New Registered Nurse Experiences During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Comparing Nurse Apprenticeship to Traditional Graduates

Abstract

Nurse apprentice/externship programs enhance the nursing workforce by preparing new nurses for smooth transitions to practice. This study assessed new nurses’ experiences over time and compared those who participated as apprentices against those who did not. Research outcomes demonstrated the value of apprenticeships in preparing nurses for COVID-19 workplace environments.

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Authors

Scott S. Christensen
Sue Chase-Cantarini
Marla DeJong
Hui Li
Tracey L. Nixon
Xiaoming Sheng

Author Details

Scott S. Christensen, DNP, MBA, APRN, ACNP-BC; Sue Chase-Cantarini, DNP; Marla DeJong, PhD; Hui Li, Mstat; Tracey L. Nixon, MSN, RN; Xiaoming Sheng, PhD

Sigma Membership

Gamma Rho

Type

Presentation

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

Cohort

Research Approach

Quantitative Research

Keywords:

Transition to Practice, Novice Nurses, COVID-19 Pandemic, Nurse Apprenticeships, Externships

Recommended Citation

Christensen, Scott S.; Chase-Cantarini, Sue; DeJong, Marla; Li, Hui; Nixon, Tracey L.; and Sheng, Xiaoming, "New Registered Nurse Experiences During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Comparing Nurse Apprenticeship to Traditional Graduates" (2025). Creating Healthy Work Environments (CHWE). 150.
https://www.sigmarepository.org/chwe/2023/presentations_2023/150

Conference Name

Creating Healthy Work Environments

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Austin, Texas, USA and Virtual

Conference Year

2023

Rights Holder

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Review Type

Abstract Review Only: Reviewed by Event Host

Acquisition

Proxy-submission

Date of Issue

2025-10-23