An Organization Has Hired Six RNs Who Have Recently Immigrated

Multiple Choice

An organization has hired six RNs who have recently immigrated to the United States. The manager has noticed they interact very little with other staff, often speaking in their own language during their breaks, although they speak English while on duty. Which intervention would be the most helpful action for the manager to help these new RNs better assimilate?

A) Explain to the new nurses the problem that their isolating is causing.
B) Arrange to send them to an English language course at the local adult school.
C) Ask the established RNs to make an effort to include the new nurses in after-work activities.
D) Begin a short sharing session before client report, so all RNs can share information about their cultures and differences in client care.