Seamless Transition: Strategies for Effective New Nurse Orientation and Practice Integration

IF 1.3 Q3 NURSING

Nurse Leader Pub Date : 2025-02-01 DOI:10.1016/j.mnl.2024.09.024

Lovelyamma Varghese DNP, MSN, FNP, NPD-BC, NEA-BC, Susanna Shkrabak MS-L, RN-BC, PHN, FNP-C

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Abstract

This project aimed to improve nurse orientation and retention by introducing a Nursing Professional Development (NPD) Preceptor for the initial three weeks of unit-based training. The program, tailored for 51 new nurses on a medical-surgical floor, enhanced skill development, confidence, and integration into unit culture. Retention rates rose by 12.2% from 2023 to 2024, and patient safety metrics significantly improved. Feedback and surveys highlighted the program's success and suggested extending orientation support. The results demonstrate a positive return on investment, with improved patient care and increased nurse satisfaction.

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Nurse Leader NURSING-

CiteScore

2.10

自引率

7.10%

发文量

129

审稿时长

20 days

期刊介绍： Nurse Leader provides the vision, skills, and tools needed by nurses currently in, or aspiring to, leadership positions. The bimonthly journal provides nurses with practical information in an easy-to-read format - offering the knowledge they need to succeed. It pulls together insights from a broad spectrum of successful management and leadership perspectives and tailors the information to the specific needs of nurses. Columns include The Coaching Forum and Lessons Learned.