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A systematic review of the experiences and perceptions of the newly qualified nurse in the United Kingdom.

AIM: A systematic literature review of the experiences and perceptions of newly qualified nurses in the UK during the transition from student to staff nurse.

BACKGROUND: It has been widely recognised that newly qualified nurses experience a period of transition. Over the past decade there has been radical reorganisation of nurse education in the UK which has raised issues of preparation for practice.

DATA SOURCES: Searches were made of the Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature (CINAHL) and MEDLINE.

METHODS: A systematic review was carried out. Papers were critically reviewed, relevant data were extracted and synthesised.

RESULTS: Four themes were identified from the empirical evidence base: transition and change, personal and professional development, pre-registration education, preceptorship and support.

CONCLUSION: Transition remains a stressful experience for newly qualified nurses in the UK. Reasons include an increase in personal and professional development, changes in pre-registration education and lack of support once qualified.

RECOMMENDATIONS: Further research is needed to address the current situation in relation to the transition period including pre-registration education, preparation for practice and support in both primary and secondary care.

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