종합병원 신규간호사의 예비교육 관련 특성 및 간호실무준비도가 전환충격에 미치는 영향

Effects of Preparatory-Training-Related Characteristics and Nursing Practice Readiness on Transition Shock among New Graduate Nurses in General Hospitals

Purpose: The aim in this study was to investigate the effects of preparatory-training-related characteristics and nursing practice readiness on the transition shock experienced by new nurses in general hospitals. Methods: The study design involved the administration of a descriptive survey. The participants consisted of 143 new graduate nurses with less than one year of work experience in general hospitals. Data were collected from February 13 to 17, 2023. To analyze the data, multiple hierarchical regressions were conducted using SPSS/WIN 28.0. Results: The results showed that 6 days of night shifts per month, functional nursing delivery systems, and lower nursing practice preparation level affect transition shock, which together explained 40.8% of the total variance in the outcome. Conclusion: Preparatory-training-related characteristics and nursing practice readiness among new nurses in general hospitals impact transition shock. To minimize transition shock, working conditions must be improved by implementing an appropriate number of night shifts and facilitating rapid task identification, thereby increasing job performance. Additionally, preparatory education tailored to the needs of new nurses should be organized and aligned with nursing delivery systems to enhance nursing practice readiness and increase job satisfaction of new nurses.