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. 2022 Nov-Dec;43(6):E34-E40.
doi: 10.1097/01.NEP.0000000000001032. Epub 2022 Aug 23.

The Use of Virtual Mentoring With Underrepresented Minority Groups in Baccalaureate Programs of Nursing: A Systematic Review of the Literature

Jennifer J Dahlman  1
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The Use of Virtual Mentoring With Underrepresented Minority Groups in Baccalaureate Programs of Nursing: A Systematic Review of the Literature

Jennifer J Dahlman. Nurs Educ Perspect. 2022 Nov-Dec.

Abstract

Aim: The purpose of this systematic review is to explore the state of science on virtual mentoring in baccalaureate programs of nursing (BSN) and its impact on recruitment and retention of underrepresented minority (URM) groups.

Background: Research shows that URMs have significantly higher attrition rates than other BSN students. Innovative approaches to recruitment and retention through virtual means may increase the diversity of BSN programs and the nursing workforce.

Method: Studies in peer-reviewed articles between 2010 and 2021 were selected based on their relevance to the research questions posed. Evidence was summarized.

Results: Although literature validated that virtual mentoring is used with graduate students, few BSN programs use mentoring as a strategy to recruit and retain URMs. None of the studies reviewed used this intervention virtually.

Conclusion: Additional research is required to determine if virtual mentoring can be used to recruit and retain URMs.

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