title: Facilitating role transition for new graduate RNs in a semi-rural healthcare setting.
abstract: This study describes and evaluates a structured program for orientation of new graduate registered nurses in a setting that has increased the number of new graduate RNs hired in recent years. It describes the elements of a supportive environment for new RNs and brings attention to the need to develop support and recognition of nurse preceptors, who are noted to be the cornerstone of support for new RNs as they make the transition from student to accomplished professional.
authors.affiliation: Oregon Health and Science University School of Nursing, Medford, OR 97504, USA. bfloyd@asante.org
authors.forename: Barbara
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: O'Malley Floyd
authors.forename: Sue
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Kretschmann
authors.forename: Heather
authors.initials: H
authors.lastname: Young
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel; D002983:Clinical Competence; D004509:Education, Nursing, Continuing / Q000458:organization & administration*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007318:Inservice Training / Q000458:organization & administration; D007400:Interprofessional Relations; D008297:Male; D008611:Mentors / Q000193:education / Q000523:psychology; D008875:Middle Aged; D017145:Models, Educational; D020380:Needs Assessment; D024802:Nurse's Role / Q000523:psychology*; D015402:Nursing Education Research; D015404:Nursing Methodology Research; D009741:Nursing Staff, Hospital / Q000193:education / Q000523:psychology; D009922:Oregon; D011231:Preceptorship / Q000458:organization & administration*; D016730:Program Development; D015397:Program Evaluation; D020377:Self Efficacy; D012944:Social Support; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires