Abstract
Nurse leaders and educators play a vital role in supporting new-to-practice nurses. While nurse residency programs have been established in many organizations, communication between nurse leaders and hospital-based educators regarding NRP implementation and outcomes can vary. A leadership survey within our statewide NRP demonstrated outcomes at or above the national mean; however, feedback from leaders revealed lack of awareness about key program elements and an opportunity for greater engagement with nurse residents. Strategies for fostering organizational commitment in new graduate registered nurses (NGRNs) are presented, and practices for improving communication between NRP stakeholders and documenting return on investment are discussed.