The nurse professional: leveraging your education for transition into practice

Introduction and overview : world of professional nursing

Academic foundations for future role

Self-care, advocacy, and resiliency

Portfolio development

QSEN competencies

Legal, moral, and ethical issues

The path to NCLEX success

Strategies for securing first position

Role of the graduate nurse

Strategies for successful transition

Clinical practice

Delegation

Leadership development

Issues and solutions in new role

Violence in the workplace/bullying

Journaling

Networking and professional development

Understanding various health care agencies/accrediting bodies

Future roles/advanced education/advanced practice/certifications and continuing education

Developing short-term and long-term goals and objectives.