Primeiro emprego para enfermeiros no nordeste brasileiro: uma análise temporal

Abstract

This study analyzes the job market for newly graduated nurses in Northeast Brazil, based on first-time employment admission records from 2011 to 2021, obtained from the Annual Social Information Report (RAIS). It is a descriptive, cross-sectional, and quantitative research based on publicly available microdata provided by the Ministry of Labor and Employment (MTE). The data were processed using the R software and analyzed through descriptive statistics and trend tests. The results show a statistically significant upward trend in first-time job admissions for nurses in the region. However, these admissions represent a much smaller portion compared to those of professionals with previous work experience. This indicates a low level of integration of new graduates into the formal job market. Given this context, the findings highlight the urgent need for public policies aimed at integrating young professionals into the workforce, expanding opportunities compatible with their level of training. Therefore, investing in the transition from academic education to professional practice is essential to strengthen the healthcare system and ensure the qualification of future generations of nurses.