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Impact of preceptor and orientee learning styles on satisfaction: a pilot study
Barbara A Brunt1, Denise J Kopp
1Nursing Education and Staff Development, Summa Health System Hospitals, Akron, Ohio 44304, USA. bruntb@summa-health.org
Summary
Understanding learning styles can improve nurse orientation satisfaction. This study explored how different learning styles impact satisfaction among new registered nurses and licensed practical nurses during hospital orientation, potentially boosting retention.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Healthcare Professional Development
Background:
- Effective orientation is crucial for new nurses' integration and retention.
- Preceptor-guided orientation experiences significantly influence new hires' satisfaction.
- Identifying factors influencing orientation satisfaction can optimize training programs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the impact of learning styles on the satisfaction of newly hired nurses with their orientation process.
- To explore potential differences in orientation satisfaction based on learning styles among registered nurses and licensed practical nurses.
Main Methods:
- A descriptive pilot study design was employed.
- Learning style instruments were administered to preceptors and newly hired nurses (registered nurses and licensed practical nurses).
- Satisfaction with orientation was measured as the posttest outcome, with matched t tests used for group comparisons.
Main Results:
- The study assessed the relationship between learning style and orientation satisfaction in new hospital nurses.
- Data were collected from registered nurses and licensed practical nurses using validated learning style instruments.
- Satisfaction levels were analyzed to identify potential correlations with different learning preferences.
Conclusions:
- Understanding the influence of learning styles on new nurse orientation satisfaction is key.
- Tailoring orientation strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles may enhance the preceptor experience.
- Improving orientation satisfaction through learning style considerations may contribute to increased nurse retention in healthcare settings.
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