Socialization in nursing can be divided into several stages:
Anticipatory Socialization: Occurs before entering the nursing program, where individuals form expectations based on societal views and media portrayals of nurses. Formal Socialization: Takes place during nursing education through structured learning environments. Informal Socialization: Happens through interactions with peers, mentors, and healthcare teams in clinical settings. Continuing Socialization: Ongoing process throughout a nurse's career, adapting to new roles and changes in the healthcare landscape.
