The 90-day orientation

Developing a Computer-Based Orientation for Advanced Practice Providers Across a Large Healthcare System

“…A formal orientation structure for APPs is overlooked or inconsistent in many organizations. 3,[11][12][13][14][15][16] Suggested APP orientation content from the literature includes APP role expectation 2 and scope of practice, 3,13,16,17 credentialing and privileging, 3,16 and patient safety and clinical competence. 3,11,13,17 The literature acknowledged that orientation structure includes hospital culture and system policies, 3,11,[14][15][16][17] communication plans, 11,12 streamlined processes for clinical practice, 3,13,14,16,17 and long-term mentoring.…”

“…3,[11][12][13][14][15][16] Suggested APP orientation content from the literature includes APP role expectation 2 and scope of practice, 3,13,16,17 credentialing and privileging, 3,16 and patient safety and clinical competence. 3,11,13,17 The literature acknowledged that orientation structure includes hospital culture and system policies, 3,11,[14][15][16][17] communication plans, 11,12 streamlined processes for clinical practice, 3,13,14,16,17 and long-term mentoring. [11][12][13]16,17 From these studies, the delivery method for orientation is composed of checklist, 3,11,12,15,17 handbook, 12 survey, 11,14 proc toring, 13 and online.…”

“…3,11,13,17 The literature acknowledged that orientation structure includes hospital culture and system policies, 3,11,[14][15][16][17] communication plans, 11,12 streamlined processes for clinical practice, 3,13,14,16,17 and long-term mentoring. [11][12][13]16,17 From these studies, the delivery method for orientation is composed of checklist, 3,11,12,15,17 handbook, 12 survey, 11,14 proc toring, 13 and online. 3,16 As APPs seek employment in the hospital setting, a comprehensive orientation program is necessary to ensure that the APP has a positive experience.…”