IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE
A centrally planned and co-ordinated approach is
important when supporting newly qualified nurses.
Newly qualified nurses appreciate the support
and learning opportunities provided by the Nurse
Foundation Programme (NFP).
Making the NFP obligatory provides an equal
opportunity for training and support for all nurses,
regardless of the clinical setting.
A standardised programme means ward managers
and others have an up-to-date understanding of the
skill set of newly qualified nurses.
Ward managers felt that the NFP made it easier
to release time for newly qualified nurses to
participate in training.