Support nurses in transition to practice
Help newly licensed nurses build clinical confidence, strengthen decision-making and transition more effectively into professional practice.
Support a stronger transition to practice
The Vizient/AACN Nurse Residency Program™ supports newly licensed nurses as they transition from academic preparation to professional practice. Developed in partnership with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing, the program combines an evidence-based curriculum with guided application to build clinical confidence and competence.
Through structured learning and peer connection, nurses strengthen decision-making, apply evidence in practice and navigate the challenges of early career development. This support helps improve retention, reduce variation and promote safer, more consistent patient care.
Proven Impact
Demonstrated outcomes at national scale
Retention rates, health system trust, and nurse scale define the Vizient/AACN Nurse Residency Program™ impact.
first-year retention rate for nurses in the Vizient/AACN Nurse Residency Program™ compared to 67.2% national average.
hospitals and health systems trust the Vizient/AACN Nurse Residency Program™ to support nurse transition to practice.
nurses supported through the program, with more than 33,000 participants annually
Evidence-based curriculum
Build clinical confidence and competence
The program uses a structured, evidence-based curriculum developed in partnership with AACN to support newly licensed nurses during their first year of practice.
Monthly learning sessions focus on applying clinical knowledge in real-world situations, helping nurses strengthen decision-making, critical thinking and professional confidence.
Structured Learning Experience
Support transition through guided practice
A one-year program structure combines facilitated sessions, peer discussion and reflective practice to help nurses navigate the challenges of early career development.
This consistent cadence supports skill development over time, reinforcing learning and improving readiness in day-to-day patient care.
Data and peer benchmarking
Measure progress and compare performance
Participating organizations can benchmark outcomes against a national network of peers, gaining visibility into retention, engagement and program effectiveness.
This data-driven approach helps organizations evaluate performance and continuously strengthen their transition-to-practice strategy.
What’s included
Support for a stronger transition to practice
Structured, year-long curriculum
A one-year, evidence-based program with monthly sessions that guide nurses through the transition from academic preparation to clinical practice.
Peer connection and shared learning
Participants engage with peers to reflect on experiences, discuss challenges and build a support network during a critical stage of their career.
Benchmarking and performance insight
Access national benchmarking data to evaluate retention, engagement and program effectiveness, helping inform ongoing workforce strategy.
Expert program support
Ongoing guidance from Vizient program advisors helps organizations implement and sustain an effective transition-to-practice program.
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