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Systematic review building a preceptor support system.
1Carol R. Goss, DNP, RN-BC, is System Educator, Norton Healthcare Institute for Nursing, Norton Healthcare, Louisville, Kentucky.
Effective nurse preceptors, supported by continuing education and recognition, significantly boost new graduate nurse retention. A collaborative support system involving all nursing staff is crucial for success.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Healthcare Management
- Organizational Psychology
Background:
- New graduate nurse turnover is a persistent challenge in healthcare.
- Effective preceptorship is widely recognized as a critical factor in supporting novice nurses.
- Limited research synthesizes the specific impact of preceptor support on retention.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review and identify the significance of the preceptor role in new graduate nurse retention.
- To analyze factors contributing to successful preceptor support systems.
- To provide evidence-based recommendations for improving nurse retention through preceptorship.
Main Methods:
- Systematic review of 20 research studies.
- Qualitative and quantitative data synthesis on preceptor roles and nurse retention.
- Analysis of factors influencing preceptor effectiveness and new graduate nurse outcomes.
Main Results:
- Nurse preceptors receiving continuing education positively impacts new graduate nurse retention.
- Preceptors perceiving reward and recognition are more effective in retaining new graduates.
- A multi-level support system involving hospital administration, nurse managers, educators, preceptors, and new nurses is essential.
Conclusions:
- Investing in preceptor continuing education and recognition is vital for nurse retention strategies.
- A comprehensive, collaborative approach to preceptor support enhances the retention of new graduate nurses.
- Strengthening the preceptor role is a key strategy for addressing nursing workforce challenges.
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