Date of Award

Summer 8-12-2024

Document Type

Scholarly Project

Degree Name

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

First Advisor

Dr. Ginger Hawkins, DNP RN

Second Advisor

Dr. Kathleen Bonaventura, DNP, RN

Abstract

Practice Problem: This project aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a mentorship-based onboarding program versus a standard program without mentorship.

PICOT: The PICOT question that guided this project was (P), In newly hired APCs did the inclusion of mentorship in the onboarding process (I) lead to higher levels of general self-efficacy compared to standard orientation practices lacking mentorship (C), within an 8-week timeframe (T)?

Evidence: Nine articles were reviewed, revealing that standardized mentorship, structured orientation, and tailored support for professional development are critical strategies to boost confidence and retention among healthcare professionals.

Intervention: A standardized onboarding program that incorporated mentorship was implemented to boost the self-efficacy of APCs.

Outcome: The survey revealed that compared to those in the standard program, participants in the mentorship-based onboarding program showed significantly higher confidence levels. Despite a low response rate, the results suggested that the mentorship-based program enhanced confidence in various areas.

Conclusion: The project demonstrated that a standardized onboarding program with mentorship significantly improved the role performance and confidence of APCs, aligning with Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) principles.

Comments

Scholarly project submitted to the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Nursing Practice.

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