Weaknesses and challenges faced by multiprofessional residents of a school hospital

Abstract

OBJECTIVE: We sought to highlight and discuss the greatest weaknesses and challenges faced by residents of a multiprofessional residency program. METHOD: Descriptive exploratory study, with field research with a qualitative approach. The participants were nursing, physiotherapy and pharmacy residents at a public hospital in the west of Paraná, totaling 14 participants. An online questionnaire was sent with descriptive questions about socioeconomic characteristics, reasons why they chose to attend residency and what were the biggest weaknesses and challenges faced. Data collection took place between June and August 2021. RESULTS: 50% were young people between 23 and 25 years old. They sought the program with the aim of acquiring practical experience and improving their professional curriculum to enter the job market. The reported difficulties permeated the workload, interpersonal relationships and professional devaluation. CONCLUSION: Residents have acquired specific knowledge and will continue their studies to improve their curriculum and enter the job market.