Engaging Nurse Residents Through Poetry

Area of Science:

• Nursing Education
• Oncology Nursing
• Professional Development

Background:

• Oncology nurse residents undergo a significant transition year.
• Legacy letters are a traditional method for reflection and knowledge transfer.
• There is a need for innovative approaches to support nurse residents.

Purpose of the Study:

• To explore poetry as an alternative medium for oncology nurse residents' reflections.
• To evaluate the potential of poetry in conveying lessons learned and advice.
• To enhance the reflective practice and professional development of oncology nurses.

Main Methods:

• Qualitative exploration of poetry as a reflective tool.
• Analysis of legacy letters and poetry written by oncology nurse residents.
• The study focuses on the 11th month of the residency program.

Main Results:

• Poetry offers a unique and potentially powerful alternative to traditional legacy letters.
• Poetic expression may facilitate deeper emotional processing and insight.
• Findings suggest poetry can effectively capture the nuances of the transition year.

Conclusions:

• Poetry can serve as a valuable tool for oncology nurse residents' reflective practice.
• Integrating creative writing methods like poetry can enrich nursing education.
• Further research is warranted to explore the impact and application of poetry in nursing.