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Enhancing support for the graduate nurse
M McHugh1, L J Duprat, J C Clifford
1Health Care Associates, Boston, MA, USA.
The American Journal of Nursing
|June 1, 1996
Summary
This study shows how a new Clinical Entry Nurse Residency Program helps new nurses develop expertise. The program supports nurses in their journey along Benner
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Professional Development
Background:
- Transitioning from novice to expert is crucial for nurses.
- Entry-level nurses require structured support to develop clinical skills and judgment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of a new Clinical Entry Nurse Residency Program.
- To assess the program's impact on novice nurses' progression toward expertise using Benner's model.
Main Methods:
- Implementation of a structured residency program for newly graduated nurses.
- Utilizing Benner's framework to track and evaluate nurse development.
Main Results:
- The Clinical Entry Nurse Residency Program facilitated the advancement of beginning nurses.
- Nurses in the program demonstrated progression along Benner's stages of expertise.
Conclusions:
- The residency program is an effective strategy for accelerating novice nurse development.
- Structured programs are vital for supporting nurses' transition to expert practice.