Expanding Specialty Area Recruitment to Address Nurse Vacancies.

Hiring nurses during and after the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic was challenging because of limited availability of travel nurses and a decreased volume of experienced RNs, particularly in specialty areas. A tailored on-boarding and orientation structure was designed to support the new graduate nurse resident's successful transition into specialty practice. For each specialty area, a standardized six-part process was developed for determination of specialty area standards of practice, collaboration with department leaders, use of a standardized precepting model, identification and implementation of an orientation pathway, and finally, evaluation of outcomes. [J Contin Educ Nurs. 2023;54(7):299-301.].

Webinar for New Graduate Nurse Recruitment: A Roadmap for Expansion, Diversity, and Innovation.

Recruitment of nurses is a key strategic initiative for nearly all health care organizations. The use of webinars for new graduate nurse recruitment is a proven innovation to increase volume and expand the diversity of nursing applicants. The webinar format will engage applicants and serve as a valuable marketing tool. [J Contin Educ Nurs. 2023;54(3):106-108.].