Managing the transition from student to graduate nurse

Esther Chang, John Daly

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Abstract

All graduates of nursing courses will experience a degree of culture shock on entry to the world of clinical practice. This experience is complex and multidimensional. Research has uncovered a number of issues and challenges that confront new graduates on entry to the workforce as registered nurses. In addition, a number of strategies have been found to be useful in easing the stress and strain associated with transition. Careful planning and use of resources in the practice environment can also facilitate positive adjustment to employment as a registered nurse. Nursing education and nursing service need to monitor the transition process continually to optimise the number of new registered nurses who manage this phenomenon successfully and go on to enjoy fulfilling, rewarding careers in their chosen profession.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationTransitions in Nursing: Preparing for Professional Practice
EditorsEsther Chang, John Daly
Place of PublicationChatswood, N.S.W.
PublisherElsevier
Pages3-17
Number of pages15
Edition4th
ISBN (Electronic)9780729583558
ISBN (Print)9780729542111
Publication statusPublished - 2016

Keywords

  • nursing students
  • nursing
  • stress (psychology)

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