevention, and Universitys own Alay
Kita project which seeks to assist the poorest barangays in selected
municipalities. (ub.edu.ph.2010).
College of Nursing and Midwifery
College of Nursing is an integral part of the University of Batangas. We
are committed to working together to serve the people of not only Batangas City
but well as Region IV A CALABARZON and beyond by continually improving
individual and community health quality of life. They strive for excellence in
education, research and clinical care, each mission being vital to one another
and to our overall success. Diversity and inclusiveness, independent inquire and
collegiality from the fabric of everyday life for the faculty and
students. (ub.edu.ph.2010)
Nursing is essential to the future of health care. The College is integral to
supporting individual nurses on their chosen career path and provides leadership
and direction for members at all stages of the journey. The challenge is to be a
greater influence on health policy and to make a greater difference in improving
health care service and outcomes for all every students. (ub.edu.ph.2010)
College of Nursing is committed to creating nursings future by being at
the forefront of health care system developments. The academic experience at
the college is profound and inspiring. The smaller class sizes offer you
personalized contact with professors, chance for active participation, and
individualized support all the help you achieve academic success. The
outstanding faculty is composed of accomplished scholars committed to
academic excellence. (ub.edu.ph.2010)
The college provides the latest technology and innovative teaching
strategies. The students will experience the latest educational that will provide
learning experience in interactive and engaging environment. For clinical student
UB CNM offer high-tech simulations labs using patient simulators. Within a caring
and nurturing environment of nurses and other health care professionals, each
student will develop skills to support their progression career. We are confident
that nursing students will find the educational at UBCNM challenging and
rewarding. (ub.edu.ph.2010)
Nursing as a Profession
The nursing role is rapidly evolving as nurses are tasked with an even
wider range of health care responsibilities. Caring for the sick has certainly gotten
more complicated. Hospitals are understaffed. Budgets are tight. Now a day's
nurses aren't just caring for the sick; they're changing our very notion of modern
medicine and health care delivery. Nurses are giving TED talks, publishing
scientific research, developing mobile medical applications, and actively
addressing health care policy. They are collaborating with their colleagues, from
social workers and oncologists to hospital administrators and public safety
personnel. The field is growing, and so are opportunities for nurse practitioners,
DNP and PhD nurses, nurse educators, nurse-anaesthetists, and nurse
researchers. (www.huffingtonpost.com/charles-tiffin-phd/nursing).
Is not just that nursing is becoming a broader field, it's becoming deeper,
too. The opportunity to pursue medical specializations, diabetes, obesity,
pharmacology, and more is blooming, but the real opportunity is in mastering
complex, multifaceted issues that impact our health care system and our nation.
It's more than knowing how to perform tasks and procedures its about being a
more effective member of the health care team and navigating clinical systems.
Nursing has become more complex in ways that couldn't have been imagined a
generation ago. Now there is an imperative to be not just a great caregiver but a
great innovator too. The demands of health care are calling for a new generation
of thinkers who want to be agents of care innovation. It's a profession for the
intellectually
curious,
lifelong
learner.
(www.huffingtonpost.com/charles-tiffin-phd/nursing).
Nursing Clinical Skills
The formal process of clinical skills education through courses was
perhaps more appropriate to a time when advanced or extended skills were
beginning to form part of the nurses role, traditionally associated with the
doctors role. These skills are now commonplace in many clinical areas. New
practitioners, if not learning, are observing the skills during pre-registration
training in the clinical context where the skill is meaningfully applied. Alternatively,
they may be acquiring an awareness of the skills in non-formal or informal ways,
perhaps more suited to their style of learning (Rogers, 2003). The benefits of
non-formal/informal learning are that it is motivated by the learner, often in
response to direct patient need, and adapts to their learning style.
Therefore, skill acquisition should be encouraged and, importantly, valued
more than transmission of knowledge through formal clinical skills programmers.
This creates a bottom-up rather than a top-down approach to learning.
Recognizing the volume and importance of non-formal/informal learning in
clinical practice further develops a learning organization a desirable goal in
todays rapidly changing healthcare environment. The volume and complexity of
skills and knowledge of current technical equipment and procedures is evolving
at such a pace that it is no longer safe to teach practitioners a skill and assume
the knowledge will last for their lifetime (Knowles, 1990).
Job Outlook
Employment of registered nurses is projected to grow 16 percent from
2014 to 2024, much faster than the average for all occupations. Growth will occur
for a number of reasons.
Demand for healthcare services will increase because of the aging
population, given that older people typically have more medical problems than
younger people. Nurses also will be needed to educate and care for patients with
various chronic conditions, such as arthritis, dementia, diabetes, and obesity.
In addition, the number of individuals who have access to health insurance
is expected to continue to increase because of federal health insurance reform.
People who previously were uninsured or found treatment to be cost prohibitive
will obtain health insurance and have access to primary and preventive care
services. More nurses will be needed to care for these patients in offices of
physicians, clinics, and other ambulatory care settings.
The financial pressure on hospitals to discharge patients as soon as
possible may result in more people being admitted to long-term care facilities and
outpatient care centers, and greater need for healthcare at home. Job growth is
expected in facilities that provide long-term rehabilitation for stroke and head
injury patients, and in facilities that treat people with Alzheimers disease. In
addition, because many older people prefer to be treated at home or in
residential care facilities, registered nurses will be in demand in those settings.
Growth also is expected to be faster than average in outpatient

care centers, where patients do not stay overnight, such as those which provide
same-day chemotherapy, rehabilitation, and surgery. In addition, an increased
number of procedures, as well as more sophisticated procedures previously done
only in hospitals, are being performed in ambulatory care settings and
physicians offices.
Job Prospects
Overall, job opportunities for registered nurses are expected to be good.
However, the supply of new nurses entering the labor market has increased in
recent years. This increase has resulted in competition for jobs in some areas of
the country. Generally, registered nurses with a Bachelor of Science degree in
nursing (BSN) will have better job prospects than those without one.
Employers also may prefer candidates who have some related work
experience. Job opportunities should be good because of the need to replace
workers who retire over the coming decade and because of the growing number
of people with access to healthcare services.
National Health Service to face chronic nurse shortage by 2016
The National Health Service (NHS) will experience a chronic shortage of

nurses within the next three years as demand for services continues to pile on
pressure. This is the dire warning from the government-backed Centre for
Workforce Intelligence, which has predicted the National Health Service (NHS) is
likely to have 47,500 fewer nurses than it needs by 2016.

(Lintern, 2016).
The analysis will make bleak reading for members of the profession who
have already been reporting growing staff shortages in their care settings, as
trusts seek to trim pay bills in an effort to balance their books. It also comes
shortly after fresh concerns that the health service is failing to provide more care
into the community and is experiencing unsustainable demand on accident and
emergency departments as a result. The Centre or work force intelligent (CfWI)
looked at a range of projections and likely scenarios over the next three years,
based on factors such as the number of nurses due to retire, the number of
students being educated and expected demand for services. (Lintern, 2016)
Employers have a real challenge to plan and sustain the supply and
demand of the future nursing workforce at a time of financial constraint. The
Centre or work force intelligent (CfWI) report warned it concluded that the most
likely scenario would see a 47,545 shortage of registered nurses by 2016,
created by a 5 percent drop in the supply of nurses and a 3 percent increase in
demand. Although this was considered the most likely outcome, the centre noted
a range of possible scenarios based on its predictions. These ranged from a
nursing shortage of 0.6 percent by 2016 to one of 11 percent. (Lintern, 2016).
Related Studies
In the study of Estrada et.al (2010) entitled A Graduate Tracer Study:
The Employability and Productivity of Nursing Graduates of University of
Batangas (SY 2004-2005 TO 2008-2009), the major concern

was centered on the career path of the graduates in terms of employability and
productivity. It was also concerned with the impact of the findings in the
curriculum that reflecting the quality, standard and effectiveness of teaching in
nursing program. The researchers utilized the descriptive type of research in
determining the factors that affect the employability status of nursing graduates
of University of Batangas by the year 2004-2005 to 2009-2010. Based on the
findings, majority of nursing graduates were employed.
The study of Estrada et.al similar to the present study that focus on
employment status of nursing graduates. Both studies were also similar with
regard to the respondents and productivity of nursing graduates with regards to
work environment and the instrument that being used by the researchers. It
differed with the number of respondents, the findings and the covered school
year of the respondents.
In the study of Cometa et.al (2010).entitled Tracer Study of University of
Batangas, College of Nursing Graduates (SY 2004-2005 to 2009-2010), tracer
study aims to follow up of the nursing graduates of the University of Batangas of
the SY 2004-2005 to 2008-2009 assess the career path of Nursing Graduates.
The researchers gathered data and information through the use of questionnaire
that was given to nursing graduates. It has been found that most of the
respondents are professionals for they are employed in hospital and other
occupation not related to their profession hear in the Philippines and abroad.
The study of Cometa et.al similar to the present study

where, in relation to present study, the above mentioned researcher also have
aimed to follow up the nursing graduates of the University of Batangas and to
assess the career path of these graduates in terms of employability. The
researchers also determine the factors that affect the employability status and
productivity of the nursing graduates and also modification and enhancement of
the program for the benefits of the future graduates. It differed with the number of
respondents and the covered school year of the nursing graduates as
respondents.
In The study of Casas et.al (2011) entitled, The Nursing Graduates of
University of Batangas and their Employment status (Batch 2006-2010) A Followup Tracer Study, a study on the employment of the graduates from university of
Batangas Batch 2006-2010. The studies of the population were 152 composing
of 105 female graduates. Also the findings as written on the study, the
researchers stated that the majority of the respondents were employed with one
year to fewer two years in their job and working Philippines. Gathering of data
and information has done through the use of questionnaires that were given to
the University of Batangas Nursing Graduates.
The study of Casas et.al similar to the present study by aiming to
determine employment status of nursing graduates, with the same covered
respondents and institution. It differed on the number of respondents, the
outcome and the year covered of the nursing graduate respondents, the previous
study deal on the productivity of small and medium enterprises while the present
study deals on the employability and productivity of the

graduate.
In the study of Caiga et.al (2012) entitled A tracer study of the graduate
nurses (Batch 2005-2006 to 2010) of the University of Batangas College of
Nursing base for the argumentation of percentage of Employed Nursing
Graduates, the unexpected difficulty of new RNs to find employment as nurses is
now the most pressing nursing workforce issue and the study may contribute to
assess and evaluate the current state of nursing graduates.
The study of Caiga
et.al similar to the present study by both studies
aimed to pertain were the relationship between the nursing graduates and their
employment and major concern was centered on the career path of the
graduates in terms of employability status of nursing graduates. They differed in
terms of respondents, the findings and the covered school year of the
respondents.
In the study of Loren et. al (2014) entitled Tracking nursing graduates
progression part: A tracer study of University of batangas, College of Nursing and
Midwifery (AY 2005-2006 to 2012-2013) assessed the productivity and
employment status of nursing graduate. The study is built up to evaluate the
present employment status of nursing graduates and to improve the curriculum to
increase more the employed nursing graduates.
The study of Loren et al show similarities to the present study aimed to
trace the nursing graduates of the same institution and assessed the
effectiveness of the existing curriculum and to evaluate the

present employability and status of nursing graduates. It differed on the findings
of the assessment of the research work, the school year covered by the nursing
graduates and the number of respondents.
In the study of Sadiangcolor et. al (2015) entitled Tracer study of nursing
graduates (AY: 2007-2008 to 2013-2014) of University of Batangas College of
Nursing and Midwifery: An Assessment of Employability Training and
accomplishments. The researchers focused on the assessment of the
employability, training status, implication of the study to nursing education and
accomplishments of the Nursing Graduates of University of Batangas.
The study of Sadiangcolor et al similar on the present study the major
concern was centered on the employability status and to develop nursing
profession, also similar on assessing nursing graduates employability training
and nursing graduates of University of Batangas accomplishments. It only
differed on the findings of the assessment of the research work, the school year
covered by the nursing graduates and the number of respondents.
Synthesis of Related Studies
The studies related literatures that are mentioned are very helpful to this
study. The related literature and studies will be gathered by the researchers from
different books of nursing, unpublished materials and internet
Estrada et al. (2010), study showed similarities to the present study that
focus on employment status of nursing graduates. Both studies were also similar
with regard to the respondent employability and productivity

with regards to work environment and the instrument that being used by the
researchers. It differed with the number of respondents, the findings and the
covered school year of the nursing graduates.
Cometa (2010), in relation to present study, the researcher also have
aimed to follow up the nursing graduates of the University of Batangas and to
assess the career path of these graduates in terms of employability. The
researchers also determine the factors that affect the employability status and
productivity of the nursing graduates and also modification and enhancement of
the program for the benefits of the future graduates. It differed with the number of
respondents and the covered school year of the nursing graduates as
respondents.
Casas (2011) et.al showed similarities to the present study by aiming to
determine employment status of nursing graduates, with the covered
respondents and institution. It differed on the number of respondents, the
outcome and the year covered of the nursing graduate respondents, the previous
study deal on the productivity of small and medium enterprises while the present
study deals on the employability and productivity of the graduate.
Jaymalin (2013) The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE)
yesterday advised newly licensed and unemployed nurses to seek alternative
employment rather than wait for job openings in medical facilities. With the
growth trend in the healthcare information management outsourcing industry,
healthcare careers now expand into various disciplines, which

open huge career opportunities for nursing graduates and allied medical
professionals, Based on data from the DOLEs Bureau of Local Employment
(BLE), healthcare outsourcing jobs have starting pays ranging from P14,000 to
P18,000, while clinical appeals specialists employed in the business process
outsourcing (BPO) industry receive basic pay of P20,000 to P40,000.
More than 16,000 nursing graduates considered the licensure examination
last December. They are expected to join the growing number of unemployed
nurses in the country. However, Baldoz said nursing graduates need not be
discouraged to look for employment because alternative employments are
available to them.
Loren (2014) show similarities to the present study aimed to trace the
nursing graduates of the same institution and assessed the effectiveness of the
existing curriculum and to evaluate the present employability and status of
nursing graduates. It differed on the findings of the assessment of the research
work, the school year covered by the nursing graduates and the number of
respondents.
Sadiangcolor (2015) similar on the present study the major concern was
entered on the employability status and to develop nursing profession, also
similar on assessing nursing graduates employability training and nursing
graduates of University of Batangas accomplishments. It only differed on the
findings of the assessment of the research work, the school

year covered by the nursing graduates and the number of respondents.
Jaymalin (2015) Filipino nurses and caregivers needed in various
hospitals and clinics in Japan. The Japan International Corporation of Welfare
Services (JICWELS) is looking for 75 nurses and 300 caregivers, according to
Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA) that Nurses must be
licensed with three years hospital experience and preferably between 20 to 35
years old. They must also be medically and psychologically fit to work. Those
applying to be care workers must be a graduate of any four-year course and
certified as caregivers by the Technical Education and Skills Development
Authority (TESDA).
According to her several years ago, the Philippines and Japan entered
into a memorandum of understanding for the training and employment of
candidate Filipino nurses and caregivers in Japanese health care facilities under
the Japan-Philippines Economic Partnership Agreement. Under the agreement,
fully qualified nurses and certified caregivers, after passing the Japanese
national licensure examination, shall have the option to stay for an unlimited
period in Japan to practice their profession. Applicants can only get jobs legally
through the POEA since the Philippines and Japan signed an agreement allowing
only the POEA to facilitate the recruitment and deployment of Filipino nurses and
caregivers.
Comprehensive Nursing Law Refiled by Senator Trillanes
According to Catanyag (2016) On June 30,2016, which

marks the first day of the Duterte adminstration, Senator Trillanes refiled the
vetoed Comprehensive Nursing Law. It is heartwarming when you know there
are still people in the goverment who shows concern and support to the Filipino
nurses.Senator Trillanes emphasizes that this bill seeks to increase the salary of
Filipino nurses and tostrengthen the regulation of the nursing profession through
continous education by providingaccreditation and certification of Advanced
Nursing Practice. Senator Trillanes explained that even though nurses are given
the increase of salary in Executive Order No. 201 of 2016 as mandated by former
President Aquino, it is not enough to sustain the needs of
Filipino nurses
families. Hence, Filipino nurses seeks opportunity abroad for a better salary.
Chapter 3
Research Methodology and Design
In this chapter, research methodology discussed the subject of design,
research design, study, instrument and procedure in data analysis. The design of
the research was helpful for the researcher to attain the success of the study
conducted by the students of University of Batangas, College of Nursing.
Research Design
This research used descriptive methodology and utilized the quantitative
method of research to answer the research problems and objectives presented at
the beginning of the study. The descriptive method describes the phenomenon
that relates to the profession; to observe, define, describe and document
situations under inquiry.
The Commission on Higher Education provides a questionnaire in this
kind of study to trace the nursing graduates of University of Batangas academic
year 2005-2006 to 2014-2015 and their job related status. Descriptive correlation
design is a type of applied research that describe the nature of phenomenon
under the investigation of survey of current trends, practices and
relates to that phenomenon. (Tan.2011)
condition that
Responses interpreted within the whole information

matrix about the research problem. Based on the participants personal
experiences, a guide question led in making an in-depth understanding and
analysis.
Subjects of the study
Basically the study focused on the career advancement of the graduate
students in the University of Batangas (Batch 2006-2007 to 2014-2015).Using the
combination of purposive, convenient the criteria in selecting the sample were
based on the gender, civil status, professional examination, present employment
and occupation. University of Batangas nursing graduates were the subject of the
study respectively from SY 2005-2006 to 2014-2015. The respondents where
either be a male or female, board passer or not. The numbers of respondents
included in the study were from previously traced graduates of nine hundred thirtynine (939) and the recently traced nursing graduates of ninety five (95) with the
total of one thousand thirty four (1034). There were 1,852 graduates from AY
2006-2015, a total of 56 percent of the graduates were traced.
The non-probability design used were the combination of Accidental or
Convenience Sampling, Purposive or Judgement Sampling and Snowball or
Network The researchers chose them as the respondents of the study to know
their employability status in their chosen field as well as their accomplishments.
The respondents were chosen based on criteria set on the study aswell as
through referrals and online tracing.
The University of Batangas College of Nursing and

Midwifery is committed in creating future nurses for the development of health
care system (www.ub.edu.comph2010). The students in the university will also
practice using the platforms that will offer learning practice to enhance for their
skills.
School Year
Table 1
Table of Samples
Total Graduates
Respondents
2005-2006
123
72
2006-2007
292
155
2007-2008
246
194
2008-2009
248
189
2009-2010
394
2010-2011
248
100
2011-2012
140
64
2012-2013
106
81
2013-2014
37
17
2014-2015
18
10
Total
1,852
1034
150
Research Instrument
The researcher congregated all the data regarding the nursing graduates
of University of Batangas from SY 2006-2007 to 2014-2015. The main tool we
used in data gathering of this study is the questionnaire. The graduates
answered all the possible questions. It is a self-directing instrument that
measures the information level, opinions, attitudes, beliefs,

feelings and perceptions and the demographic profile of the respondents. It is the
most widely use techniques to conduct information.
A standardized
graduate
tracer questionnaire, mandated by the
Commission on Higher Education were given by the thesis adviser and were
used to collect data regarding the career enhancement of nursing graduates of
University of Batangas from SY 2005-2006 to 2014-2015.
Data Gathering Procedure
The researcher gathered the data and information through the use of
questionnaires given to the University of Batangas nursing graduates who are
working in the hospitals. The researchers have a copy of list of names of nursing
graduate from A.Y. 2005-2006 to 2014 2015 to the alumni and placement office
through the use of different social networking sites on the internet, e-mails,
Facebook and personal appearance and text messages. The researchers
prepare letters to be signed by their theses adviser and the researcher
addresses it to the medical directors and chief nurses of the selected hospitals
where there are employed nursing graduate of University of Batangas. The
respondents are identified and selected by the researchers through the list of
names of Nursing Graduates.
Statistical treatment of Data
The researcher used simple statistical treatment that analysed and
interpreted the data and information gathered by the researcher. The frequency
counted to the response on each item in the questionnaire was

used as the basis in categorizing the activity described the data gathered,
frequency distribution and percentage that were used by the researchers.
Percentage is a descriptive statistical tool that determined what part of the
total respondents is employed in different jobs outside the nursing practice. It
utilized to determine the number of respondents responded in the increasing
incidence of underemployment to the entire population. Frequency distribution
revealed how many of the respondents of Batangas City responded in a certain
item.
Percentage=%=*100
Where %= percentage
F= frequency of respondents
N= Number of items
Frequency distribution is an arrangement of the values that one or more
variables take in a sample. Each entry in the table contains the frequency or
count of the occurrences of values within a particular group or interval, and in this
way, the table summarizes the distribution of values in the sample.
Chapter 4
Presentation, Analysis and Interpretation of Data
This chapter presents the data on the nursing graduates of University of
Batangas (A.Y. 2005-2006 to 2014-2015). This also shows the analysis and
interpretation of data.
1. Demographic profile of the respondents
Civil Status. Table 2 Presents the Civil Status of Respondents
Table 2
According to the Civil Status
(n=1034)
Civil Status
Frequency
Percentage
Rank
Single
799
77.27
Married
202
19.53
0.09
30
2.90
Separated/Annulled/Divorce
Unspecified
Total
1034
100
Table 3 above, shows that 77.27 are single, 19.53 percent are married,
2.90 percent are unspecified and 0.09 percent are separated/annulled/divorce
based on the civil status of the respondents. The data on the

table imply that the majority of the nursing graduates are still single because
newly graduates and some of them focus on their careers.
According to PudMed (2014), a population-based sample of 1,438 nurses
between the ages of 20-45 years was recruited from Taiwan during the period
from July 2005 to April 2006 using a mailed questionnaire. The self-administered
questionnaire contained information about demographic data, work status, shift
work schedule, and the Family APGAR (Adaptation, Partnership, Growth,
Affection, and Resolve) Scale, to evaluate family functionality. Compared to day
shift nurses, non-night and rotation shift nurses had 1.53- and 1.38-fold risk to
have poor family function after adjusting for other covariates. Married nurses, by
contrast, had a 0.44 fold risk to have poor family function compared to single
nurses.
Gender. Table 3 presents the Gender of the respondents
Table 3
According to Gender
(n=1034)
Gender
Frequency
Percentage
Female
711
68.76
Male
323
31.23
Total
1034
100
Table 2 above shows that the majority of the respondents are female with
percentage of 68.76 and frequency of 711 while the remaining 322 respondents
are male with percentage of 31.23 and for a total of 100 as to percentage and
1034 as to frequency. This proves that in terms of gender,

female compromised the larger number who took up nursing as their course.
According to Sanja (2015), despite equal opportunity legislation, nursing
has continued to be a female-dominated profession. For instance, the male-tofemale ratio of nurses is approximately 1:19 in Canada and the United States.
This ratio is represented around the world. As there are many myths about
nursing, including the profession and the people that work as a nurse. One of the
most common myths is that all nurses are females. The nursing industry is
dominated by females, but there are male nurses in the profession as well. A
study in 2011 shows that 91 percent of all nurses in the United States were
female and 9 percent were male. Although females are more common, male
nurses receive more pay. In the same survey, male nurses average 60,700
dollars per year and female nurses average 51,100 dollars per year.
Year Graduated. Table 4 shows the Year Graduated
Table 4
According to the Year Graduated
(n=1034)
Year Graduated
Frequency
Percentage
Rank
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
Total
77
150
203
180
167
85
81
64
18
9
1034
7.44
14.50
19.63
17.40
16.15
8.22
7.83
6.18
1.74
0.87
100
7
4
1
2
3
5
6
8
9
10
Table 5 above shows that the rank one, 19.63 percent of

the respondents graduates in the year 2008 second is the year 2009 with 17.44
percent, followed by third one, year 2010 with 16.18percent. Fourth is the year
2007 with 14.50 percent. Year 2011 in rank five with 8.22 percent, rank six was
the year 2012 with 7.83 percent, year 2006 with 7.44 percent, year 2013 rank
eight with 6.18 percent. Second to the last rank was the year 2014 with 1.74
percent and lastly was the year 2015 with 0.87 percent
According to Rosseter (2012), RNs are the largest group of health care
workers in the United States, with about 2.7 million employed in 2011. It has
been reported that the number of new graduates and foreign-trained nurses is
insufficient to meet the demand for registered nurses; this is often referred to as
the nursing shortage and is expected to increase for the foreseeable future.
There are data to support the idea that the nursing shortage is a voluntary
shortage. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that 296,900 healthcare jobs
were created in 2011.
Educational Attainment. Table 5 shows the Educational Attainment of the
Respondents
Table 5
According to Educational Attainment
(n=1034)
Course
Frequency
Percentage
Rank
BSN
967
93.52
BSN with MAN
0.77
BSN and others
59
5.70
Total
1034
100
Table 5 above shows the frequency and percentage

distribution of the respondents in terms of educational attainment. Rank one
belonged to those who took up nursing degree only with the frequency of 967
with the percentage of 93.52. Second in the rank were those who answered
others with the percentage of 5.70. Respondents who had Masters degree in
nursing comprised 0.77 percent, which means there were few nursing graduates
took Master Degree in Nursing
American Nurses Association (2011), with health care knowledge growing
steadily, nurses can stay ahead of the curve through continuing education.
Continuing education classes and programs enable nurses to provide the best
possible care to patients, advance nursing careers, and keep up with Board of
Nursing requirements.
The American Nurses Association and the American Nursing Credentialing
Center are devoted to ensuring nurses have access to quality continuing
education offerings. Continuing education classes are calibrated to provide
enhanced learning for all levels of nurses. Many States also regulate Continuing
Nursing Education. Nursing licensing boards requiring Continuing Nursing
Education (CNE) as a condition for licensure, either initial or renewal, accept
courses provided by organizations that are accredited by other state licensing
boards, by the American Nursing Credentialing Center (ANCC), or by
organizations that have been designated as an approver of continuing nursing
education by ANCC.
According to American Association (2016) Nursing

education research centers on developing and testing more efficient
educational processes, identifying new ways to incorporate technology in
order to enhance learning, and discovering more effective approaches to
promoting lifelong learning and commitment to leadership.
Training Advance Studies Attended. Table 6 shows the Training Advance

Studies Attended
Table 6
According to Training Advance Studies Attended
(n=1034)
Training Advance Studies
Frequency
Parentage
Attended
Respondents who were able to attend
565
54.64
469
45.44
trainings advance studies after college

Respondents who were not able to attend
trainings Advance studies after college/
not able to specify their answer
Total
1034
Table 6 shows the frequency and percentage distribution of respondents
according to trainings or advance studies attended after college. Most of the

respondents were able to attend trainings or were able to specify their answer
with 54.64 percent while respondents who were not able to attend trainings and
advance studies comprises 45.55 percent of the total percentage.
According to Ms Castaneda (2012) the Commission on

Higher Education has drafted strict rules for all nursing schools. Out of all the
fields of study in the Philippines, the most monitored one is nursing. The exams
have got harder - only about half the students pass - and any school with below
average results for more than five consecutive years is asked to close.
2. Employability status of the nursing graduates
Length it takes to Land the first Job. Table 7 present the length it takes to
Land the first Job
Table 7
According to the Length it takes to Land the First Job
(n=1034)
Less than a month

1 to 6 months
7 to 11 months
1 year less than 2 years
2 years to less than 3 years
3 years to less than 4 years
Others
Not Specified
Total
Frequency
Percentage
87
309
200
168
87
136
12
35
1034
8.41
29.88
19.34
16.24
8.41
13.15
1.16
3.38
100
Rank
5
1
2
3
6
4
8
7

according to the length it takes to land the first job. Within one to six months got
29.88 percent. On the second rank, the length of stay of the respondents in their
first job is within seven to eleven months with 19.34percent. Next within the rank
is within one year to less than two years with percentage of 16.24 percent. Three
years to less than four years got 13.15 percent, ranked fourth.
Less than a month got ranked five with a percentage of 8.41 percent. Two years
to less than three years ranked sixth with 8.41 percent. Ranked seventh got 3.38
percent which is not specified. Rank eight is others got 1.16 percent.
According to Employment-Status-of-PUPQC (2013), after graduating the
realities of the Job market require to take a job and trying to keep the vision of
what really want, and over the years they try to keep prepared and alert so that
they can seize the opportunity if it comes. Along the way they can find plenty of
advice because career planning is a relatively new field, growing more
professional all the time. To the Filipino, knowledge is acquired through
education.
Employment Status. Table 8 present the Employment Status
Table 8
According to Present Employment Status
(n=1034)
________________________________________________________________
Present
Frequency
Percentage
Rank
Employment Status
________________________________________________________________
Regular/Permanent
411
39.74
1
Temporary
132
12.76
4
Casual
63
6.09
5
Contractual
164
15.86
3
Self Employed
56
5.41
6
Unspecified
205
19.82
2
Students/others
3
0.29
7
Total
1034
100
Table 8 shows that most of the respondents of nursing graduates are
regular worker with the percentage of 39.74. Second were unable to specify their
employment status with 19.82 percent. Some of them are

working contractual with 15.86 percent temporary worker comprise the 12.76
percent and other nursing graduates belonged to casual with 6.09 percent and
self-employed with percentage of 5.41 and lastly students/others got 0.29
percent
According to Tourangeu (2014), Depending on the company and/or
industry, there are various types or categories of employment in the Philippines.
The Philippine government has taken steps to ensure that contractual employees
are as protected by law as permanent employees. In 2015, the Department of
Labor and Employment issued Department Order 18-A, Series of 2015, which
lists the employees rights (Section 8) that contractual employees are entitled to,
as well as the guidelines for the employment contract.
Reasons for Accepting the Job. Table 9 shows reasons for accepting the
Job
Table 9
Frequency and percentage Distribution of Respondents
According to Reasons for Accepting the Job
(n=1034)
Reasons for
Frequency
Percentage Rank
Accepting the Job
Salaries and Benefits
Career Challenge
Related to Special skills
Related to course or
Program of study
Proximity to residence
Peer Influence
Family Influence
Others
Unspecified
Total
270
341
226
122
22.35
28.22
18.70
10.09
2
1
3
4
108
20
30
41
50
1,208
8.94
1.65
2.48
3.39
4.13
100
5
9
8
7
6
Table 9 shows the frequency and percentage distribution

of respondents according to reasons for accepting the job. The highest rank is
career challenge which got a percentage of 28.22. Second to the highest is
Salaries and Benefits with percentage of 22.35. Third rank is related to special
skill with a percentage of 18.70 percent followed by program of study with the
percentage of 10.09. Ranked fifth is proximity to residence with a percentage of
8.94 followed by Unspecified with a percentage of 4.13. Ranked seven is others
got 3.39 percent and last are Family Influence got 2.48 percent.
According to Philippine Star (2015), Filipino nurses are very much
compassionate about their work putting the welfare of their patients above their
own. Most Filipino nurses find satisfaction in providing compassionate and high
quality nursing care to their patients. Satisfaction mainly relies on the affect, work
resources, and self-care which is the primary factors affecting ones positivitynegativity ratio. In a recent study focusing on the Professional Quality of Life of
Staff Nurses in a local tertiary hospital, it was found that majority of the Filipino
nurses are highly satisfied with themselves in providing quality care to their
patients and maintaining harmonious nurse-patient relationships. The Philippine
General Hospital, the National University Hospital, is but a concrete example as
to how the aforementioned factors correlate with job satisfaction and retention..
Reasons for Staying on the Job. Table 10 shows respondents reason for
staying on the job
Table 10
According to Reasons for Staying on the Job
(n=1034)
________________________________________________________________
Reasons for
Percentage
Staying the Job
Salaries and Benefits
Career Challenge
Related to Special skills
Related to course or
Program of study
Proximity to residence
Peer Influence
Family Influence
Others
Unspecified
Total
Frequency
Rank
207
245
224
171
18.17
21.51
19.66
15.01
3
1
2
4
86
57
80
16
53
1139
7.55
5.00
7.02
1.40
4.65
100
5
7
6
9
8

according to reasons for Staying on the job. The highest ranked is Career
Challenge got 21.51 percent fallowed by related to special skills with 19.66
percent. Third is Salaries and Benefits with 18.17 fourth is related to course or
program of study with 15.01percent then proximity to distance with 7.55 percent.
Six rank is family influence got 7.02 percent. Rank seven is peer influence with
5.00 percent followed by unspecified got 4.65 percent. Rank 9 is others got 1.40
percent.
According to Tourangeau (2014), there is a global shortage of nurses and many
nurses voluntarily leave their workplaces before the normal age of retirement.
Quality health care depends on a good supply of qualified nursing personnel.
One way to minimize the impact of this shortage is to create strategies that
discourage nurses from voluntarily leaving and promote nurse retention. In order
for strategies to be effective, a clear understanding of the reasons that nurses
decide to stay employed are needed.
Table 11 present competencies learned in college of the respondents.

The highest rank is Human Relation Skills which got a percentage of 21.51.
Second to the highest is Entrepreneurial Skills with percentage of 19.66. Third
rank is Communication Skills with a percentage of 18.17 percent followed by
Information Technology Skills
with the percentage of 15.01. Ranked fifth is
Critical Thinking Skills with a percentage of 7.55 and last are Other Skills with a
percentage of 4.65.
Competencies Learned in College. Table 11 shows respondents reason for

staying on the job
Table 11
According to Competencies Learned in College
(n=1034)
________________________________________________________________
Competencies
Frequency
Percentage
Rank
Learned
Communication Skills
Human Relations Skills
Entrepreneurial Skills
Information Technology Skills
Problem-Solving Skills
Critical Thinking Skills
Other Skills
Total
207
245
224
171
125
86
53
1139
18.17
21.51
19.66
15.01
10.55
7.55
4.65
100
3
1
2
4
5
6
7
According to Labaria (2016) when we say competencies, they can

describe collectively as skills, traits, attitude and values in one. These can help
distinguish performance from average to superior performance under specific
circumstances. No matter how big or small our organization is, values and ethics
are imperative in the workstation to Uphold positive personal

and interpersonal behaviours, Maintain fundamental responsibilities and
accountabilities; and constantly develop and enhance upon quality and
professionalism. Competencies also included the soft areas like values, attitude
and traits or those that are usually deeper embedded in a person and conversely
harder to acquire or develop. The right combination and intensity or the hard
and soft competencies is the secret of the competitive difference that people
make of their organization. The same combination gives the organization the
flexibility and agility to shift into various roles, perform multi skilled jobs or do a
full or partial job rotation.
3. Implication of the study to the nursing education.
The implication of the study to trace the nursing graduates of University of
Batangas is to evaluate the effectiveness of the existing curriculum as reflected
in the employability and productivity status of the graduated. This study was
conducted to continue trace the other graduates to pursue professional education
program and attend seminars and trainings for their personal and professional
development to become globally competent future healthcare professionals. The
researchers aimed to determine the factors that may affect the employability of
nursing graduates. They determined also the possible ways to develop and
improve the employment status of the nursing graduates. The result of the study
would help the institution to be more strategic in developing their curricula that
van enhance program for the profit of the future graduate and serve as basis for
faculty development. And as nursing student, their study helped them to become
research oriented and will give way to execute an evidencebased practice and relevant research based information.
Chapter 5
Summary of Findings, Conclusions and Recommendation
This chapter presents the summary of findings, conclusions and
recommendations derived from data gathered in the study. These were based on
the interpretations of data collected in the study.
This study intended to trace the Nursing Graduate of University of
Batangas, College of Nursing and Midwifery Batch 2006-2015
Generally, this study pursed to answer the following questions:
1. What is the demographic profile of the nursing graduates of the
University of Batangas, AY 2005-2006 to 20014- 2015?
1.1 Civil Status,
1.2 Gender,
1.3 Year graduated,
1.4 Educational Attainment,
1.5 Training and Advance Studies,

2. What is the employability status of the Nursing Graduates in terms of?
2.1 Lengths it takes to land the first job,
2.2 Present employment status,
2.3 Reasons for accepting job
2.4 Reasons for staying on job,
2.5 Competency learned in college?
3. What are the implications of the study to the nursing education?
Purposive sampling was used as sampling design. It is non- probability
sampling that selected that based specified criteria determines the target
population. The researchers were likely to get information of the target population
in accordance to their employability status. In a study, criteria may be set for the
unit to be considered as sample.
The questionnaire provided by the Commission on higher Education
(CHED) was disseminated to the respondents who are nursing graduates of
University of Batangas from year 2005-2006 to 2014-2015.
Findings
Based on the analysis of the data gathered, the researchers had these
findings:
1. Profile Respondents
Majority of the respondents 77.27 percent are single and the remaining
0.09 percent are separated/ annulled/ divorced. Findings imply that the majority
of the nursing graduates were still single because they are us

on their newly graduates and some focus on their career.
Majority of the respondents are female with the percentage of 68.76 and
the frequency of 711 while the remaining 323 respondents are male with the
percentage of 31.23 for a total of 100 as to percentage 1034 as to frequency.
This proves that in terms of gender, females comprise the larger number who
took up nursing as their course.
In the year 2005 19.63 percent of the nursing graduates graduated while
17.40 percent graduated in the year 2009. Other findings revealed were 16.5
percent in the year 2010, 14.40 percent in 2007, 8.22 percent in the year 2011,
7.83 percent in 2012, 7.44 percent in 2006, 6.18 percent in a year 2013, 1.74
percent in a year 2014, 0.87 in a year 2015.
Most of the respondents According to Educational Attainment with
93.52 percent who BSN while 5.70 percent were BSN with MAN and BSN with
others got 5.70 percent. Most of the respondents or 54.64 percent who are able
to attend training(s) while 45.44 were not able to attend training(s) and advance
studies.
2. What are the employability statuses of the nursing graduates
Within one to six months got 29.94 percent. On the second rank, the
length of stay of the respondents in their first job is within seven to eleven months
with 19.37percent. Next within the rank is within one year to less than two years
with percentage of 16.27 percent.
Most of the respondents of the nursing graduates are

regular workers with 39.74 percent and self employed with 5.41 percent got the
lowest percentage. The highest rank reason for accepting job is occupied by
career challenge which has a percentage of 28.22 and last is peer influence with
1.65 percent
The highest rank Reasons for Staying on the Job is occupied by career
challenge which has the percentage of 21.51 and lastly is others with 1.40
percent. Many of the respondents learned Human Relation Skills with a
percentage of 21.51 percent, lastly fits to others with 4.65 percent.
Implication of the study to nursing education
3. Implication of the study in the nursing education
This aimed to explain the market demand for nurses as well as determine
the dynamic challenges facing the capability building activities, graduates
development institution and lesions for the future action.
Conclusion
Based on the findings of the study the following conclusions were drawn
by the researchers:
1. Majority of the graduate nurses are female, single, accomplished
Bachelor of Science in Nursing and were able to attend the trainings
and advance studies.
2. Most of the respondents were employed as regular

or permanent employee and accepted the job for career challenge.
The top competencies learned college was the human relation skills
and communication skills.
3. The study was contributed to trace graduates and encouraged the
graduates to pursue professional education program or continuing
nursing education and attend trainings and seminars for their personal
and professional growth
Recommendation
The researchers have arrived to the following recommendations:
1. The expansion of tie-ups with private enterprises that can provide
employment opportunities to the University graduates be a continuing process in
all colleges to at least maintain the high employability level of the graduates.
2. The installation of a system that can help employed graduates avail of higher
education be studied.
3. The review and upgrading of curricular offerings to ensure the provision of
more
skill/competency
development
programs
especially
for
skills
on
communication, critical thinking, Information technology, human relations, and

problem-solving.
4.Tracer studies such as this one be given due support by the institution for it to
be kept abreast of how its graduates are doing and what initiatives can be done
further in the curriculum and manner of instruction for more

productive and worthy graduates.
5. The researcher would like to recommend the adaptation of action plan
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Dear Graduate:
Good day! Please complete this GTS questionnaire as accurately and honestly
as possible by filling up spaces provided and checking ( ) the box
corresponding to your response. Your answers to this survey will be treated
with strictest confidentiality.
GRADUATE TRACER SURVEY (GTS)
A.
PERSONAL INFORMATION
1. Name: _______________________________________Student #__________

Last
2.
First
Middle
Permanent Address: __________________________________________

Street
Barangay,
Town/City
Province
3.
E-mail Address: ______________________
4.
Telephone/Mobile Number:
5.
Civil Status
[ ]Single
_________________________________
[ ]Married
[ ]Widow/Widower
Separated/Divorced/Annulled
[ ]
6.
Sex
[ ]Female
7.
Birthday
[ ]Male
/__/__/
Month
/__/__/
Day
B.
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
8.
Educational Attainment
Level
Degree/
Area of
Specializati
on
School
/ __/__/__/__/
Year
Year
Graduated
College
Graduate
9.
Professional Examination(s) Passed
Name of Examination
Date Taken
Rating
Honors or
Awards
Received
___________________
______________
_______________
___________________
_______________
___________________
C.
________________
______________
______________
TRAINING(S)/ADVANCE STUDIES ATTENDED AFTER COLLEGE
10.
Please list down all professional or work related training program(s)
including advance studies you have attended after college.
Title of Training or
Advance Study
Duration or Credits
Earned
Name of Training
Institution
D.
EMPLOYMENT DATA
11.
How long did it take you to land your first job after graduation?
[ ] Less than a month
[ ] 1 year less than 2 years
[ ] 1-6 months
[ ] 2 years to less than 3 years
[ ] 7-11 months
[ ] 3 years to less than 4 years
[ ] others, please specify : ____________________________________

12.
Is your job related to your area specialization?

[ ] Yes
13.
[ ] No
Are you presently employed?

[ ] Yes
[ ] No
If NO, proceed to Question 14, if YES, Proceed to Question

15
14.
Please state reason (s) why you are not yet employed. You may check (
) more than one answer.
[ ] Advance or further study
[ ] No job Opportunity
[ ] Family concern and decided not to find a job
[ ] Did not look for a job
[ ] Health related reasons
[ ] Lack of work experience
[ ] other reason(s), please specify._______________________________
15.
Present Employment Status

[ ] Regular or permanent
[ ] Contructual
[ ] Temporary
[ ] Self-Employed
[ ] Casual
16.
Pls. specify type of Business _______________
Present Occupation/ Position ___________________________________
17.
Name of Company or Organization including address
________________________________________________________________18.
Major
line of business of the company you are presently employed in. Please check
one only. (Please see attached description)
[ ] Agriculture, Hunting and Forestry
[ ] Fishing
[ ] Mining and Quarrying
[ ] Electricity, Gas and Water Supply
[ ] Construction
[ ] Wholesale and Retail Trade, Repair of motor vehicles, Motorcycles and
personal and household goods.
[ ] Hotel and Restaurant
[ ] Transport Storage and Communication
[ ] Financial Intermediation
[ ] Real Estate, Renting and Business Activities
[ ] Public Administration and Defense; Compulsory Social Security
[ ] Education
[ ] Health and Social Work
[ ] Other Community, Social and Personal Service activities
[ ] Private Households with Employed Persons
[ ] Extra-territorial Organizations and Bodies
[ ] Other, please specify ____________________________________________
19.
Place of Work
[ ] Local
[ ] Abroad
20.
What are your reason(s) for accepting the job? You may check ( ) more
than one answer.
[ ] Salaries and Benefits
[ ] Career Challenge
[ ] Related to Special skill
[ ] Related to course or program of study
[ ] Proximity to residence
[ ] Peer Influence
[ ] Family Influence
Other reason(s), Please specify _______________________________________
21.
What are your reason(s) for staying on the job? You may check more
than one answer.
[ ] Salaries and Benefits
[ ] Career Challenge
[ ] Related to Special skill
[ ] Related to course or program of study

[ ] Proximity to residence
[ ] Peer Influence
[ ] Family Influence
Other reason(s), Please specify _______________________________________
22.
What are your current month earnings?
[ ] Below P 10,000
[ ] P 60,001 to less than P 70,000
[ ] P 10,001 to less than P 20,000
[ ] P 70,001 to less than P 80,000
[ ] P 20,001 to less than P 30,000
[ ] P 80,001 to less than P 90,000
[ ] P 30,001 to less than P 40,000
[ ] P 90,001 to less than P 100,000
[ ] P 40,001 to less than P 50, 000
[ ] P 100,001 and above
[ ] P 50,001 to less than P 60,000

23.
What competencies learned in college did you find very useful in your
job? You may check more than one answer.
[ ] Communication Skills
[ ] Human Relations Skills
[ ] Entrepreneurial skills
[ ] Information Technology Skills
[ ] Problem- Solving Skills
[ ] Critical Thinking Skills
Other skills, please specify __________________________________________
24.
What training programs have you attended? You may check more than
one answer.
[ ] First Aid and Emergency Procedures Training Program
[ ] Blood Transfusion Training Program
[ ] Hemodialysis Training Program
[ ] Intravenous Therapy Training Program
[ ] Basic Cardiac Life Support Training Program

[ ] Pharmacotherapy Training Program
Other trainings, please specify ________________________________________
25.
List down your successes youre particularly proud of/key
accomplishments within in your work history.
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
26.
List down suggestions to further improve the course curriculum.
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
Budget Proposal
List Expences:
Computer Documentation
1500
Transportation
1500
Questionnaires/Photocopy
450
Hard bound/ Ring bound
600
Other Expenses
600
Total:
4650
CURRICULUM VITAE
PERSONAL PROFILE
Name
Cristine R. Aguila
Birthdate
October 17, 1990
Birthplace
San Antonio General Hospital Lipa City
Age
26 yrs. Old
Address
Don Luis, San Jose Batangas
Father
Mr. Cesar J. Aguila
Mother
Mrs. Francia R. Aguila
EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT
Tertiary Level:
Associate in Health Science Education

AY: 2007-2010
:
4th year Bachelor of Science in Nursing

AY: 2016 present
Secondary Level
Saint Joseph Academy

Pob. IV, San Jose Batangas
AY: 2004- 2007
Primary Level
PILMES
Pob. 3 San Jose Batangas
SEMINARS ATTENDED
1. Electroconvulsive Therapy: Unraveling the truths and myths

University of Batangas, Hilltop Campus, Batangas City
September 12, 2014
2. Understanding Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (MERSCOV): A talk with an Expert
September 18, 2015
3. MCNAP Practice Innovation: Towards Greater Dimension
Lyceum International Maritime Academy, Cuta, Batangas City
August 27, 2016
4. Zika Virus: A holistic Approach on Disease Prevention and Management
5. Millennials in the Cyber Ages
CAP Development Centre, J.P. Laurel Highway, Lipa City
September 23, 2016
6. Its a happy life: Depression and Suicide Prevention
September 27, 2016
CURRICULUM VITAE
PERSONAL PROFILE
Name
: Adia, Patricia T.
Birthdate
: October 26, 1995
Birthplace
: Bauan, Batangas
Age
: 20 yrs. Old
Nationality
: Filipino
Address
: As-is Bauan, Batangas
Father
: Mr. Jorge Adia
Mother
: Mrs. Donna Adia
3rd year Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Tertiary level:
AY: 2016 present
Secondary level:
Sta. Teresa College

Bauan, Batangas
AY: 2008 2011
Primary level:
Sta. Teresa College

Bauan, Batangas
AY: 2000 - 2008
ORGANIZATIONAL AFFILIATION
CNM: Sigma Theta Tau
SEMINARS ATTENDED

September 12, 2014
September 18, 2015
August 27, 2016
September 23, 2016
September 27, 2016
CURRICULUM VITAE
PERSONAL PROFILE
Name
: Magsino Alyssa Jean R.
Birthdate
:July 17, 1995
Birthplace
: San Luis Lemery, Batangas
Age
: 21 yrs. Old
Nationality
: Filipino
Address
: San Luis Lemery, Batangas
Father
: Mr. Laurel Magsino
Mother
: Mrs. Merlyn Magsino
3rd year Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Tertiary level:
AY: 2016 present
Secondary level:
St. Blaise Community Academy

Poblacion San Luis, Batangas
AY: 2008 2011
Primary level:
San Luis Central School

Bauan, Batangas
AY: 2000 - 2008
ORGANIZATIONAL AFFILIATION
CNM: Sigma Theta Tau
SEMINARS ATTENDED

September 12, 2014
September 18, 2015
August 27, 2016
September 23, 2016
September 27, 2016

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THE TRACER STUDY OF NURSING GRADUATES OF UNIVERSITY

OF BATANGAS AY 2005-2006 TO 2014-2015:

In Partial Fulfilment of the requirement for the degree

CERTIFICATION AND RECOMMENDATION FOR ORAL EXAMINATION

Mrs. Ma. Joycelyn Zaraspe R.N., M.A.N

To University of Batangas, their academic institution for giving the ideas

The researchers humbly dedicate the completion of this research to the

CERTIFICATION AND RECOMMENDATION FOR ORAL DEFENCE

Statement of the Problem

Scope, Limitation & Delimitation

Significance of the Study

2. REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE AND STUDY

Synthesis of Reviewed Studies

3. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND DESIGN

Subject of the Study

Statistical Treatment of Data

4. PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION OF DATA

5. SUMMARY OF FINDINGS, CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATION

Frequency and Percentage Distribution of Respondents

Frequency and Percentage Distribution of Respondents

According to the Civil Status

Frequency and Percentage Distribution of Respondents

According to Year Graduated

Frequency and Percentage Distribution of Respondents

According to the Educational Attainment

Frequency and Percentage Distribution of Respondents

According to Training Advance Studies Attended

Frequency and Percentage Distribution of Respondents

According to the Length it takes to Land the First Job

Frequency and Percentage Distribution of Respondents

According to Present Employment Status

Frequency and percentage Distribution of Respondents

According to Reasons for Accepting the Job

Frequency and Percentage Distribution of Respondents

According to Reasons for Staying on the Job

Frequency and Percentage Distribution of Respondents

the assistance of hard-working and dedicated nurses to attain

embedded culture of employment among Filipino fresh

says that educational institution has the accountability in

(www.ub.edu.comph2010). The students in the university will also practice using

The professional success of graduates are considered

The transcultural theory is related to the present study

theory is related to the present study provides intuition into the

Analysis of the career

Analysis of the nursing

Statement of the Problem

batangas. This study was conducted from November 2015 to

Significance of the Study

Explorations, reviews and investigations from this research can

be the key leader and effective partner in transforming college

For the Present Researcher, this study will help

can be regular, contractual, or may be temporary.

the major problem usually come up to the lack of experience.

Autonomous. This term refers to independent and selfgoverning or pertaining

to autonomy (Webster dictionary 2010). As used in

the study it means the

relation to the rights of respondents.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing. This pertains to an academic degree awarded

makes the graduates more likely to gain

be successful in their chosen occupation.

Dictionary, 2010). This is

graduates who are seeking opportunities to be qualified in

institution (thefreedictionary.com, 2014). As used in the study, this

professional experience after graduation. The University of Batangas is

1. Name: _____________________________Student #