Induction and Rapid Orientation of Agency Nursing Staff in the Hospital Setting: A Systematic Synthesis of Qualitative Studies.

ABSTRACT:

Aim

To aggregate the experiences of temporary nursing staff in the hospital setting related to their induction and rapid orientation to new wards, describe the methods used, and identify facilitating and hindering factors.

Design

Qualitative meta-synthesis.

Methods

A meta-aggregation of qualitative literature was conducted, including studies on temporary nursing staff in hospitals.

Data sources

A database search (MEDLINE, CINAHL) was conducted in July 2021, and updated in April 2024.

Results

Eight studies fulfilled the inclusion criteria and were selected. 10 syntheses from 29 categories based on 115 findings could be formed and divided into two overarching themes: 'orientation in a new or unfamiliar environment' and 'working as agency nursing staff'. Th

SUBMITTER: Telschow J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12271674 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature