The Influence of Preceptorship on Job Satisfaction and Retention Among Newly Graduated Nurses in the Inpatient Unit at Royal Prima Hospital Jambi

Abstract

Newly graduated nurses often face challenges transitioning from academic settings to clinical practice, which can negatively affect their job satisfaction and retention. Preceptorship, a model involving guidance by experienced nurses, has been proposed as a strategy to ease this transition and improve nurse outcomes. This study aimed to examine the influence of preceptorship on job satisfaction and retention among newly graduated nurses in the inpatient unit of Royal Prima Hospital, Jambi, Indonesia. Using a mixed-method explanatory sequential design, quantitative data were collected via structured questionnaires from 50 newly graduated nurses who underwent the preceptorship program. Qualitative data were gathered through in-depth interviews with selected participants. Results indicated a significant positive impact of preceptorship on both job satisfaction and intention to remain in the institution. Key factors contributing to these outcomes included emotional support, competency development, and role clarity provided by preceptors. The findings suggest that structured preceptorship programs can be effective organizational interventions to enhance new nurse adaptation, reduce turnover, and promote sustainable workforce stability. These insights are vital for healthcare managers and policymakers aiming to optimize nursing human resource strategies in Indonesia and similar contexts.

Keywords:    Preceptorship, Job Satisfaction, Nurse Retention, Newly Graduated Nurses, Nursing Workforce