How Two ‘Sister Hospitals’ Achieved a Zero Vacancy Rate in the Emergency Departments – AJN Off the Charts
Our New Graduate Fellowship program was initiated to create our own nurse staffing pipeline. This structured training and mentorship program provides a comprehensive onboarding experience, equipping new graduates with the clinical skills, decision-making capabilities, and confidence required to thrive in the fast-paced ED setting. This initiative has played a critical role in bolstering our EDs’ workforces, ensuring a steady influx of skilled nurses who are both technically proficient and highly engaged and committed to the department’s mission.