Supporting Ambulatory Nurses Transitioning From Direct Care to Leadership: A Pilot Project.

Frontline nurse leadership is foundational to career progression and succession planning, but preparation is often limited. COVID-19 has further complicated this process by limiting access to professional development resources typically available to new leaders. This article discusses the implementation of an innovative onboarding program that combined a web-based toolkit, mentor network, and precepted shadow shifts to navigate challenges associated with the pandemic and overcome barriers to frontline nurse leader preparation in the ambulatory care setting.