Clinical nurse educators' experience of new graduate nurses' transition into practice following the COVID-19 pandemic. A qualitative study

Completing undergraduate education during the COVID-19 pandemic impacted pre registration nursing students' clinical and communication skill development. Opportunities to work in structured and supported clinical roles prior to registration Powered by Editorial Manager® and ProduXion Manager® from Aries Systems Corporation eased the transition into clinical practice. During their graduate year factors mitigating transition stress included: targeted educational support and integration into clinical teams.