Do orientation programs help new graduates?

Different delivery approaches of orientation programs may determine satisfaction of the graduates, and a program which is "tailored" to the graduate, by an assigned one-to-one appointment of a preceptor, may lead to satisfaction, which may assure an ongoing supply of competent RNs who will remain in those settings.

Abstract

Different delivery approaches of orientation programs may determine satisfaction of the graduates. A transition program which overlooks individual needs or an informal individual approach may lead to dissatisfaction. A program which is "tailored" to the graduate, by an assigned one-to-one appointment of a preceptor, may lead to satisfaction, which in turn may assure an ongoing supply of competent RNs who will remain in those settings.