Comparative analysis of newly graduated nurse support through periods of turmoil: lessons learnt for building a future workforce for uncertain times.

ABSTRACT:

Aim

To compare newly graduated nurse retention and employment experiences across two distinct graduate nurse programs through periods of health care delivery stability and instability.

Background

A global nursing workforce shortage, coupled with increasing demands on health services, requires a specific focus on building capability and improved retention of nurses. The graduate nurse cohort is a critical supply source that potentially can be harnessed if their needs are better understood.

Design

A longitudinal (2015-2023) cross-sectional design was used to examine retention and experiences of newly graduated nurses from two ('traditional, unit-based' versus 'mobile') supported programs.

Methods

Retention rates were obtained through analysis of employment databa

SUBMITTER: Riches C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11523871 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature