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The trainee assistant in nursing: a pilot exercise in building and retaining a workforce
Diane Deshong1, Amanda Henderson
1Nursing Practice Development Unit, Princess Alexandra Hospital, Woolloongabba, Brisbane, QLD 4102, Australia. diane_deshong@health.qld.gov.au
Summary
A new program trained assistants-in-nursing (AINs) to support the nursing workforce. This initiative successfully retained staff and encouraged further nursing education, benefiting healthcare quality.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Workforce Development
- Nursing Education and Practice
- Healthcare Management
Background:
- Increasing pressures on the skilled nursing workforce necessitate innovative strategies.
- Global nursing shortages impact healthcare quality and delivery.
- The need to maximize the value of the existing nursing workforce is critical.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report on a subsidised program for assistants-in-nursing (AINs) to address nursing shortages.
- To evaluate the impact of AIN training and support on workforce retention and quality of care.
- To assess the program's benefits for a specific hospital and the broader nursing profession.
Main Methods:
- Introduction of a Commonwealth and State subsidised training program for AINs.
- Education sessions for registered nurses on AIN roles, delegation, and supervision.
- Sustained support provided to AIN participants during their employment.
Main Results:
- The program delivered local benefits to Princess Alexandra Hospital (PAH).
- Broader benefits were observed for the nursing profession.
- Most participants continued employment at PAH or pursued further nursing studies.
Conclusions:
- The AIN program effectively supports the nursing workforce and addresses shortages.
- Investing in AIN training and support enhances staff retention.
- Such programs contribute positively to both individual healthcare facilities and the nursing profession overall.
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