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Lack of preparation and training, added responsibilities, and poor compensation can cause burnout in nurse preceptors.
Be a coach for novice nurses
The transition from the educational setting to the practice setting can be intimidating. Make it easier by guiding novice nurses.
Be your own nurse: Advice from first year RNs
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Do you remember when?
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Myths about being a new nurse
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Tomorrow’s Hope
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Viewpoint: What today’s bumper crop of new nurses means for nursing education, healthcare employers, and consumers
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Welcome to nursing!
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