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Implementing a Professional Development Programme (ProDeveloP) for Newly Graduated Nurses: A Study Protocol.

Jessica Höglander¹, Magdalena Lindblom¹, Marie-Louise Södersved Källestedt^1,2

¹School of Health, Care and Social Welfare, Mälardalen University, 721 23 Västerås, Sweden.

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Summary

This study introduces ProDeveloP, a professional development program for newly graduated nurses (NGNs) to improve their transition into practice. The program aims to boost job satisfaction and retention through enhanced competence and support.

Keywords:

competence introduction programme newly graduated nurses professional development recovery role clarity social acceptance study protocol task mastery transition to practice

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Area of Science:

Nursing Education
Healthcare Professional Development
Organizational Psychology

Background:

Newly graduated nurses (NGNs) often face challenges with professional competence and role adjustment.
Healthcare organizations require effective strategies to support NGNs during their transition.
Existing introduction programs' implementation effectiveness in local settings needs further clarification.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop, implement, and evaluate the ProDeveloP program for NGNs.
To enhance NGNs' role clarity, task mastery, social acceptance, stress reduction, and recovery.
To improve NGNs' job satisfaction and retention rates.

Main Methods:

Implementation of the ProDeveloP program at a regional hospital in mid-Sweden.
Inclusion of 110 NGNs, 20 dialogue facilitators, and 10 managers in the study sample.
Data collection via questionnaires, individual interviews, and focus groups, analyzed using mixed methods.

Main Results:

Anticipated improvements in NGNs' work-related health and job satisfaction.
Expected positive impact on NGNs' professional competence and retention.
Contribution to understanding the long-term effects of structured reflection and mentorship programs.

Conclusions:

The ProDeveloP program has the potential to significantly enhance NGNs' transition and career longevity.
Structured reflection, mentorship, and organizational support are key components for successful NGN integration.
This research will inform evidence-based improvements in nursing practice, leadership, and healthcare onboarding strategies.