A new graduate requires a lengthy time commitment to orientation from the nurse manager. The socialization of the new nurse may take as long as 2 years. Which of the following would be expected as a time frame for developing confidence?
a. 6 to 12 months
b. 4 to 6 months
c. 12 to 18 months
d. 18 to 24 months
A
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A The process of clinical decision making is lengthy and confidence in clinical judgment should not be expected before 6 to 12 months.
B This is the time frame for learning practice norms.
C This is the time frame for consolidation of relationships.
D This is the time frame for seeking challenges.
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