Professional Quality of Life as Perceived by New Graduate Nurses

The study of professional quality of life (PQL) in nursing has increased recently. However, limited studies have been explored for younger nurses. The aim of this study was to explore professional quality of life experienced by new graduate nurses. This study was a mixed-method study using a convergent parallel design. The instruments applied in this study included a modified Professional Quality of Life (ProQoL [PQL]) Scale, an open-ended questionnaire and a diary. This study applied a purposive sampling with a criterion sampling method. A sample of 30 new graduate nurses was recruited. This study showed that students have experienced both positive and negative aspects of PQL. Compassion satisfaction has been experienced by the new graduates at average to high levels, which included feelings of satisfaction, getting many lessons and lots of supports. Compassion fatigue has also been experienced by the new graduates in the level of average (Burnout and Secondary Trauma Stress/STS), the fatigue experiences were associated with challenges in clinical areas and the many responsibilities that the new graduated had to bear