Abstract

This qualitative study examines the lived experiences of graduating associate degree nurses transitioning into practice.

Description

Linda Gwinn was the recipient of a Sigma/Western Institute of Nursing Grant.

Notes

Results were distributed in abstract form at 3 conferences in spring of 2013: 46th Annual Communicating Nursing Research Conference in Anaheim, CA - hosted by the Western Institute of Nursing; Washington State Nurses Convention in Tulalip, WA - hosted by the Washington State Nurses Association; St John Annual Research Conference in Longview, WA - hosted by the Peace Health Medical Center Education Department

Author Details

Linda Gwinn, MN, RN, PHCNS-BC, CCRN; Angie Marks, MN, RN; Renee Hoeksel, PhD, RN

Sigma Membership

Non-member

Type

Report

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

Phenomenology

Research Approach

Qualitative Research

Keywords:

Nursing Transition, Hope, Newly Graduated Nurses, Professional Practice

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Review Type

Peer-review: Single Blind

Acquisition

Self-submission

Date of Issue

2014-03-05

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