TY - BOOK AU - Catian, Richell AU - Kilokilo, Matzie - Ann V. AU - Jadraque, Nhil Shenn P. AU - Morales, Mark Anthony F. AU - Pepito, Baby Jean B. TI - Career preference and perception on role transition among student nurses in a university PY - 2024/// CY - Cebu City, Philippines PB - University of Cebu-Banilad KW - Career preferences KW - Perception on role transition KW - Role preparation KW - University of San Jose - Recoletos N1 - Includes bibliographical references; Adult N2 - The transition from student nurse to professional practice is challenging, as career choices and job perceptions influence workforce integration and patient care quality. High nurse turnover rates and shortages, driven by job dissatisfaction and burnout, create financial and healthcare burdens worldwide. In the Philippines, many nursing graduates face unemployment, underemployment, or migration due to educational mismatches and poor working conditions. This study explores student nurses' career preferences and role transition perceptions to help improve nurse retention and align career development with workforce needs ER -