Abstract

This applied dissertation study was designed to learn if the increased use of instructional technology integration strategies in nursing orientation programs resulted in an increased retention of new nurses. The study attempted to uncover the current retention rate and use of technology at the participating hospitals. The data obtained from Magnet and non-Magnet hospitals was compared.

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This dissertation has also been disseminated through the ProQuest Dissertations and Theses database. Dissertation/thesis number: 3405876; ProQuest document ID: 250894035. The author still retains copyright.

Author Details

Sharon D. Hancharik, EdD, MS, MEd, RN-BC, NPD-BC, PMHN

Sigma Membership

Upsilon Epsilon

Type

Dissertation

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

Cross-Sectional

Research Approach

Mixed/Multi Method Research

Keywords:

Instructional Technology, Nurse Retention, Orientation Programs

Advisor

Penelop Brown

Second Advisor

Todd A. Curless

Third Advisor

Maryellen Maher

Degree

Doctoral-Other

Degree Grantor

Nova Southeastern University

Degree Year

2008

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Review Type

None: Degree-based Submission

Acquisition

Proxy-submission

Date of Issue

2021-11-05

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