Nurse EducationNCT07253779
The Effect of a Mentoring Program for New Graduate Nurses
A study testing Mentoring Programme in people with Nurse Education, run by Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
Trial summary
The study was conducted to evaluate the effects of mentoring programme on the reality shock, clinical adaptation, and professional competence of new graduate nurses. The research questions were: Are the reality shock scores of new graduate nurses participating in the mentoring program lower than those in the control… Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Any ageHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Nurse Education
- What is being tested?
- Mentoring Programme
- Type of treatment
- Lifestyle or therapy programme
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 56 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
- Study dates
- 1 Aug 2021to 1 Nov 2021
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages Any age
- All sexes
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Child, Adult, Older adult
Who may be able to join
- New graduate
- First time working as a nurse
Who cannot join
- Leaving the institution during the research process
- Not having completed the orientation process
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
Turkey (Türkiye)1 site
Dr. Lütfi Kırdar City Hospital
Istanbul, Istanbul, 34880
About this study
Official title: The Effect of Mentoring Programme on Reality Shock, Clinical Adaptation and Professional Competencies of New Graduated Nurses
The study was conducted to evaluate the effects of mentoring programme on the reality shock, clinical adaptation, and professional competence of new graduate nurses. The research questions were: Are the reality shock scores of new graduate nurses participating in the mentoring program lower than those in the control group? Is the clinical adaptation of new graduate nurses participating in the mentoring program higher than those in the control group? Are the professional competence scores of new graduate nurses participating in the mentoring program higher than those in the control group? The study was a mixed-use study with intervention and control groups, blinded design, randomized controlled experimental method, and focus group interview method. The number of nurses comprising the sample was determined using power analysis. The study population consisted of 65 newly graduated nurses who had started the institution, and the sample consisted of 56 nurses (28 in the intervention group and 28 in the control group) who were randomly assigned. In the first phase of the study, mentor nurses were trained according to the developed training program, and in the second phase, the mentor nursing practice was implemented. During this period, nurses in the control group received a one-month routine clinical orientation training, nurses in the intervention group received a one-month nursing mentorship program, and newly graduated nurses were monitored for three months. Quantitative data were collected before and after the nursing mentorship program, and in the third month of the study. Focus Group Interviews were conducted before and after the nursing mentorship program to collect qualitative data.
Read the detailed description
This study evaluated the effect of a mentoring program on reality shock, clinical adaptation, and professional competence of new graduate nurses. Participants were randomly assigned to either the intervention group, which received the mentoring program, or the control group, which did not receive any intervention. Randomization was performed using unique codes and random numbers generated via www.random.org
, ensuring allocation concealment. Outcome measures were collected at three time points: before the intervention, immediately after the intervention, and three months post-intervention.
A qualitative component was conducted using focus group interviews to explore participants' perceptions and experiences regarding the mentoring program. The qualitative data complemented the quantitative measures and provided in-depth insights into the participants' adaptation process. Participants were not informed of their group assignment, and information about the mentoring program was provided in a way that did not break the blinding.
- Conditions
- Nurse Education
- Being tested
- Mentoring Programme
- Keywords
- Mentoring Programme, Reality Shock, Clinical Adaptation, Professional Competence
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Mentoring ProgrammeBehavioural
A structured, four-week behavioral mentoring program developed for newly graduated nurses. During the program, mentors and mentees worked together through regular training and support sessions designed to enhance clinical adaptation, reduce reality shock, and improve professional competence. Mentors provided individualized guidance, feedback, and educational support throughout the process. Participants were assessed before the intervention, immediately after, and three months post-intervention to evaluate changes in the outcomes.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Mentoring programme group | Experimental | The intervention group participated in a structured, four-week behavioral mentoring program. Mentors and mentees worked together in regular training and support sessions. Participants were assessed at three time points: before the program, immediately after the program, and three months post-intervention to evaluate changes in clinical adaptation, reality shock, and professional competence. Receives: Behavioral: Mentoring Programme |
| No Intervention | No intervention | The control group did not receive the mentoring program. Participants continued with the standard orientation and support provided by the hospital. They were assessed at the same three time points as the intervention group to allow comparison of clinical adaptation, reality shock, and professional competence. |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Evaluation of reality shock in newly graduated nurses
Reality shock score :The Reality Shock scale was used for this measurement. It is an assessment tool developed by Cennet Çiriş Yıldız and Yasemin Ergün in 2019 to determine the reality shock of newly graduated nurses. The scale consists of 47 questions and 4 subdimensions. These subdimensions are Collaboration and Relationships (24 items), Professional Knowledge (12 items), Responsibility (7 items), and Performance (4 items). The scale is a 5-point Likert-type scale with scores of Never (1), Rarely (2), Sometimes (3), Often (4), and Always (5). There are no reverse-coded items. The minimum score obtained from the scale is 47, and the maximum is 235. Increasing mean scores on the scale subdimensions indicate an increasing level of reality shock.
Measured: Measured at three time points: baseline (before starting the mentoring program), immediately after the one-month mentoring program, and at three months after program initiation
Evaluation of professional competencies of newly graduated nurses
The Nursing Professional Competency Scale was used for this measurement. This scale is an assessment tool developed by Figen Çalışkan and Emine Şenyuva in 2020 to measure the professional competencies of nurses. The scale consists of 67 items and 7 subdimensions. These subdimensions are Diagnosis, Implementation of the Nursing Process, Health/Patient Education, Professional Development, Ethical Practices, Critical Thinking and Teamwork, and Research and Development. The scale is a 4-point Likert-type scale with scores of Always (4), Usually (3), Sometimes (2), and Never (1). All items on the scale are positive, and there are no reverse-coded items. The minimum score on the scale is 67 and the maximum score is 268. An increase in the scale score indicates an increase in the professional competence of nurses.
Measured: Measured at three time points: baseline (before starting the mentoring program), immediately after the one-month mentoring program, and at three months after program initiation
Evaluation of clinical adaptation of newly graduated nurses
Clinical orientation of new graduate nurses was assessed using the Clinical Orientation Portfolio. This measurement tool was developed by the researcher to assess the clinical orientation of new graduate nurses and the competencies they should possess. The Clinical Orientation Portfolio consists of seven competency areas and 30 competency statements.
Measured: Measured at three time points: baseline (before starting the mentoring program), immediately after the one-month mentoring program, and at three months after program initiation
Evaluation of new graduate nurses' experiences and perceptions regarding the mentoring program
A focus group interview form was used for this measurement. To assess new graduate nurses' views on the mentoring program, the first interview consisted of four items, and the final interview consisted of a semi-structured questionnaire consisting of five main items and sub-items. Care was taken to ensure that the questions were structured to allow for sub-questions to be asked during the interview if necessary, were clear and simple enough to be easily understood, and were not directive. Before the data collection phase, a preliminary interview was conducted with a group of eight individuals excluded from the sample, and the focus group interview questions were tested and finalized.
Measured: Assessed before the mentoring program and immediately after its completion
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted28 Nov 2025
- Study start1 Aug 2021
- Primary completion1 Nov 2021
- Study completion1 Nov 2021
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Nurse EducationStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- More trials run by Istanbul University - CerrahpasaThe sponsor's other registered studies.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Other
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Model description
- Participants were randomly assigned to either the intervention group, which received the mentoring program, or the control group, which did not receive any intervention. Randomization was conducted using unique participant codes and random numbers generated via www.random.org to ensure allocation concealment. Data were collected at three time points: before the intervention, immediately after the intervention, and three months later. This pretest-posttest control group design allowed for comparison of changes over time between the two groups. This study did not involve any patients, drugs, or medical devices. It focused solely on a professional mentoring intervention for newly graduated nurses.
- Masking
- Single blind
- Who is masked
- Participant
- Enrolment
- 56 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Selma Karakaplan, Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa
- Investigators
- Selma Karakaplan, Principal investigator, Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07253779
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- IUCFNHF
- Status last verified
- Nov 2025
- First submitted
- 13 Nov 2025
- Last updated
- 28 Nov 2025
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No: Individual participant data will not be shared due to confidentiality and ethical considerations. Only aggregated results will be reported.
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 28 Nov 2025. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- The Effect of Mentoring Programme on Reality Shock, Clinical Adaptation and Professional Competencies of New Graduated Nurses
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07253779
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- IUCFNHF
- Conditions
- Nurse Education
- Keywords
- Mentoring Programme, Reality Shock, Clinical Adaptation, Professional Competence
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 56 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Istanbul University - CerrahpasaUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 1 Aug 2021 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 1 Nov 2021 (actual)
- Study completion
- 1 Nov 2021 (actual)
- First posted
- 28 Nov 2025 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
The study was conducted to evaluate the effects of mentoring programme on the reality shock, clinical adaptation, and professional competence of new graduate nurses. The research questions were: Are the reality shock scores of new graduate nurses participating in the mentoring program lower than those in the control group? Is the clinical adaptation of new graduate nurses participating in the mentoring program higher than those in the control group? Are the professional competence scores of new graduate nurses participating in the mentoring program higher than those in the control group? The study was a mixed-use study with intervention and control groups, blinded design, randomized controlled experimental method, and focus group interview method. The number of nurses comprising the sample was determined using power analysis. The study population consisted of 65 newly graduated nurses who had started the institution, and the sample consisted of 56 nurses (28 in the intervention group and 28 in the control group) who were randomly assigned. In the first phase of the study, mentor nurses were trained according to the developed training program, and in the second phase, the mentor nursing practice was implemented. During this period, nurses in the control group received a one-month routine clinical orientation training, nurses in the intervention group received a one-month nursing mentorship program, and newly graduated nurses were monitored for three months. Quantitative data were collected before and after the nursing mentorship program, and in the third month of the study. Focus Group Interviews were conducted before and after the nursing mentorship program to collect qualitative data.
Detailed description
This study evaluated the effect of a mentoring program on reality shock, clinical adaptation, and professional competence of new graduate nurses. Participants were randomly assigned to either the intervention group, which received the mentoring program, or the control group, which did not receive any intervention. Randomization was performed using unique codes and random numbers generated via www.random.org
, ensuring allocation concealment. Outcome measures were collected at three time points: before the intervention, immediately after the intervention, and three months post-intervention.
A qualitative component was conducted using focus group interviews to explore participants' perceptions and experiences regarding the mentoring program. The qualitative data complemented the quantitative measures and provided in-depth insights into the participants' adaptation process. Participants were not informed of their group assignment, and information about the mentoring program was provided in a way that did not break the blinding.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Other
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind (participant)
- Number of arms
- 2
- Model description
- Participants were randomly assigned to either the intervention group, which received the mentoring program, or the control group, which did not receive any intervention. Randomization was conducted using unique participant codes and random numbers generated via www.random.org to ensure allocation concealment. Data were collected at three time points: before the intervention, immediately after the intervention, and three months later. This pretest-posttest control group design allowed for comparison of changes over time between the two groups. This study did not involve any patients, drugs, or medical devices. It focused solely on a professional mentoring intervention for newly graduated nurses.
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Mentoring programme group | Experimental | Behavioral: Mentoring ProgrammeThe intervention group participated in a structured, four-week behavioral mentoring program. Mentors and mentees worked together in regular training and support sessions. Participants were assessed at three time points: before the program, immediately after the program, and three months post-intervention to evaluate changes in clinical adaptation, reality shock, and professional competence. |
| No Intervention | No intervention | –The control group did not receive the mentoring program. Participants continued with the standard orientation and support provided by the hospital. They were assessed at the same three time points as the intervention group to allow comparison of clinical adaptation, reality shock, and professional competence. |
Who may qualify
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Child, Adult, Older adult
Key inclusion criteria (2 listed)
- New graduate
- First time working as a nurse
Key exclusion criteria (2 listed)
- Leaving the institution during the research process
- Not having completed the orientation process
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Mentoring ProgrammeA structured, four-week behavioral mentoring program developed for newly graduated nurses. During the program, mentors and mentees worked together through regular training and support sessions designed to enhance clinical adaptation, reduce reality shock, and improve professional competence. Mentors provided individualized guidance, feedback, and educational support throughout the process. Participants were assessed before the intervention, immediately after, and three months post-intervention to evaluate changes in the outcomes. | Behavioural | Mentoring programme group |
Primary outcome
Evaluation of reality shock in newly graduated nurses
Time frame: Measured at three time points: baseline (before starting the mentoring program), immediately after the one-month mentoring program, and at three months after program initiation
Reality shock score :The Reality Shock scale was used for this measurement. It is an assessment tool developed by Cennet Çiriş Yıldız and Yasemin Ergün in 2019 to determine the reality shock of newly graduated nurses. The scale consists of 47 questions and 4 subdimensions. These subdimensions are Collaboration and Relationships (24 items), Professional Knowledge (12 items), Responsibility (7 items), and Performance (4 items). The scale is a 5-point Likert-type scale with scores of Never (1), Rarely (2), Sometimes (3), Often (4), and Always (5). There are no reverse-coded items. The minimum score obtained from the scale is 47, and the maximum is 235. Increasing mean scores on the scale subdimensions indicate an increasing level of reality shock.
Evaluation of professional competencies of newly graduated nurses
Time frame: Measured at three time points: baseline (before starting the mentoring program), immediately after the one-month mentoring program, and at three months after program initiation
The Nursing Professional Competency Scale was used for this measurement. This scale is an assessment tool developed by Figen Çalışkan and Emine Şenyuva in 2020 to measure the professional competencies of nurses. The scale consists of 67 items and 7 subdimensions. These subdimensions are Diagnosis, Implementation of the Nursing Process, Health/Patient Education, Professional Development, Ethical Practices, Critical Thinking and Teamwork, and Research and Development. The scale is a 4-point Likert-type scale with scores of Always (4), Usually (3), Sometimes (2), and Never (1). All items on the scale are positive, and there are no reverse-coded items. The minimum score on the scale is 67 and the maximum score is 268. An increase in the scale score indicates an increase in the professional competence of nurses.
Evaluation of clinical adaptation of newly graduated nurses
Time frame: Measured at three time points: baseline (before starting the mentoring program), immediately after the one-month mentoring program, and at three months after program initiation
Clinical orientation of new graduate nurses was assessed using the Clinical Orientation Portfolio. This measurement tool was developed by the researcher to assess the clinical orientation of new graduate nurses and the competencies they should possess. The Clinical Orientation Portfolio consists of seven competency areas and 30 competency statements.
Evaluation of new graduate nurses' experiences and perceptions regarding the mentoring program
Time frame: Assessed before the mentoring program and immediately after its completion
A focus group interview form was used for this measurement. To assess new graduate nurses' views on the mentoring program, the first interview consisted of four items, and the final interview consisted of a semi-structured questionnaire consisting of five main items and sub-items. Care was taken to ensure that the questions were structured to allow for sub-questions to be asked during the interview if necessary, were clear and simple enough to be easily understood, and were not directive. Before the data collection phase, a preliminary interview was conducted with a group of eight individuals excluded from the sample, and the focus group interview questions were tested and finalized.
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 28 Nov 2025.
- Nursing professional competence scaleLink provided by the sponsor.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No. Individual participant data will not be shared due to confidentiality and ethical considerations. Only aggregated results will be reported.
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
Selma Karakaplan principal investigator
Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Mentoring Programme in people with Nurse Education, run by Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 2 inclusion and 2 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 28 Nov 2025. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye). Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Evaluation of reality shock in newly graduated nurses (time frame: Measured at three time points: baseline (before starting the mentoring program), immediately after the one-month mentoring program, and at three months after program initiation). The study lists 4 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 28 Nov 2025.