Experiences of resilience among newly graduated nurses transitioning to practice: A qualitative study

IF 1.7 Q2 NURSING

Teaching and Learning in Nursing Pub Date : 2025-06-19 DOI:10.1016/j.teln.2025.04.008

Paige S. Randall PhD, MS, RN, CNE , Tolu O. Oyesanya PhD, RN , Donald E. Bailey Jr. PhD, RN, FAAN , Amy Corneli PhD, MPH , Paula D. Koppel PhD, RN, GNP-BC, AHN-BC, NBCHWC , Jennie C. De Gagne PhD, DNP, RN, NPD-BC, CNE, ANEF, FAAN

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Abstract

Background

The pervasive nursing shortage is exacerbated by newly graduated nurse turnover. Resilience can help new nurses manage stress and burnout, aiding their success and retention.

Aims

To explore lived experiences of resilience among newly graduated nurses transitioning to practice and describe facilitators and barriers to their resilience.

Methods

Online photovoice surveys (n = 30) and remote focus groups (n = 3) were conducted with 10 associate degree nursing students. Data were collected at three timepoints: baseline (final semester in school), 3-4 months into practice, and 7-8 months into practice and analyzed with interpretive phenomenological techniques.

Results

Six main themes emerged: (1) motivational aspirations, (2) supportive systems, (3) emerging stressors, (4) hidden obstacles in school and practice, (5) incivility from professionals, and (6) learning to endure.

Conclusions

Burnout starts in nursing school and resilience can develop during the transition to practice. Strategies for educators and leaders to promote resilience and retain new nurses are identified. Future research should consider cultural and socioeconomic impacts on resilience.

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新毕业护士转职的心理弹性经验：一项质性研究

背景新毕业护士的离职加剧了普遍存在的护士短缺问题。适应能力可以帮助新护士管理压力和倦怠，帮助他们成功和留任。目的探讨新毕业护士向实践过渡时的弹性生活经历，并描述其弹性的促进因素和障碍。方法对10名护理专科学生进行在线照片语音调查（n = 30名）和远程焦点小组调查（n = 3名）。在三个时间点收集数据：基线（学校最后一个学期）、实习后3-4个月和实习后7-8个月，并使用解释现象学技术进行分析。结果六个主要主题：(1)激励愿望，(2)支持系统，(3)新出现的压力源，(4)学校和实践中的隐藏障碍，(5)专业人员的不礼貌，(6)学会忍受。结论护士职业倦怠始于护理学校，适应力可在向实践过渡的过程中发展。确定了教育工作者和领导者促进复原力和留住新护士的战略。未来的研究应考虑文化和社会经济对弹性的影响。

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Teaching and Learning in Nursing NURSING-

CiteScore

2.60

自引率

10.50%

发文量

119

审稿时长

37 days

期刊介绍： Teaching and Learning in Nursing is the Official Journal of the National Organization of Associate Degree Nursing. The journal is dedicated to the advancement of Associate Degree Nursing education and practice, and promotes collaboration in charting the future of health care education and delivery. Topics include: - Managing Different Learning Styles - New Faculty Mentoring - Legal Issues - Research - Legislative Issues - Instructional Design Strategies - Leadership, Management Roles - Unique Funding for Programs and Faculty