Abstract
Background
The relationship between nurses and interns affects the quality of patient care; efforts
to improve this relationship are necessary for optimal care. Previously, relationship
formation was found to depend on mutual trust, respect, effective communication, and
undergoing the process of role formation, all of which require time. This led to the
hypothesis that instituting a Nurse/Intern Partnership Program (NIPP) would accelerate
relationship formation.
Methods
Using a semi-structured interview guide, prior to NIPP implementation, one nurse (n=5)
and two second year resident (total n=6) focus groups were held. After implementation,
one nurse (n=6) and one intern (n=9) focus group were held. The focus group data were
analyzed using the five stages of qualitative research framework.
Results
Thematic data analysis with three independent coders supported the previously developed
model of relationship formation; the NIPP accelerated relationship formation between
nurses and interns through creating an early ally, improving communication, and increasing
role understanding. The program may have improved the culture of the pediatric unit.
The interns reported more of a positive impact of the NIPP on nurse/intern relationship
than the nurses.
Conclusions
The NIPP was positively received by pediatric residents and nurses and successfully
accelerated relationship formation between the two groups.
Keywords
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Article Info
Publication History
Accepted:
May 1,
2022
Received:
March 3,
2022
Publication stage
In Press Journal Pre-ProofFootnotes
Acknowledgments: The authors wish to thank the MGHfC pediatric residents and Ellison 17 and 18 nurses for their participation in this study and Dr. Shannon E. Scott-Vernaglia for her co-leadership of the NIPP.
Conflicts of Interest: none
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