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The key to successful NP transition to practice
The Nurse Practitioner
|January 19, 2022
Summary
This study examined the onboarding experiences of new nurse practitioners (NPs) in a small healthcare setting. Findings inform the design of effective onboarding programs for new graduate NPs with limited institutional support.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Practice
- Healthcare Management
- Qualitative Research
Background:
- New nurse practitioners (NPs) face unique challenges during onboarding.
- Small healthcare settings often lack resources for structured onboarding programs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the onboarding experiences of new graduate NPs.
- To inform the design and implementation of an onboarding program in a resource-limited setting.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative study utilizing interviews with 27 new graduate NPs.
- Data informed the development of an onboarding program.
Main Results:
- Identified key themes in new NP onboarding experiences.
- Highlighted the need for tailored support in small healthcare organizations.
Conclusions:
- Effective onboarding programs are crucial for new NP integration and retention.
- The study provides a framework for developing onboarding in similar settings.
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