Bridging the Gap: A Descriptive Study of Knowledge and Skill Needs in the First Year of Oncology Nurse Practitioner Practice

Rosenzweig, Margaret; Giblin, Joan; Mickle, M.; Morse, Allison; Sheehy, P. S.; Sommer, V.

doi:10.1188/12.onf.195-201

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“…Research analyzing the NP role transition mainly focuses on specific specialties or hospital settings (Bahouth & Esposito-Herr, 2009;Chang et al, 2006;Cleary, Matheson, & Happell, 2009;Cusson & Strange, 2008;Cusson & Viggiano, 2002;Rosenzweig et al, 2012;Shea & Selfridge-Thomas, 1997;Yeager, 2010). A literature review conducted regarding successful entry into NP practice concluded that there is a need for further research in this area (Rich, Jorden, & Taylor, 2001).…”

Section: Np Primary Care Role Transitionmentioning

confidence: 98%

Novice Nurse Practitioner Workforce Transition Into Primary Care

Faraz

2016

West J Nurs Res

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The purpose of this integrative review was to analyze the current state of the science related to the novice nurse practitioner (NP) transition into primary care. A systematic review of the literature was conducted using the databases Pubmed, MEDLINE, Ovid, and Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature (CINAHL) with the terms nurse practitioner, role, and transition to search articles published after 1997. Three major themes emerged from the literature related to the novice NP transition into primary care. These themes were categorized as "experiencing role ambiguity," "quality of professional and interpersonal relationships," and "facing intrinsic and extrinsic obstacles." Strategies to reduce role ambiguity, improve the quality of professional relationships, and mitigate extrinsic obstacles faced by novice NPs may improve their transition into the primary care workforce. Educational institutions, employers, and novice NPs all have a stake in the successful transition from student to primary care practitioner and should be engaged in developing effective NP transition-to-practice programs.

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Section: Np Primary Care Role Transitionmentioning

confidence: 98%

Novice Nurse Practitioner Workforce Transition Into Primary Care

Faraz

2016

West J Nurs Res

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“…The majority of NPs who reflected on their educational experiences felt only somewhat or minimally prepared in clinical skills after completing their basic NP education (Cusson & Strange, 2008;Hart & MacNee, 2007;Kelly & Mathews, 2001;Rosenzweig et al, 2012;Sargent & Olmedo, 2013;Steiner, McLaughlin, Hyde, Brown, & Burman, 2008). While there is scarce literature on the impact of educational background on transitioning to the first PC NP role, researchers have found no significant difference in academic performance between traditional and nontraditional (non-nurse college graduate [NNCG]) master's students in their educational NP programs (Munro & Krauss, 1985;Sime, Corcoran, & Libera, 1983;Smith & Shoffner, 1991).…”

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Novice nurse practitioner workforce transition and turnover intention in primary care

Faraz

2017

Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

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Purpose Little is known about the workforce transition and turnover intention of novice nurse practitioners (NPs) in primary care (PC). This research aimed to describe the individual characteristics, role acquisition and job satisfaction of novice NPs, and identify factors associated with their successful transition and turnover intention in the first year of PC practice. Data sources A descriptive, cross‐sectional study was conducted via online survey administered to a national sample of 177 NPs who graduated from an accredited NP program and were practicing in a PC setting for 3–12 months. Conclusions This study demonstrated that greater professional autonomy in the workplace is a critical factor in turnover intention in novice NPs in the PC setting. Implications for practice Further research is needed regarding the novice NP workforce transition to provide adequate professional autonomy and support during this critical period.

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“…This role transition is a challenging process, which Brown and Olshansky (1997) described as a series of developmental phases occurring within the first year of practice: as the novice NP transitions from feeling like an ''impostor'' (p. 50) to feeling legitimate in the advanced practice role. Several studies have concluded that NPs feel unprepared for practice during the first year (Hart & Macnee, 2007;Rosenzweig et al, 2012;Sullivan-Bentz et al, 2010). Mentoring has been shown to enrich career development in both veteran and novice nurses (Mariani, 2012).…”

Section: Challenges Of Np Professional Developmentmentioning

confidence: 96%

“…Several studies have compared the health outcomes of patients receiving care from NPs versus physicians, and most have concluded that NPs provide comparable care and often surpass physicians in quality of care (Miller, Snyder, & Lindeke, 2005). However, despite rigorous NP educational programs, surveys have indicated that many new graduates feel unprepared for practice (Hart & Macnee, 2007;Rosenzweig, Giblin, Morse, Sheehy, & Sommer, 2012;Sullivan-Bentz et al, 2010), and the literature lacks data addressing the professional development and mentorship needs of novice and veteran NPs (Barker, 2006;Doerksen, 2010;Harrington, 2011). The purpose of this quantitative descriptive study was to assess the professional development and mentorship needs of new and experienced NPs as a first step toward development of effective NP professional development programs.…”

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Professional Development and Mentorship Needs of Nurse Practitioners

Jarrell

2016

Journal for Nurses in Professional Development

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The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 and the aging U.S. population have created a substantial shortage of primary care providers. Nurse practitioners (NPs) provide a cost-effective solution to meet this growing demand; however, the professional development and mentoring needs of NPs have not been clearly defined. This quantitative descriptive study assessed the professional development and mentorship needs of NPs as a first step toward development of effective programs to meet those needs.

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Bridging the Gap: A Descriptive Study of Knowledge and Skill Needs in the First Year of Oncology Nurse Practitioner Practice

Cited by 25 publications

References 17 publications

Novice Nurse Practitioner Workforce Transition Into Primary Care

Novice Nurse Practitioner Workforce Transition Into Primary Care

Novice nurse practitioner workforce transition and turnover intention in primary care

Professional Development and Mentorship Needs of Nurse Practitioners

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