August 26, 2025- Two years after implementation, CommonSpirit Health’s system-wide, standardized nurse residency program has resulted in an aggregate retention rate of 91% for new nurses who start the program.
A study published in The Online Journal of Issues in Nursing found that up to one-third of new nurses leave their employer within the first two years.
Stressful work environments, a lack of support and difficulty navigating the change from an academic to a clinical environment all play a role in new nurse turnover.
Launched in 2023, CommonSpirit’s yearlong program helps new nurses successfully navigate the change from a learning to a clinical environment by providing mentorship, career coaching, support and a hands-on standardized curriculum.