How Do We Keep Our New Graduate Nurses in Australia?

This paper aims to discuss the transition of new graduate nurses into the workforce, the preparation provided to equip them through the novice–beginner stage, and the theory–practice conundrum. Background: In Australia, new graduate transition programs have been in existence since the 1990s. While t...

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Publicado en:Nursing Reports Vol. 15; no. 8; pp. 276 - 289
Autores principales: Ng, Linda, Eley, Rob, Dawson, Jennifer, Govindaswamy, Priya, Walker, Karen
Formato: Journal Article
Publicado: MDPI Aug2025
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          Ng, Linda
          Eley, Rob
          Dawson, Jennifer
          Govindaswamy, Priya
          Walker, Karen
        affil: School of Nursing & Midwifery, University of Southern Queensland, Ipswich, QLD 4305, Australia
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          New Graduate Nurses Australia
          Generation Y
          Transitional Programs
          Workforce
          Job Experience
          Career Planning and Development
          Australia
          Nursing Practice, Theory-Based
          Personnel Recruitment
          Personnel Retention
          Nursing Shortage
          Organizational Culture
          Aging
          Support, Psychosocial
          Education, Continuing
          Online Education
          Financial Stress
          Work-Life Balance
      ab: This paper aims to discuss the transition of new graduate nurses into the workforce, the preparation provided to equip them through the novice–beginner stage, and the theory–practice conundrum. Background: In Australia, new graduate transition programs have been in existence since the 1990s. While there is widespread acknowledgment that this period is pivotal for new graduate nurses entering the profession, there is a lack of consensus on the definition of best practice to achieve optimal preparation for new graduate nurses transitioning into the workforce. Methods: This discussion paper integrates the nursing literature on this topic with the extensive professional experiences of the authors, who are currently working as clinicians in metropolitan hospitals and hold academic positions at universities. Their insights are informed by the literature sourced from peer-reviewed English language journals, including reviews, empirical studies, and national and international reports. Discussion: Recruiting and retaining nurses presents a multifaceted challenge that requires the development of effective tools and strategies to build a sustainable workforce. Both the literature and the authors' experiences highlight several key factors influencing the preparedness of new graduates. These factors include workplace culture, the demands placed on new graduates, and the support, education, and training they receive. The perspectives shared in this article offer valuable discussion points that can deepen our understanding of the current issues and contribute to the development of more effective solutions.
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