Nurses' perceptions of nurse residency: identifying barriers to implementation

Area of Science:

• Nursing Education
• Healthcare Management
• Clinical Practice

Background:

• Nurse residency programs are crucial for new graduate nurses.
• Effective transition programs improve retention and competence.
• Understanding stakeholder perceptions is key to successful implementation.

Purpose of the Study:

• Describe benefits and components of successful nurse residency programs.
• Gain insight into perceptions of staff nurses, nurse educators, and nurse leaders.
• Identify value, feasibility, and barriers to implementing these programs in acute care settings.

Main Methods:

• Qualitative descriptive study.
• In-depth interviews with key stakeholders.
• Thematic analysis of perceptions.

Main Results:

• Residency programs offer significant benefits for nurses and organizations.
• Key components include structured orientation, mentorship, and ongoing education.
• Barriers include resource allocation, time constraints, and leadership support.

Conclusions:

• Nurse residency programs are valuable and feasible in acute care.
• Addressing identified barriers is essential for successful implementation.
• Effective programs support nurse development and patient care quality.