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Nurses, Hospitals Win with Transition Programs
The 330 new nurse graduates who enrolled in the pilot programs participated in ongoing assessments of their critical thinking and competency skills; individualized learning plans with assigned faculty; precepted clinical hours; and classroom education. They focused on building generalist, acute care, and non-acute care skills. The programs were also flexible, with each participating site having a hand in its program's design.
So far, the programs have been a resounding success for the nurses involved. The evaluation of the pilot program found that as of May 2012, 79% of the nurses who participated in the four programs have secured jobs.
The four pilot RN Transition Programs were funded by the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation; Kaiser Permanente Fund for Health Education at the East Bay Community Foundation; and the Alameda County Workforce Investment Board. Now, CINHC is seeking funding to conduct evaluations of all of California's RN transition programs.
Like I said, implementing these programs seems like a no-brainer. Nurses get help finding jobs as well as additional education. And hospitals get skilled, dedicated RNs who will help advance patient care. It's a win-win.
Alexandra Wilson Pecci is a managing editor for HealthLeaders Media.
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Danuta Sakamoto (6/5/2012 at 4:03 PM)
What about programs for nurses wishing to return to practice after several years absence? I have a valid active California RN license and would like a hospital affiliated refresher course.. Any suggestions ?