Influence of new nurses′ transformation shock and self-efficacy level on their work adaptation

Abstract

Objective To investigate the impact of new nurses′ transformation shock, general self-efficacy and work adjustment, analyze the impact of new nurses′ transformation shock and general self efficacy on their work adjustment. Methods Using the method of convenient sampling, 258 new entry nurses in 5 grade a affiliated hospitals of a medical university were selected as the research subjects. The general data questionnaire, the new entry nurse transition shock scale, the general self-efficacy scale and the work adaptation scale were used to investigate. Results The total score of the new nurses′ transformation impact was (104.89 ± 15.73) points, the items were evenly divided into (3.88 ± 0.71) points, the total score of self efficacy was (25.72 ± 3.54) points, the items were equally divided into 2.57 and 0.35 points, and the total score of work adjustment was (61.92 ± 8.72), and the items were equally (3.87 ± 0.51). The score of transformation attack of new nurses was negatively correlated with work adjustment score (r=-0.297, P<0.01), and self efficacy score was positively correlated with work adjustment score (r=0.201, P<0.01). The 2 dimensions of new nurses′ education, the impact of transformation, social culture and development, knowledge and skills, and self-efficacy are the main influencing factors of work adjustment (t=-3.212-7.602, P<0.01). Conclusions Reducing the transformation shock of new nurses and improving the level of self-efficacy can improve the job adaptation of new entry nurses and ensure the quality of clinical nursing service. Key words: New nurses; Transformation shock; Self-efficacy; Work adaptation; Nursing management