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Susan Hurst1, Stephanie Koplin-Baucum
1Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center, 1111 E. McDowell Road #11B, Phoenix, AZ 85006, USA. sue.hurst@bannerhealth.com
Summary
Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center implemented an 18-month registered nurse (RN) mentoring program to address the nursing shortage and improve staff retention.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Management
- Nursing Education
- Workforce Development
Background:
- National nursing shortage impacting healthcare facilities.
- Need for strategies to improve registered nurse (RN) retention.
- Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center's commitment to staff development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the development and implementation of an 18-month RN mentoring program.
- To address nursing retention challenges at a tertiary care teaching facility.
- To provide a model for other institutions facing similar workforce issues.
Main Methods:
- Program design and curriculum development over 18 months.
- Recruitment and training of mentors and mentees.
- Evaluation of program effectiveness through participant feedback and retention rates.
Main Results:
- Successful implementation of the RN mentoring program.
- Positive feedback from participating RNs regarding mentorship.
- Contribution to improved nursing retention at the institution.
Conclusions:
- Mentoring programs are effective in enhancing RN retention.
- The 18-month program provided a structured approach to support new nurses.
- This initiative offers a viable strategy for healthcare organizations combating nursing shortages.
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