PICOT Question: In student nurse techs (P), does the implementation of a mentor program where they are paired with experienced RNs in their desired specialty (I), compared to no formal mentorship program (C), lead to increased engagement and retention (O) over six months (T)?

 Answer 2 for NUR 590 Based on the PICOT you developed for NUR-550, summarize the intervention you are proposing

In my current role, I focus on recruiting, retaining, mentoring, and converting nursing students into nurse residents. For the purposes of this discussion, I have developed a new PICOT statement and intervention relevant to my current population and setting.

New PICOT Statement:

• P (Population): Student nurse techs in a hospital setting.
• I (Intervention): Implementation of a mentor program where student nurse techs are paired with experienced RNs in their desired specialty.
• C (Comparison): No formal mentorship program.
• O (Outcome): Increased engagement and retention of student nurse techs.
• T (Timeframe): Six months.

PICOT Question: In student nurse techs (P), does the implementation of a mentor program where they are paired with experienced RNs in their desired specialty (I), compared to no formal mentorship program (C), lead to increased engagement and retention (O) over six months (T)?

Proposed Intervention: I am proposing the implementation of a mentor program designed to increase engagement among student nurse techs. Each student nurse tech will be paired with an experienced RN who works in the specialty they aspire to enter. The mentor will provide guidance, support, and professional development opportunities. This pairing will foster a supportive learning environment, help students gain practical insights, and build confidence as they transition from student nurses to nurse residents.

Supporting the Population of Focus: This intervention supports student nurse techs by providing them with a structured mentorship program that aligns with their career aspirations. It aims to enhance their engagement and commitment to the nursing profession. In my setting, which includes various hiring events, colleges, and hospital divisions, this program will help identify and nurture talent early, ensuring that students are well-prepared and motivated to enter the workforce as competent nurse residents (Cheyroux et al., 2023).

Role and Justification: As a regional nursing development specialist, my role involves recruiting, retaining, mentoring, and converting nursing students into nurse residents. The problem of student nurse engagement and retention is amenable to a research-based intervention because mentoring has been shown to positively impact professional development and job satisfaction (Bramble et al., 2018). By implementing a mentor program, we can address these issues in a systematic and evidence-based manner.

Conclusion: The proposed mentor program aims to increase engagement and retention among student nurse techs by providing them with dedicated support and mentorship from experienced RNs. This intervention aligns with my role and supports the organizational goal of developing a competent and committed nursing workforce.

Old PICOT Statement (for reference): In neonates requiring invasive ventilation (P), does having a combination of two RTs or RNs at the bedside for all hands-on care (I), when compared to just one licensed caregiver (C), lead to a decrease in unplanned extubations (O) over the next three months (T)?

References

Bramble, M., Maxwell, H., Einboden, R., Farington, S., Say, R., Beh, C. L., Stankiewicz, G., Munro, G., Marembo, E., & Rickard, G. (2018). Exploring and Improving Student Engagement in an Accelerated Undergraduate Nursing Program through a Mentoring Partnership: An Action Research Study. International Journal of Nursing Education Scholarship, 15(1). https://doi-org.lopes.idm.oclc.org/10.1515/ijnes-2017-0090