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Impact Of Covid-19 Related Deaths On New Nurses In Rhode Island, Jessica Petonak Dec 2021

Impact Of Covid-19 Related Deaths On New Nurses In Rhode Island, Jessica Petonak

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The purpose of this project was to identify the impact that COVID-19 related deaths have had on nurses with limited bedside experience in the state of Rhode Island. Exploring the level of preparedness that nurses felt to deal with death can provide insight into nursing and employer education. Hearing about nurses’ experiences during the pandemic helps illustrate the current state of nurses’ mental health. Gaining a better understanding of the amount and types of support that nurses on the frontlines are receiving can identify current gaps and potential areas of improvement. I found that the COVID-19 pandemic and related deaths …