Orientation to an informatics department is a complicated process. Learning the systems used and how to support them is just the beginning of a long learning process. Studies have shown that a mentoring program for colleagues who are new to a position improves job satisfaction and decreases turnover. This session will demonstrate methods that can be used to assess current competencies to identify areas to focus on for development.

Learning Outcome
At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be able to articulate an orientation plan that includes a balance of validating informatics and organization-specific competencies and apply Benner's novice to expert theory.

Credit Hours:
1.0 contact hour

Accreditation Statement
This educational activity is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the American Nursing Informatics Association (ANIA).

Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is a provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, provider number CEP 5387.

Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information

Requirements for Successful Completion:
In order to receive contact hours for ANIA webinar sessions, participants must observe the following: Attend 90% of each session attended where you are claiming contact hours, complete an online evaluation, and submit. You will be able to print your NCPD certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.

Disclosures
The speaker and planning committee members reported no actual or potential relevant financial relationship in relation to this nursing continuing professional development activity.