Comparison of Role Transition Experiences of Newly Licensed Nurses and Impact of the Residency Program Before, During, and After COVID-19 Pandemic

Key Points

• The aim is to compare role transition experiences of newly licensed nurses and evaluate a residency program's impact before, during, and after the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Used the Casey-Fink Graduate Nurse Experience Survey to measure outcomes.
• Assessed participant satisfaction and program completion rates.
• Compared experiences across three time frames: before, during, and after the pandemic.
• The modified in-person residency program positively influenced role transition experiences.
• Participants reported higher satisfaction levels during the unprecedented challenges of the pandemic.