Creative Solutions to Assure New Graduate Preparation and On-Boarding

Retaining new graduate nurses

“…Simulation and virtual platforms previously used to supplement learning became standard methods to meet clinical requirements. 15 An insufficient substitute for direct patient care, 5 virtual clinical experiences also limited evaluation of competency and application of theory to practice. Students reported difficulty adjusting to online learning and worried about developing skills needed to care for complex patients.…”

“…4,6 Despite pandemic-related educational gaps, organizations expected NGNs to perform at prepandemic entryto-practice standards. 15 Postpandemic transition challenges for NGNs. Historically nurse transition is described as stressful and shocking.…”

“…In March 2020, nursing schools rapidly transitioned to online instruction and reduced or canceled clinical experiences. Simulation and virtual platforms previously used to supplement learning became standard methods to meet clinical requirements 15. An insufficient substitute for direct patient care,5 virtual clinical experiences also limited evaluation of competency and application of theory to practice.…”

“…Students reported difficulty adjusting to online learning and worried about developing skills needed to care for complex patients 4,6. Despite pandemic-related educational gaps, organizations expected NGNs to perform at prepandemic entry-to-practice standards 15…”