In this blog post, we are thrilled to announce that we are dedicating May to celebrating ?our amazing nurses. You will hear inspiring stories about nurse residents and learning champions making a real difference in healthcare. We will also feature many IONRP site coordinators who go the extra mile to ensure new graduates have a great start in their nursing careers. Join us in showing appreciation for these incredible nurses by liking, commenting, and sharing our #ANANursesWeek posts. Let's celebrate these #NursesMakingTheDifference and show them some love!

This month's blog post focuses on the importance of clinician wellbeing in supporting the transition of new graduate nurses. Psychological capital, an individual's positive psychology state, is crucial for maintaining wellbeing in demanding environments. The new Clinician Wellbeing course from the Iowa Online Nurse Residency Program and The Resiliency Solution aims to enhance the wellbeing and resilience of healthcare professionals.

This blog post emphasizes the critical role of preceptors and mentors in shaping nursing careers. Memories of interactions with preceptors leave lasting impressions on nurses. The ability to admit and learn from mistakes is pivotal, influenced by preceptor responses. The absence of formal preceptor training often places nurses in mentoring situations without adequate preparation. Let’s recognize and invest in those who shape the next generation of nurses.