New Way to Float

Activity Summary

Required reading for all learners: Implicit Bias impacts patient outcomes

Changing to a float pool dedicated preceptor model with a skill layered orientation created a healthier work environment within the float pool. Evidenced by increased work satisfaction and decreased stress and retention increased from 85%-100%. Strong collaboration between leadership and the Nurse Residency program has made this change a success. With the implementation of the skill layered orientation we have created a path for true collaboration for preceptor and orientee growth

Objectives

The audience will see history of increasing graduate nurse hires and retention rates within the float nurse residency program.
The essential elements that have fostered success for float pool preceptors, and non-dedicated orientation units will be demonstrated.
Audience will see how the preceptor/orientee relationships have improved through innovation to allow a seamless transition to practice.

Continuing Education Disclosure Statement

Criteria for Awarding Contact Hours

Learners must complete the entire activity and the associated evaluation AND read Implicit Bias impacts patient outcomes. No partial credit will be awarded.

Accreditation

American Association of Critical-Care Nurses is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider number CEP 1036, for {contactHours} contact hours.

Disclosures

The Nurse Planner has determined that no individuals with the ability to control content of this activity have relevant relationships with ineligible companies.

Activities with pharmacotherapeutic credit are to assist the APRN in fulfilling their education requirements for licensure and certification renewals.

Refund Policy

Continuing Education Activities are nonrefundable.