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Publication A Follow-up Study of Proficiency Certificate Level Nursing Graduates from Kathmandu Model Hospital School of Nursing(Public Health Concern Trust-Nepal (phect-NEPAL), 2024) Subedi, Samjhana; Pathak, Sumita; Maharjan, Gyanu; Tuladhar, SanuAbstract: Introduction: Nursing plays a vital role in healthcare, encompassing preventive, promotive, curative, and rehabilitative services based on scientific knowledge and skills acquired through education. The Kathmandu Model Hospital School of Nursing (KAMHSON), established in 2002, offers a Proficiency Certificate Level (PCL) Nursing program affiliated with the Council for Technical Education and Vocational Training (CTEVT). This study aims to assess the employment status of PCL nurse graduates and their absorption within and outside the country. Methods: This descriptive cross-sectional study targeted PCL nurse graduates from the academic years 2065 to 2073 among 360 graduates. Data was collected through telephone surveys using contact information from student records, supplemented by secondary sources for unreachable participants. Participants were informed of the study’s objectives, and verbal consent was obtained. Data collection done after ethical clearance from the IRC between 2076 and 2078, with analysis done using Microsoft excel and SPSS version 20. Results: A total of 360 PCL graduate nurses were surveyed. Of these, 242 (67.22%) reside in Nepal, while 118 (32.78%) are abroad, primarily in Australia (76), followed by the USA (19) and the UK (16). Among those abroad, 63 work as professional nurses, 26 in non-professional roles, and 27 are studying. In Nepal, 137 graduates work in hospitals within the Kathmandu Valley, with others in home care and NGOs. Additionally, 26 are pursuing bachelor’s degrees, and 12 are processing visas for overseas employment. Conclusion: Most KAMHSON graduates work in Nepal, primarily in hospitals, while less than half are abroad, predominantly in Australia. Over half of those abroad are employed as professional nurses, reflecting strong employment both nationally and internationally.Publication Employment Status of Nursing Graduates of Kathmandu Model Hospital School of Nursing(Public Health Concern Trust-Nepal (phect-NEPAL), 2025) Subedi, Samjhana; Pathak, Sumita; Maharjan, GyanuAbstract: Introduction: Nursing is a vital healthcare profession centered on caring for the sick, injured, and vulnerable, while also promoting health at both individual and community levels. Beyond clinical roles, nurses contribute significantly to research, management, policy-making, and advocacy. Those with advanced education often deliver independent primary and specialized care. While nursing plays a foundational role in global health systems, challenges such as unemployment, underemployment, migration, and skill-role mismatches affect the employment of new graduates, especially in developing countries. This study aimed to assess the employment status of Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) graduates from Kathmandu Model Hospital School of Nursing (KAMHSON). Now, it has become Phect Institute of Health Sciences. Methods: A cross-sectional study design was used to assess the employment status of BSN graduates from the years 2074 to 2080 B.S. Data were collected via a structured questionnaire using a Google survey form, following ethical approval from the IRC of phect-Nepal. Descriptive statistics were applied for data analysis. Results: Among 103 respondents, (73.8%) were employed full-time, (16.5%) part-time, and 1.9% were self-employed. A minority were unemployed (4.9%) or pursuing further studies (2.9%). Most graduates (62.8%) worked in hospitals, mainly as clinical nurses (71.8%), with (67%) in the private sector. Over (70%) secured jobs within six months post-graduation, with (57.3%) employed in Nepal. Others were employed in countries including Australia, the USA, Canada, and the UK. Most reported average workloads (62.1%), but over half (52.4%) were dissatisfied with their income. While (69.9%) intended to continue in nursing, (5.8%) planned to switch careers. Personal interest was the leading motivation for choosing nursing (75.7%) followed by a desire to help the sick (38.8%), with others citing career opportunities abroad, social respect. Conclusion: Most BSN graduates gained employment within six month of graduation primarily in clinical roles. However, dissatisfaction with income and retention issues highlight the need for better policies, professional development, fair pay, and supportive academic environments.Publication Experience and Perception of Online Teaching among Teachers at Colleges of phect-NEPAL(Public Health Concern Trust-Nepal (phect-NEPAL), 2024) Shrestha, Sushmita; Pathak, SumitaAbstract Introduction: The sudden lockdown resulted from COVID-19 immersed the need of online education worldwide which in turn resulted in the approach of e-learning. This study aimed to examine the teachers’ experience and perception to the obligatory shift to distance learning at phect-NEPAL. Methods: A descriptive cross sectional study design was used in this study with a non-probability consecutive sampling method. The population of this study was 71 teachers from Kathmandu Model Hospital School of Nursing (KAMHSON), Kathmandu Model Hospital School of Oral Health (KMHSOH) and phect-NEPAL Model Hospital School of Medical Laboratory (phect-NEPAL SMLS) are 30, 21 & 20 respectively. Data were collected using a semi-structured, self-administered online questionnaire & analyzed with descriptive statistics using SPSS version 16. Results: This study found that almost half of the respondents felt unproblematic for operating class in online teaching system while, on the other hand teacher illustrated both negative experience and perception. Conclusion: The findings suggest negative experience and perception among teachers regarding the online teaching, signifying a necessity of sufficient training and adequate learning resources for conducting effective online classes by boosting their confident.