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Almegewly WH, Karavasileiadou S, Alotaibi TS. Exploring the experiences of female undergraduate nursing students in providing home healthcare to older adults. Int J Qual Stud Health Well-being 2024; 19:2291838. [PMID: 38055792 DOI: 10.1080/17482631.2023.2291838] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/10/2023] [Accepted: 12/03/2023] [Indexed: 12/08/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND In light of the growing ageing population in Saudi Arabia and Saudi nurses' hesitation to work with the older population, it is important to understand the experiences of nursing students on their clinical placement in home healthcare. METHODS This study is a descriptive qualitative study based on five focus groups of 3-5 students each. Data were collected from female senior baccalaureate nursing students at a female governmental university in Saudi Arabia, and during their placement in home healthcare. Data were analysed using thematic analysis. RESULTS Five main themes emerged : struggling with their own family; struggling with cultural and social beliefs; struggling during clinical training; struggling with domestic caregivers; and reflections for the future were considered important impressions in clinical experience. CONCLUSION The culture of Saudi Arabian society is an important factor in shaping the training experience of female nursing students either positively or negatively, specifically in the context of home healthcare nursing for older patients. The results of this study show how important it is for students to be prepared for the clinical environment, the nature of the work, and the role of the home healthcare nurse in order to improve their clinical learning.
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- Wafa Hamad Almegewly
- Department of Community Health Nursing, College of Nursing, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Community Health Nursing, College of Nursing, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Mtegha MB, Chodzaza E, Chirwa E, Kalembo FW, Zgambo M. Challenges experienced by newly qualified nurse-midwives transitioning to practice in selected midwifery settings in northern Malawi. BMC Nurs 2022; 21:236. [PMID: 36008826 PMCID: PMC9413903 DOI: 10.1186/s12912-022-01012-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2022] [Accepted: 08/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Literature shows that newly qualified nurse-midwives face challenges integrating into the workforce during their transition period from education to practice. However, little is known about the needs and challenges of Malawian nurse-midwives during their transition from education to practice. The aim of the study was to explore the transition experiences of newly qualified nurse-midwives working in selected midwifery units in Northern Malawi. METHODOLOGY A qualitative descriptive approach was used. Data were collected through in-depth interviews using semi-structured interview guides from a purposive sample of 19 participants (13 newly qualified nurse-midwives and 6 key informants). The researchers developed two interview guides; one for the newly qualified nurse-midwives and another one for the key informants. The interview guides had questions related to newly qualified nurse-midwives experiences of transitioning to practice and the support they received. Participants were from three selected hospitals in the Northern part of Malawi that have maternity units. Data were analysed manually using thematic analysis. FINDINGS Five themes related to challenges faced by newly qualified nurse-midwives during their transition to practice in midwifery units emerged from the thematic analysis of the data. These included (1) Theory-practice gap, (2) Lack of confidence and skills, (3) Inadequate resources, (4) Transition support system, and (5) Workplace conflict. CONCLUSION Newly qualified nurse-midwives in Malawi encounter many challenges while transitioning from education to practice. The study findings underscore the need to develop a national framework support system that could not only help newly qualified midwives adjust positively to their new role but also create more opportunities for learning and developing and strengthening a collaborative partnership between colleges and hospitals.
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- Mathews Brave Mtegha
- Department of Nursing and Midwifery, St Johns Institute for Health, Mzuzu, Malawi.
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- School of Maternal, Neonatal and Reproductive Health, Kamuzu University of Health Sciences, Blantyre, Malawi
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- School of Maternal, Neonatal and Reproductive Health, Kamuzu University of Health Sciences, Blantyre, Malawi
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Edith Cowan University, Perth, Australia
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Kim JH, Shin HS. Exploring barriers and facilitators for successful transition in new graduate nurses: A mixed methods study. J Prof Nurs 2020; 36:560-568. [DOI: 10.1016/j.profnurs.2020.08.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2020] [Revised: 08/04/2020] [Accepted: 08/10/2020] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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Bakker EJM, Kox JHAM, Boot CRL, Francke AL, van der Beek AJ, Roelofs PDDM. Improving mental health of student and novice nurses to prevent dropout: A systematic review. J Adv Nurs 2020; 76:2494-2509. [PMID: 32538480 PMCID: PMC7540364 DOI: 10.1111/jan.14453] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2019] [Revised: 05/07/2020] [Accepted: 05/15/2020] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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Aims To provide: (a) an overview of interventions aimed at improving mental health of student or novice nurses; and (b) an evaluation of their effectiveness on dropout‐related outcomes. Design Systematic review. Data sources Research papers published between January 1971–February 2019 were identified from the following databases: Embase, Medline, PsycInfo, CINAHL, ERIC, the Cochrane Library, Web of Science, and Google Scholar. Review methods We followed the procedures recommended by the Editorial Board of the Cochrane Collaboration Back Review Group. We included peer‐reviewed articles with a quantitative research design, examining interventions aimed at improving mental health of student and novice nurses and their effect on dropout‐related outcomes. The large variation in studies prohibited statistical pooling and a synthesis without meta‐analysis of studies was performed. Results We identified 21 studies with three areas of focus: managing stress or stressors (N = 4); facilitating the transition to nursing practice (N = 14); and a combined approach (N = 3). Five studies showed a statistically significant effect on dropout‐related outcomes. The overall risk of bias was high. Conclusion A wide range of interventions are available, but the evidence for their effectiveness is limited. There is a need for high‐quality studies in this field, preferably with a randomized controlled design.
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- Ellen J M Bakker
- Research Centre Innovations in Care, Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences, Rotterdam, The Netherlands.,Department of Public and Occupational Health, Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute, Amsterdam UMC, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Research Centre Innovations in Care, Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences, Rotterdam, The Netherlands.,Department of General Practice, Erasmus University Medical Centre, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Public and Occupational Health, Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute, Amsterdam UMC, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Behavioural Science Institute, Radboud University Nijmegen, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Public and Occupational Health, Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute, Amsterdam UMC, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,NIVEL Netherlands Institute for Health Services Research, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Public and Occupational Health, Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute, Amsterdam UMC, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Research Centre Innovations in Care, Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences, Rotterdam, The Netherlands.,Department of Health Sciences, Community and Occupational Medicine, University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands
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New graduate nurses’ self-assessed competencies: An integrative review. Nurse Educ Pract 2020; 45:102801. [DOI: 10.1016/j.nepr.2020.102801] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2019] [Revised: 04/01/2020] [Accepted: 05/01/2020] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Tucker G, Atkinson J, Kelly J, Parkin L, McKenzie A, Scott S, Joyce S, Davidson D. Evaluation of a structured preceptorship programme. Br J Community Nurs 2020; 24:554-557. [PMID: 31674229 DOI: 10.12968/bjcn.2019.24.11.554] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Preceptorship is a period in which newly qualified staff nurses receive support from an experienced nurse to smooth their transition into the service. District nurses (DNs) from the authors' trust informally expressed the need for a better transition between the completion of district nursing education and entry into the workforce. Hence, a structured preceptorship programme was developed and delivered. This article describes this service initiative and its evaluation by preceptors (n=14) and preceptees (newly qualified DNs; n=13). Both groups valued having a structured preceptorship programme. Preceptees agreed that having a named preceptor was very important, and preceptors felt that the role which they played was rewarding. Both groups felt that the role of the DN was a specialist role and that the preceptorship programme helped to support newly qualified staff make the transition into qualified DNs, clinical team leaders and, ultimately, caseload holders. A large-scale study of DN practice is required to develop a national consensus on the structure and content of preceptorship programmes for district nursing.
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- Guy Tucker
- Senior Lecturer and Programme Leader in District Nursing, Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
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- Head of Subject, Nursing, Midwifery and Health, Faculty of Health and Life Sciences, both at the University of Northumbria, Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
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- Chief Matron, Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
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- Community Practice Teacher, Community Matron and District Nurse, Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
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- Community Practice Teacher and District Nurse, Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
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- Operations Manager, Specialist Nursing, Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
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- Clinical Lead, District Nursing Service North Tyneside, Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
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- Operations Manager, Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
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Wildermuth MM, Weltin A, Simmons A. Transition experiences of nurses as students and new graduate nurses in a collaborative nurse residency program. J Prof Nurs 2020; 36:69-75. [DOI: 10.1016/j.profnurs.2019.06.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2018] [Revised: 06/02/2019] [Accepted: 06/07/2019] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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Abiodun RO, Daniels F, Pimmer C, Chipps J. Nurse graduates' experiences and support needs: A qualitative systematic review of South Africa's community service programme. Curationis 2019; 42:e1-e12. [PMID: 31478728 PMCID: PMC6739524 DOI: 10.4102/curationis.v42i1.1906] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/25/2018] [Revised: 03/05/2019] [Accepted: 03/18/2019] [Indexed: 11/01/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The student-to-nurse graduate transition is a pivotal phase in the professional development of nurses. In South Africa, this transition is part of a compulsory community service programme, which requires newly graduated nurses to work in rural and/or underserved areas for a period of 1 year. OBJECTIVES The aim of this study was to review nurse graduates' experiences and support needs during their transition in the compulsory community service programme. METHODS A qualitative systematic review of experiences was conducted. Qualitative research studies that addressed nurses' experience in South Africa (2008-2017) were identified in Cochrane, Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI), Academic Search Complete, CINAHL, PubMed, SABINET, Science Direct, SCOPUS and Google Scholar databases. The systematic review methods included searching, sifting, abstracting and quality assessment of relevant qualitative studies by two reviewers and cross-checking by a third reviewer. Two reviewers independently performed blinded data extraction and quality assessment using the confidence in qualitative synthesis findings (ConQual) approach. RESULTS A total of 1257 studies were identified of which 12 met the inclusion criteria. Seven of the 12 studies were published articles and six were theses. The quality of the studies was found to be of high standard based on the ConQual rating. Four main themes emerged from the analysis: (1) rich developmental experiences through practice exposure, (2) difficulties in reconciling theory and practice, (3) contextual challenges in the workplace and (4) need for professional support structures, educational measures and public guidelines. CONCLUSION Although positive experiences were reported, various challenges emerged, indicating the need for more systematic support mechanisms during transition.
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- Rita O Abiodun
- School of Nursing, University of the Western Cape, Cape Town.
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Dwyer PA, Hunter Revell SM, Sethares KA, Ayotte BJ. The influence of psychological capital, authentic leadership in preceptors, and structural empowerment on new graduate nurse burnout and turnover intent. Appl Nurs Res 2019; 48:37-44. [DOI: 10.1016/j.apnr.2019.04.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/15/2018] [Revised: 04/15/2019] [Accepted: 04/28/2019] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Lin YY, Lee YH, Chang SC, Lee DC, Lu KY, Hung YM, Chang YP. Individual resilience, intention to stay, and work frustration among postgraduate two-year programme nurses. Collegian 2019. [DOI: 10.1016/j.colegn.2018.12.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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Blomberg H, Welander J. A narrative study of newly graduated registered Swedish nurses' establishment in the profession and the portrayal of a healthcare organisation. J Health Organ Manag 2019; 33:413-425. [PMID: 31282811 DOI: 10.1108/jhom-09-2018-0251] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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PURPOSE The purpose of this paper is to investigate how the participants talk about their experiences as newly graduated nurses, managers and nursing colleagues in the context of "newcomers' establishment in the profession" and to identify how they portray the healthcare organisation in their narratives. DESIGN/METHODOLOGY/APPROACH A narrative approach is used to reveal and illustrate three perspectives on the topic "new-comers' establishment". In total, 14 interviews are conducted with 4 managers, 4 nursing colleagues and 6 newly graduated registered nurses. The focus of this study is how a healthcare organisation embraces and retains newly graduated registered nurses and how this is perceived. FINDINGS The newcomers' establishment is facilitated by an orientation programme and an orientation period, individual support provided by managers and colleagues, and the creation of trust to boost confidence in nursing situations. The organisation is portrayed as struggling with high workloads, nursing shortages, high levels of responsibility and showing concern and an interest in the newcomer. The parties criticise the university for not teaching the most basic knowledge, thereby revealing the existence of a theory-practice gap. ORIGINALITY/VALUE The research shows how building trust amongst the organisation's members is essential for creating a satisfying workplace and the retention of newly graduated registered nurses. Empirical descriptions of newly graduated nurses, managers and nursing colleagues experiences of "newcomers establishment" are rare, which is why the description of such "establishment" in this research increases the value of the paper.
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- Helena Blomberg
- School of Health, Care and Welfare, Mälardalen University , Eskilstuna, Sweden
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- School of Health, Care and Welfare, Mälardalen University , Eskilstuna, Sweden
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Logina A, Traynor M. The relationship between effective transition models and the optimal management of patient care. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2019; 28:168-173. [DOI: 10.12968/bjon.2019.28.3.168] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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- Associate Dean of Education, Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Sciences, Queen's University Belfast
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Edwards D, Carrier J, Hawker C. Effectiveness of strategies and interventions aiming to assist the transition from student to newly qualified nurse: an update systematic review protocol. JBI DATABASE OF SYSTEMATIC REVIEWS AND IMPLEMENTATION REPORTS 2019; 17:157-163. [PMID: 30204714 DOI: 10.11124/jbisrir-2017-003755] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/31/2023]
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REVIEW QUESTION/OBJECTIVE The objective of this systematic review update is to evaluate recent available research on the effectiveness of strategies and interventions aiming to assist the transition from student to newly qualified nurse for job satisfaction, confidence, competence, knowledge, stress, anxiety, retention, turnover and costs.
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- Deborah Edwards
- The Wales Centre for Evidence Based Care: a Joanna Briggs Institute Centre of Excellence
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- The Wales Centre for Evidence Based Care: a Joanna Briggs Institute Centre of Excellence
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- The Wales Centre for Evidence Based Care: a Joanna Briggs Institute Centre of Excellence
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Hawkins N, Jeong S, Smith T. Coming ready or not! An integrative review examining new graduate nurses' transition in acute care. Int J Nurs Pract 2018; 25:e12714. [PMID: 30537440 DOI: 10.1111/ijn.12714] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2018] [Revised: 09/30/2018] [Accepted: 11/01/2018] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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AIMS To synthesize the scientific evidence about new graduate nurses' transition to practice in the acute care setting and consider implications for nurses and nursing practice. BACKGROUND Despite the vast amount of literature on new graduate nurses' transition to practice, the transition of new graduate nurses is a global issue and remains at the forefront of discussions within the nursing community. DESIGN An integrative review. REVIEW METHODS A search of evidence-based research from seven electronic databases (CINAHL, MEDLINE, ProQuest, Cochrane, JBI, Wiley, and Scopus) was conducted for the period of 2006-2016. Eligible articles were critically reviewed and scored using the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool (MMAT). RESULTS Twenty-six articles were reviewed, which included 19 qualitative, five quantitative, and two mixed methods studies. "The Experiences" are described in three themes: Dominated by fear but feeling a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction; Reality vs Idealism; and Adjusting to nursing life. "The Factors" are described under three themes: Personal, Professional, and Organizational. CONCLUSION The transition experience of new graduate nurses is complex and multidimensional and highlights that "it takes a village" to grow and support new graduate nurses.
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- Natasha Hawkins
- School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Newcastle, Taree, Australia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Newcastle, Ourimbah, Australia
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- Department of Rural Health, University of Newcastle, Taree, Australia
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Eastland TY, Morrow MR, Davis JH. Effectiveness of institutional strategies to recruit and retain minority nurses: a systematic review protocol. JBI DATABASE OF SYSTEMATIC REVIEWS AND IMPLEMENTATION REPORTS 2018; 16:1490-1494. [PMID: 29995709 DOI: 10.11124/jbisrir-2017-003546] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/31/2022]
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REVIEW QUESTION/OBJECTIVE The objective of this review is to identify, appraise and synthesize the best available evidence on the effectiveness of institutional strategies and interventions on recruitment and retention of minority nurses.
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- Taryn Y Eastland
- College of Nursing, Purdue University Northwest, Hammond, USA
- Indiana Center for Evidence Based Nursing Practice: a Joanna Briggs Institute Centre of Excellence
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- College of Nursing, Purdue University Northwest, Hammond, USA
- Indiana Center for Evidence Based Nursing Practice: a Joanna Briggs Institute Centre of Excellence
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- College of Nursing, Purdue University Northwest, Hammond, USA
- Indiana Center for Evidence Based Nursing Practice: a Joanna Briggs Institute Centre of Excellence
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Showalter BL, Cline D, Yungclas J, Frentz K, Stafford SR, Maresh KJ. Clinical Research Nursing: Development of a Residency Program
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Clinical research nurses are essential in the coordination of clinical trials and the management of research participants. Without a stable, knowledgeable research nurse workforce, the conduct of research is affected. A research nurse residency is a novel approach to preparing new graduate nurses for the oncology research nurse role. This article will describe the development and content of the research nurse residency and how this approach is being used to address a need for clinical research nurses to support burgeoning clinical trials at a National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center.
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Thrasher AB, Walker SE. Orientation Process for Newly Credentialed Athletic Trainers in the Transition to Practice. J Athl Train 2018; 53:292-302. [PMID: 29466070 PMCID: PMC5894381 DOI: 10.4085/1062-6050-531-16] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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CONTEXT Orientation is an important part of socialization and transition to practice, yet the orientation process for newly credentialed athletic trainers (ATs) is unknown. OBJECTIVE To determine how newly credentialed ATs are oriented to their roles. DESIGN Cross-sectional study. SETTING Online survey. PATIENTS OR OTHER PARTICIPANTS Three hundred thirty-two of 1835 newly credentialed ATs (18%) certified and employed between January and September of 2013 completed the survey (129 men, 203 women; age = 23.58 ± 2.54 years). DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS The survey consisted of demographic information (eg, employment setting, job title) and 2 sections: (1) orientation tactics and (2) usefulness of orientation tactics. For the first section, participants identified if various orientation tactics were included in their orientations (eg, policies and procedures review). For the second section, participants identified how useful each orientation tactic was on a Likert scale (1 = not useful, 4 = very useful). Descriptive statistics were calculated for each survey item. Mann-Whitney U and Kruskal-Wallis tests were used to determine differences between demographic characteristics and orientation tactics. A Bonferroni correction accounted for multiple comparisons. A panel of experts established the content validity of the survey. The Cronbach α was used to establish internal consistency (α = 0.802) Results: The most common orientation tactics were meeting with supervisors (n = 276, 82.9%) and staff members (eg, coaches; n = 266, 79.9%) and learning responsibilities (n = 254, 76.2%). The least common orientation tactics were simulation of the emergency action plan (n = 66, 19.8%) and preceptor development (n = 71, 21.3%); however, preceptor development was not applicable to many participants. The most useful orientation tactics were simulating the emergency action plan (3.45/4.0) and meeting with staff members (3.44/4.0). Participants who felt their orientation prepared them for their roles were exposed to more tactics during orientation (Mann-Whitney U = 17 212, P < .001). CONCLUSIONS Many tactics were used to orient newly credentialed ATs to their roles, but orientations varied based on the practice setting.
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Attributes of Iranian new nurse preceptors: A phenomenological study. Nurse Educ Pract 2018; 28:121-126. [DOI: 10.1016/j.nepr.2017.10.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2016] [Revised: 09/29/2017] [Accepted: 10/16/2017] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Pålsson Y, Engström M, Leo Swenne C, Mårtensson G. A peer learning intervention targeting newly graduated nurses: A feasibility study with a descriptive design based on the Medical Research Council framework. J Adv Nurs 2017; 74:1127-1138. [DOI: 10.1111/jan.13513] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/13/2017] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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- Ylva Pålsson
- Faculty of Health and Occupational Studies; University of Gävle; Gävle Sweden
- Department of Public Health and Caring Sciences; Uppsala University; Uppsala Sweden
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- Faculty of Health and Occupational Studies; University of Gävle; Gävle Sweden
- Department of Public Health and Caring Sciences; Uppsala University; Uppsala Sweden
- Nursing Department; Medicine and Health College; Lishui University; Zhejiang Sheng China
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- Department of Public Health and Caring Sciences; Uppsala University; Uppsala Sweden
- Department of Surgical Sciences; Thoracic Surgery; Uppsala University; Uppsala Sweden
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- Faculty of Health and Occupational Studies; University of Gävle; Gävle Sweden
- Department of Public Health and Caring Sciences; Uppsala University; Uppsala Sweden
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Halter M, Pelone F, Boiko O, Beighton C, Harris R, Gale J, Gourlay S, Drennan V. Interventions to Reduce Adult Nursing Turnover: A Systematic Review of Systematic Reviews. Open Nurs J 2017; 11:108-123. [PMID: 29299084 PMCID: PMC5725565 DOI: 10.2174/1874434601711010108] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2017] [Revised: 05/22/2017] [Accepted: 06/08/2017] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Nurse turnover is an issue of concern in health care systems internationally. Understanding which interventions are effective to reduce turnover rates is important to managers and health care organisations. Despite a plethora of reviews of such interventions, strength of evidence is hard to determine. OBJECTIVE We aimed to review literature on interventions to reduce turnover in nurses working in the adult health care services in developed economies. METHOD We conducted an overview (systematic review of systematic reviews) using the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, MEDLINE, EMBASE, Applied Social Sciences Index and Abstracts, CINAHL plus and SCOPUS and forward searching. We included reviews published between 1990 and January 2015 in English. We carried out parallel blinded selection, extraction of data and assessment of bias, using the Assessment of Multiple Systematic Reviews. We carried out a narrative synthesis. RESULTS Despite the large body of published reviews, only seven reviews met the inclusion criteria. These provide moderate quality review evidence, albeit from poorly controlled primary studies. They provide evidence of effect of a small number of interventions which decrease turnover or increase retention of nurses, these being preceptorship of new graduates and leadership for group cohesion. CONCLUSION We highlight that a large body of reviews does not equate with a large body of high quality evidence. Agreement as to the measures and terminology to be used together with well-designed, funded primary research to provide robust evidence for nurse and human resource managers to base their nurse retention strategies on is urgently required.
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- Mary Halter
- Faculty of Health, Social Care and Education, Kingston University and St George’s, University of London, London, England
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- National Guideline Alliance, Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, London, England
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- Faculty of Health, Social Care and Education, Kingston University and St George’s, University of London, London, England
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- Faculty of Health, Social Care and Education, Kingston University and St George’s, University of London, London, England
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- Nursing & Midwifery, King's College London, England
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- Faculty of Health, Social Care and Education, Kingston University and St George’s, University of London, London, England
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- Faculty of Business & Law, Kingston University, London, England
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- Faculty of Health, Social Care and Education, Kingston University and St George’s, University of London, London, England
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The Importance of Continuing Professional Development to Career Satisfaction and Patient Care: Meeting the Needs of Novice to Mid- to Late-Career Nurses throughout Their Career Span. ADMINISTRATIVE SCIENCES 2017. [DOI: 10.3390/admsci7020017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 85] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Pasila K, Elo S, Kääriäinen M. Newly graduated nurses’ orientation experiences: A systematic review of qualitative studies. Int J Nurs Stud 2017; 71:17-27. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijnurstu.2017.02.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 46] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2016] [Revised: 02/23/2017] [Accepted: 02/24/2017] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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BACKGROUND To accommodate a higher demand for critical care nurses, an orientation program in a surgical intensive care unit was revised and streamlined. Two theoretical models served as a foundation for the revision and resulted in clear clinical benchmarks for orientation progress evaluation. PURPOSE The purpose of the project was to integrate theoretical frameworks into practice to improve the unit orientation program. METHODS Performance improvement methods served as a framework for the revision, and outcomes were measured before and after implementation. RESULTS The revised orientation program increased 1- and 2-year nurse retention and decreased turnover. Critical care knowledge increased after orientation for both the preintervention and postintervention groups. CONCLUSION Incorporating a theoretical basis for orientation has been shown to be successful in increasing the number of nurses completing orientation and improving retention, turnover rates, and knowledge gained.
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Lima S, Newall F, Jordan HL, Hamilton B, Kinney S. Development of competence in the first year of graduate nursing practice: a longitudinal study. J Adv Nurs 2016; 72:878-88. [DOI: 10.1111/jan.12874] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/27/2015] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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- Sally Lima
- The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne; Parkville Victoria Australia
- The University of Melbourne; Parkville Victoria Australia
- Murdoch Children's Research Institute Melbourne; Parkville Victoria Australia
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- The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne; Parkville Victoria Australia
- The University of Melbourne; Parkville Victoria Australia
- Murdoch Children's Research Institute Melbourne; Parkville Victoria Australia
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- The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne; Parkville Victoria Australia
- The University of Melbourne; Parkville Victoria Australia
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Guay J, Bishop SE, Espin S. New Graduate RNs' Perceptions of Transitioning to Professional Practice After Completing Ontario's New Graduate Guarantee Orientation Program. J Contin Educ Nurs 2016; 47:37-44. [DOI: 10.3928/00220124-20151230-10] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/18/2015] [Accepted: 09/29/2015] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Lima S, Jordan HL, Kinney S, Hamilton B, Newall F. Empirical evolution of a framework that supports the development of nursing competence. J Adv Nurs 2015; 72:889-99. [DOI: 10.1111/jan.12872] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/27/2015] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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- Sally Lima
- The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne; Parkville Victoria Australia
- The University of Melbourne; Parkville Victoria Australia
- Murdoch Children's Research Institute Melbourne; Parkville Victoria Australia
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- The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne; Parkville Victoria Australia
- The University of Melbourne; Parkville Victoria Australia
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- The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne; Parkville Victoria Australia
- The University of Melbourne; Parkville Victoria Australia
- Murdoch Children's Research Institute Melbourne; Parkville Victoria Australia
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The experiences of newly graduated nurses during their first year of practice in the Sultanate of Oman – A case study. Int J Nurs Stud 2015; 52:1723-34. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijnurstu.2015.06.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 43] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2014] [Revised: 06/15/2015] [Accepted: 06/16/2015] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Kozub E, Hibanada-Laserna M, Harget G, Ecoff L. Redesigning Orientation in an Intensive Care Unit Using 2 Theoretical Models. AACN Adv Crit Care 2015. [DOI: 10.4037/nci.0000000000000088] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/01/2022]
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Background:To accommodate a higher demand for critical care nurses, an orientation program in a surgical intensive care unit was revised and streamlined. Two theoretical models served as a foundation for the revision and resulted in clear clinical benchmarks for orientation progress evaluation.Purpose:The purpose of the project was to integrate theoretical frameworks into practice to improve the unit orientation program.Methods:Performance improvement methods served as a framework for the revision, and outcomes were measured before and after implementation.Results:The revised orientation program increased 1- and 2-year nurse retention and decreased turnover. Critical care knowledge increased after orientation for both the preintervention and postintervention groups.Conclusion:Incorporating a theoretical basis for orientation has been shown to be successful in increasing the number of nurses completing orientation and improving retention, turnover rates, and knowledge gained.
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- Elizabeth Kozub
- Elizabeth Kozub is Clinical Nurse Specialist, Surgical Intensive Care Unit, Sharp Memorial Hospital, 7901 Frost St, San Diego, CA 92123 ( or )., Maribel Hibanada-Laserna is Advanced Clinician, Surgical Intensive Care Unit, Sharp Memorial Hospital, San Diego, California., Gwen Harget is Advanced Clinician, Surgical Intensive Care Unit, Sharp Memorial Hospital, San Diego, California., Laurie Ecoff is Director of Research, Education, and Professional Practice, Sharp Memorial Hospital, San Diego, California
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- Elizabeth Kozub is Clinical Nurse Specialist, Surgical Intensive Care Unit, Sharp Memorial Hospital, 7901 Frost St, San Diego, CA 92123 ( or )., Maribel Hibanada-Laserna is Advanced Clinician, Surgical Intensive Care Unit, Sharp Memorial Hospital, San Diego, California., Gwen Harget is Advanced Clinician, Surgical Intensive Care Unit, Sharp Memorial Hospital, San Diego, California., Laurie Ecoff is Director of Research, Education, and Professional Practice, Sharp Memorial Hospital, San Diego, California
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- Elizabeth Kozub is Clinical Nurse Specialist, Surgical Intensive Care Unit, Sharp Memorial Hospital, 7901 Frost St, San Diego, CA 92123 ( or )., Maribel Hibanada-Laserna is Advanced Clinician, Surgical Intensive Care Unit, Sharp Memorial Hospital, San Diego, California., Gwen Harget is Advanced Clinician, Surgical Intensive Care Unit, Sharp Memorial Hospital, San Diego, California., Laurie Ecoff is Director of Research, Education, and Professional Practice, Sharp Memorial Hospital, San Diego, California
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- Elizabeth Kozub is Clinical Nurse Specialist, Surgical Intensive Care Unit, Sharp Memorial Hospital, 7901 Frost St, San Diego, CA 92123 ( or )., Maribel Hibanada-Laserna is Advanced Clinician, Surgical Intensive Care Unit, Sharp Memorial Hospital, San Diego, California., Gwen Harget is Advanced Clinician, Surgical Intensive Care Unit, Sharp Memorial Hospital, San Diego, California., Laurie Ecoff is Director of Research, Education, and Professional Practice, Sharp Memorial Hospital, San Diego, California
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Shinners JS, Franqueiro T. Preceptor skills and characteristics: considerations for preceptor education. J Contin Educ Nurs 2015; 46:233-6. [PMID: 25955427 DOI: 10.3928/00220124-20150420-04] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2014] [Accepted: 12/01/2014] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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The onboarding and retention of new graduate RNs continues to be a critical focus for both nursing as a profession and for health care organizations. A comprehensive residency program, with preceptor engagement playing a key role, is essential to the success of these new nurses in transition. With a focus on preceptor education, this article provides an analysis of the preceptor experience from the perspective of new graduate RNs and how their feedback provided the foundation for preceptor education. The article outlines opinions and recommendations for preceptor development, provided by a convenience sample of new graduate nurses from a multisite, postresidency evaluation survey. The purpose of the analysis was two-fold: (a) to identify preceptor skills and characteristics for presentation at the 2nd annual American Academy for Preceptor Advancement conference and (b) to ensure that the identified skills and characteristics provide the foundation for preceptor education in a national residency program.
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A systematic review of the effectiveness of strategies and interventions to improve the transition from student to newly qualified nurse. Int J Nurs Stud 2015; 52:1254-68. [PMID: 26001854 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijnurstu.2015.03.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 177] [Impact Index Per Article: 19.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2013] [Revised: 03/02/2015] [Accepted: 03/10/2015] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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BACKGROUND The transition from student to newly qualified nurse can be stressful for many newly qualified nurses who feel inadequately prepared. A variety of support strategies to improve the transition process have been reported across the international literature but the effectiveness of such strategies is unknown. OBJECTIVES/AIM To determine the effectiveness of the main strategies used to support newly qualified nurses during the transition into the clinical workplace and, where identified, evaluate the impact of these on individual and organisational outcomes. DESIGN Systematic review. DATA SOURCES A search of electronic databases to identify published studies (CINAHL, MEDLINE, British Nursing Index, Cochrane Library, EMBASE, PsychLit, PsychINFO, PsychARTICLES, Web Of Science, EBM Reviews, BioMed, TRIP, ERIC, SCOPUS (January 2000-April 2011) was conducted. Relevant journals were hand-searched and reference lists from retrieved studies were reviewed to identify any further studies. The search was restricted to English language papers. The key words used were words that described new graduate nurses and support strategies (e.g. internship, residency, orientation programmes). REVIEW METHODS The inclusion criteria were quantitative studies that investigated the effectiveness of support strategies for newly qualified graduate nurses. Studies that involved students in their final year of graduate study were excluded (for example extern programmes). Extraction of data was undertaken independently by two reviewers. A further two reviewers assessed the methodological quality against agreed criteria. RESULTS A total of 8199 studies were identified from the database search and 30 met the inclusion criteria for the review. The evidence suggests that transition interventions/strategies do lead to improvements in confidence and competence, job satisfaction, critical thinking and reductions in stress and anxiety for the newly qualified nurse. CONCLUSIONS This systematic review demonstrates the beneficial effects of transitional support strategies for newly qualified nurses from the perspective of the new nurse and their employer. The overall impact of support strategies appears positive, irrespective of the type of support provided. This may suggest that it is the organisations' focus on new graduate nurses that is important, rather than simply leaving them to acclimatise to their new role themselves. Future research should involve well designed randomised controlled trials with larger sample sizes, using more objective and reliable outcome measures.
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Flinkman M, Salanterä S. Early career experiences and perceptions - a qualitative exploration of the turnover of young registered nurses and intention to leave the nursing profession in Finland. J Nurs Manag 2014; 23:1050-7. [DOI: 10.1111/jonm.12251] [Citation(s) in RCA: 78] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 06/16/2014] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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- Mervi Flinkman
- Department of Nursing Science; University of Turku; Turku Finland
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- University of Turku; Turku Finland
- Turku University Hospital; Turku Finland
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Parker V, Giles M, Lantry G, McMillan M. New graduate nurses' experiences in their first year of practice. NURSE EDUCATION TODAY 2014; 34:150-156. [PMID: 22857819 DOI: 10.1016/j.nedt.2012.07.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 127] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/19/2012] [Revised: 07/03/2012] [Accepted: 07/06/2012] [Indexed: 06/01/2023]
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AIMS This study aimed to explore new graduates' experiences of entering the nursing workforce in NSW, Australia, and to identify factors that impact on their transition to the workforce, satisfaction and likelihood of retention. BACKGROUND The nature of new graduates' experiences in their first year of employment has been shown to have a significant impact on their future career directions. It is well reported that often these experiences are stressful and unsatisfying. METHODS A mixed method cross sectional design was used combining quantitative and qualitative approaches. Data was gathered by online survey and focus groups. RESULTS A total of 282 new graduates, aged 21 to 54, responded to the online survey (response rate 24%). Overall, respondents were satisfied with their recruitment process (mean 3.54) and support for professional development (mean 3.37) but job satisfaction was rated lower (mean 2.91). Qualitative findings from focus groups and survey comments revealed a number of key factors impacting on the experience of transition for new graduates. These are; the nature of the workplace environment, the level and nature of support available to new graduates, together with their propensity to learn and adapt to workplace cultures and to accommodate their own expectations and the expectations of others, and to a lesser degree, the amount of prior experience. CONCLUSION There is an urgent need to develop and test a range of evidence based approaches that will both empower nurses and embed systematic approaches that enable equitable and contextually relevant stewardship of new graduate nurses into the future.
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- Vicki Parker
- University of New England, Australia; Hunter New England Health, Australia.
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Peltokoski J, Vehviläinen-Julkunen K, Miettinen M. Newly hired nurses' and physicians' perceptions of the comprehensive health care orientation process: a pilot study. J Nurs Manag 2013; 23:613-22. [PMID: 24279393 DOI: 10.1111/jonm.12187] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 09/02/2013] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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AIM To examine newly hired nurses' and physicians' perceptions of their orientation process in two Finnish hospitals, and to explore correlations between the background variables and the four aspects of a comprehensive orientation process. BACKGROUND Internationally, health care organisations are being challenged to recruit and retain a competent workforce. Although health care orientation programmes increase retention and provide safe and quality care, studies examining it are limited. METHOD A cross-sectional, descriptive questionnaire survey of registered nurses (n = 145) and physicians (n = 37) working in two specialised hospital settings was conducted in 2009-2010. RESULT Nurses' and physicians' perceptions regarding the orientation process ranged from low to moderate. The results showed that 'appointed preceptor', 'duration of orientation' and 'profession' correlated positively and significantly with a comprehensive orientation process. CONCLUSION The orientation process needs to be updated constantly and refined by evaluation data. In addition, incentives and effective support from the hospital organisation must be considered in order to perform the orientation process in a more comprehensive manner. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING MANAGEMENT The results indicate that investment is needed to improve the orientation process in health care. Health care managers are in a crucial position to support the orientation process in practice and value it as a retention strategy.
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- Jaana Peltokoski
- Department of Nursing Science, University of Eastern Finland, Kuopio University Hospital, Finland
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Theisen JL, Sandau KE. Competency of New Graduate Nurses: A Review of Their Weaknesses and Strategies for Success. J Contin Educ Nurs 2013; 44:406-14. [DOI: 10.3928/00220124-20130617-38] [Citation(s) in RCA: 94] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2013] [Accepted: 05/30/2013] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Chard R. The Personal and Professional Impact of the Future of Nursing Report. AORN J 2013; 98:273-80. [DOI: 10.1016/j.aorn.2013.01.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2012] [Revised: 01/18/2013] [Accepted: 01/20/2013] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Rush KL, Adamack M, Gordon J, Janke R, Ghement IR. Orientation and transition programme component predictors of new graduate workplace integration. J Nurs Manag 2013; 23:143-55. [DOI: 10.1111/jonm.12106] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/27/2013] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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- Kathy L. Rush
- School of Nursing; The University of British Columbia Okanagan; Kelowna Canada
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- Clinical Professional Education; Professional Practice Office; Kelowna Canada
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- School of Nursing; The University of British Columbia Okanagan; Kelowna Canada
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- The University of British Columbia Okanagan; Kelowna Canada
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Kirk VG, Currie G, Dewey D, Howlett A, Lemieux L. Innovation in physician recruitment & wellness: a pilot orientation program. J Pediatr 2013; 162:664-665.e2. [PMID: 23527839 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpeds.2013.01.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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- Valerie G Kirk
- Department of Pediatrics, Alberta Children's Hospital, University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
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Cusack L, Gilbert S, Fereday J. Flexibility in Competency-Based Workplace Transition Programs: An Exploratory Study of Community Child and Family Health Nursing. J Contin Educ Nurs 2013; 44:129-36. [DOI: 10.3928/00220124-20130215-72] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2012] [Accepted: 01/16/2013] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Clements V, Fenwick J, Davis D. Core elements of transition support programs: The experiences of newly qualified Australian midwives. SEXUAL & REPRODUCTIVE HEALTHCARE 2012. [DOI: 10.1016/j.srhc.2012.08.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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Alameddine M, Saleh S, El-Jardali F, Dimassi H, Mourad Y. The retention of health human resources in primary healthcare centers in Lebanon: a national survey. BMC Health Serv Res 2012; 12:419. [PMID: 23173905 PMCID: PMC3570494 DOI: 10.1186/1472-6963-12-419] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2012] [Accepted: 10/30/2012] [Indexed: 10/27/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Critical shortages of health human resources (HHR), associated with high turnover rates, have been a concern in many countries around the globe. Of particular interest is the effect of such a trend on the primary healthcare (PHC) sector; considered a cornerstone in any effective healthcare system. This study is a rare attempt to investigate PHC HHR work characteristics, level of burnout and likelihood to quit as well as the factors significantly associated with staff retention at PHC centers in Lebanon. METHODS A cross-sectional design was utilized to survey all health providers at 81 PHC centers dispersed in all districts of Lebanon. The questionnaire consisted of four sections: socio-demographic/ professional background, organizational/institutional characteristics, likelihood to quit and level of professional burnout (using the Maslach-Burnout Inventory). A total of 755 providers completed the questionnaire (60.5% response rate). Bivariate analyses and multinomial logistic regression were used to determine factors associated with likelihood to quit. RESULTS Two out of five respondents indicated likelihood to quit their jobs within the next 1-3 years and an additional 13.4% were not sure about quitting. The top three reasons behind likelihood to quit were poor salary (54.4%), better job opportunities outside the country (35.1%) and lack of professional development (33.7%). A U-shaped relationship was observed between age and likelihood to quit. Regression analysis revealed that high levels of burnout, lower level of education and low tenure were all associated with increased likelihood to quit. CONCLUSIONS The study findings reflect an unstable workforce and are not conducive to supporting an expanded role for PHC in the Lebanese healthcare system. While strategies aiming at improving staff retention would be important to develop and implement for all PHC HHR; targeted retention initiatives should focus on the young-new recruits and allied health professionals. Particular attention should be dedicated to enhancing providers' role satisfaction and sense of job security. Such initiatives are of pivotal importance to stabilize the workforce and ensure its longevity.
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- Mohamad Alameddine
- Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Health Management and Policy, American University of Beirut, Riad El-Solh, Beirut, Lebanon
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Newly Graduated Nurses' Job Satisfaction: Comparison with Allied Hospital Professionals, Social Workers, and Elementary School Teachers. Asian Nurs Res (Korean Soc Nurs Sci) 2012; 6:85-90. [DOI: 10.1016/j.anr.2012.06.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/13/2011] [Revised: 05/21/2012] [Accepted: 05/24/2012] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Takase M, Nakayoshi Y, Teraoka S. Graduate nurses' perceptions of mismatches between themselves and their jobs and association with intent to leave employment: a longitudinal survey. Int J Nurs Stud 2012; 49:1521-30. [PMID: 22925850 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijnurstu.2012.08.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2012] [Revised: 08/02/2012] [Accepted: 08/06/2012] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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BACKGROUND Graduate nurses experience mismatches between themselves and their jobs. One of these is the demands-abilities misfit, which is a mismatch between the abilities of employees and those required by a job (demands). Another is the supplies-needs misfit, which occurs when employees' work-specific needs are not fulfilled by opportunities (called environmental supplies) work can supply to reinforce them. OBJECTIVES The aim of this study was to investigate how graduate nurses' perceptions of the demands-abilities and supplies-needs misfits changed over time, and to examine how these misfits impact their intention to leave the jobs. DESIGN A longitudinal study design was used. SETTING Five hospitals in the western region of Japan cooperated in the study. PARTICIPANTS A total of 176 graduate nurses participated in the study one or more times. From among them, 150, 109, 102, and 96 graduates participated in the study conducted in the 3rd, 6th, 9th, and 12th months of the employment, respectively. In addition, 62 graduates participated in all studies. METHODS Surveys were distributed to the graduates 3, 6, 9 and 12 months after their employment commenced. The results were analysed using multiple regression analysis. RESULTS The results showed that the graduates perceived both demands-abilities and supplies-needs misfits, although the degree of the demands-abilities misfit became smaller towards the end of the graduate year. As for the impact on graduates' turnover intention, the graduates' abilities and their perception of the environmental supplies served as more significant predictors of their turnover intention, rather than the misfits per se. The variances of turnover intention explained by the supplies-needs variables were greater than those explained by the demands-abilities variables from the third to ninth months into the employment. On the other hand, the variance explained by the demands-abilities variables increased towards the end of the year, and finally exceeded that of the supplies-needs variables. CONCLUSIONS The graduates' turnover intention is complex, and may not be explained by simple demands-abilities and supplies-needs misfits. Different factors influence their turnover intention at different times to different degrees.
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- Miyuki Takase
- Institute of Biomedical & Health Sciences, Hiroshima University, 1-2-3, Kasumi, Minami-ku, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima 734-8551, Japan.
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Wu TY, Fox DP, Stokes C, Adam C. Work-related stress and intention to quit in newly graduated nurses. NURSE EDUCATION TODAY 2012; 32:669-674. [PMID: 21983395 DOI: 10.1016/j.nedt.2011.09.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 70] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2011] [Revised: 08/31/2011] [Accepted: 09/14/2011] [Indexed: 05/31/2023]
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Hospitals are fast paced health care environments that currently staff with Registered Nurse (RN) workforce comprised of more than 10% new graduate nurses. Past research has indicated that newly graduated nurses encounter stressful challenges transitioning from student (graduate) to the professional RN in the workforce. This issue must be given unabated priority, because loss of the new graduate has financial and patient safety implications. The purpose of this research study was to investigate work-related stress among recent nursing graduates and identify factors that influence their stress levels, as well as their intention to resign from their employment. Potential factors include gender, program type, work unit and duration, graduation time, and orientation. The study results indicate that junior RNs and BSN graduates are more likely to experience stress. Of all the stressors identified, equipment issues was the only factor that correlated both statistically and significantly to the participants' intention to quit. By investigating specific work-related stressors and coping strategies that these newly graduated nurses experience, this research may provide important information to better prepare and support future nursing students successfully transitioned to practice.
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- Tsu-Yin Wu
- School of Nursing, Eastern Michigan University, 328 Marshall, Ypsilanti, MI 48198, United States.
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Best practices of formal new graduate nurse transition programs: an integrative review. Int J Nurs Stud 2012; 50:345-56. [PMID: 22795800 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijnurstu.2012.06.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 215] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/23/2011] [Revised: 06/07/2012] [Accepted: 06/20/2012] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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OBJECTIVES The aim of this review was to identify best practices of formal new graduate nurse transition programs. This information would be useful for organizations in their support and development of formal transition programs for newly hired nurses. DESIGN An integrative review of the nursing research literature (2000-2011). DATA SOURCES The literature search included PubMed (MEDLINE), the Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature (CINAHL), and the Excerpta Medica Database (Embase). Studies that dealt with programs geared toward pre-registration nursing students were removed. At least two researchers evaluated the literature to determine if the article met the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The final number of articles included in this review is 47. REVIEW METHODS Cooper's (1989) five-stage approach to integrative review guided the process: problem formulation, data collection, evaluation of data points, data analysis and interpretation, presentation of results. RESULTS Transition program literature was examined according to four major themes: Education (pre-registration and practice), Support/Satisfaction, Competency and Critical Thinking, and Workplace Environment. This included new graduates' retrospective accounts of their undergraduate education and examination of orientation and formal supports provided beyond the traditional unit orientation period. Transition programs included residencies, internships, mentorships, extended preceptorships, and generic programs. Common elements of programs were a specified resource person(s) for new graduates, mentor (mentorship), formal education, and peer support opportunities. The length, type of education, and supports provided varied considerably among programs, yet the presence of a transition program resulted in improved new graduate nurse retention and cost benefits. CONCLUSIONS The variability in research designs limits the conclusions that can be drawn about best practices in transition programs for new graduate nurses. The presence of a formal new graduate transition program resulted in good retention and improved competency. The stronger evidence suggests that new graduate education should focus on practical skill development, preceptors should receive a level of formal training, formal support should be available at least through the difficult six to nine month post-hire period, opportunities for connection with their peers should be provided, and organizations should strive to ensure clinical units with healthy work environments.
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