Lead Perioperative Educator Cleveland Clinic Euclid, Ohio, United States
Disclosure(s):
Shanon Schady, MSN, RN, CNOR: No financial relationships to disclose
Description: The transition from nursing school to clinical practice presents significant challenges for new graduates, often resulting in high turnover rates, decreased job satisfaction, and compromised patient safety. To address these issues and promote workforce stability, this initiative proposes the development and implementation of a standardized, multistate nurse residency program across affiliated hospitals within a healthcare system. The program aims to deliver a cohesive, evidence-based framework for onboarding and supporting new graduate nurses during their first year of practice, regardless of geographic location. By leveraging centralized learning management systems, virtual simulation tools, and shared educator resources, the residency program ensures consistent clinical education, skill development, and professional growth across state lines. Core elements include a curriculum aligned with the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) and The Association of PeriOperative Registered Nurses (AORN) recommendations, structured mentorship, and competency-based evaluations.
This multistate approach not only streamlines training and enhances clinical readiness but also contributes to improved nurse retention, lower onboarding costs, and stronger patient outcomes. Strategic partnerships with academic institutions and professional organizations will further ensure regulatory compliance and alignment with national benchmarks. Ultimately, this initiative seeks to position the health system as a leader in nursing development and patient-centered care, creating a scalable model for modern, collaborative nursing workforce strategies.
