Employer evaluation of graduates: use of the focus group

Nurse Educ. 1989 Sep-Oct;14(5):38-41. doi: 10.1097/00006223-198909000-00019.

Abstract

Traditionally, employer evaluation of new graduates has involved survey techniques. The authors describe a different approach--the use of focus groups to have employers evaluate baccalaureate nursing graduates 1 year following employment.

MeSH terms

  • Education, Nursing, Baccalaureate
  • Employee Performance Appraisal / methods*
  • Employee Performance Appraisal / standards
  • Employment*
  • Faculty, Nursing*
  • Humans
  • Interprofessional Relations
  • Nursing, Supervisory*
  • Personnel Management