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    The Extended Critical Care Orientation Program significantly improved nurse retention rates. This nursing education initiative demonstrated a successful impact on critical care units, boosting staff retention.

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    Area of Science:

    • Nursing Education
    • Critical Care Medicine
    • Healthcare Management

    Background:

    • The Prince of Wales Children's Hospital introduced an Extended Critical Care Orientation Program in 1990.
    • This program aimed to enhance the skills and retention of critical care nurses.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the impact of the Extended Critical Care Orientation Program on critical care units.
    • To assess the program's success and its effect on nurse retention rates.

    Main Methods:

    • The program incorporated pre-course worksheets, a five-day lecture series, and an Individual Clinical Learning Contract.
    • Ongoing evaluation utilized questionnaires to gauge program success and participant satisfaction.

    Main Results:

    • The program received positive feedback and sustained support from various hospital staff.
    • Nurse retention rates at twelve months post-program increased to 71%, a significant rise from 41.1% in the preceding year.

    Conclusions:

    • The Extended Critical Care Orientation Program was successful in improving nurse retention.
    • The program demonstrated a positive impact on critical care units and is supported by healthcare professionals.

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