Keywords

NP role, professionalism, socialization, values

Authors

1. Hampton, Debra PhD, MSN, RN, FACHE, NEA-BC, CENP
2. Parrish, Evelyn PhD, APRN, PMHNP-BC, FAANP
3. Buckler, Lacey DNP, RN, ACNP-BC, NE-BC

Abstract

Abstract: This cross-sectional study focuses on assessing factors related to role socialization of new NPs. Participants identified caring as the most important professional value, followed by activism and professionalism. Role socialization factors including a sense of belonging and forming professional identities were higher for experienced NPs.