EN2RN - transitioning to a new scope of practice

Canice Brown; Mark Baker; Melanie Jessup; Andrea P Marshall

doi:10.1080/10376178.2015.1111766

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EN2RN - transitioning to a new scope of practice

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EN2RN - transitioning to a new scope of practice

Canice Brown, Mark Baker, Melanie Jessup and Andrea P Marshall

Contemporary Nurse, Vol.50(2-3), pp.196-205

2015

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/10376178.2015.1111766

PMID: 26513692

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enrolled nurse

nursing roles

registered nurse

scope of practice

transition in practice

Background: In Australia, newly graduated registered nurses enter the workforce and a number of these have previous experience as enrolled nurses. For all newly graduated registered nurses, transitioning to the new role can be challenging. Aim: The aim of this study was to explore the experiences of enrolled nurses transitioning to the role of registered nurses to support the development of effective transition programs. Design: An exploratory qualitative design. Methods: In-depth interviews with a purposive sample from one health service in South East Queensland, Australia. Data were analysed thematically. Findings: The three main themes emerging from analysis: a new scope of practice, perceptions of capability, building on experience and knowledge. Conclusions: We recommend assessment of individual learning needs and support during the transition period which acknowledges previous experience and recognises learning required to effectively transition to the role of a registered nurse.

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Title: EN2RN - transitioning to a new scope of practice
Authors: Canice Brown (Corresponding Author) - Gold Coast Health
Mark Baker (Author) - Gold Coast Health
Melanie Jessup (Author) - Australian Catholic University
Andrea P Marshall (Author) - Gold Coast Health
Publication details: Contemporary Nurse, Vol.50(2-3), pp.196-205
Publisher: Routledge
DOI: 10.1080/10376178.2015.1111766
ISSN: 1839-3535
PMID: 26513692
Organisation Unit: School of Health - Nursing
Language: English
Record Identifier: 99725796602621
Output Type: Journal article

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