A Thematic Analysis of New Graduate Nurse Related Posts on TikTok
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2024-04-24
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New graduate nurses (NGNs) are entering the nursing workforce with enthusiasm, vigour, and current evidenced based knowledge (Murray et al., 2019). Negative experiences within the first two years of practice can lead to NGN attrition (Chernomas et al., 2010; García‐Martín et al., 2021; Kim & Shin, 2020; Parker et al., 2014). Due to the popularity of social media, many NGNs are sharing their experiences in practice on the social networking platform, TikTok. Using Braun and Clarkes’ (2006, 2021a) reflexive thematic analysis, my study answered the research question, “How is the NGN experience of transition to practice portrayed on TikTok?” I generated three themes that depicted the transition to practice experience on TikTok: The NGN as an Individual, The NGN as a Clinical Nurse, and The NGN as a Professional. The results of my study demonstrated a gradual progression in the NGNs comfort within their new nursing scope. As NGNs entered practice, they were eager to begin their career, but many did not demonstrate an understanding regarding the complexities of the nursing profession. As a result, majority of the NGNs felt unprepared for practice. NGNs with RN preceptors had more positive experiences within their transition to practice as compared to those that did not. These findings have implications for future practice. NGNs should be prepared at the university level for the initial challenges of transition. Additionally, nurse managers should cultivate a supportive environment and use pairing processes for RN preceptors and NGNs to aid in their transition to clinical practice.
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new graduate nurse, transition to practice, social media, TikTok
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Mei, C. (2024). A thematic analysis of new graduate nurse related posts on TikTok (Master's thesis, University of Calgary, Calgary, Canada). Retrieved from https://prism.ucalgary.ca.