Archived
This content is available here for research, reference, and/or recordkeeping.
Author ORCID Identifier
Date Available
4-14-2026
Year of Publication
2026
Document Type
DNP Project
Degree Name
Doctor of Nursing Practice
College
Nursing
Department/School/Program
Nursing
Faculty
Dr. Debra C. Hampton
Committee Member
Dr. Paula A. Works
Faculty
Dr. Lee Anne Walmsley
Faculty
Dr. Brandy Mathews
Abstract
Importance: Burnout is a leading driver of clinician intent to leave, lower productivity, increased medical errors, and increased resource use.
Objective: The purpose of this project was to evaluate the effects of an evidence-based mentorship program on newly hired advanced practice providers’ (APPs’) level of stress, burnout, and professional fulfillment.
Results: At baseline, APPs demonstrated higher stress levels, moderate professional fulfillment, and low burnout. Outcomes showed improvement at the end of a mentorship program.
Conclusion: Longitudinal studies with larger sample sizes are needed to determine the true effect of a 6-month mentorship intervention on APP burnout, stress, and professional fulfillment.
Funding Information
None
Recommended Citation
Soper, Melissa, "Evaluating the Burnout Mitigating Effects of a Structured Mentorship Program in Newly Hired Advanced Practice Providers" (2026). DNP Projects. 509.
https://uknowledge.uky.edu/dnp_etds/509
Included in
Leadership Commons, Nursing Administration Commons, Organization Development Commons, Training and Development Commons
