Colorado Nurses and the NFP

The author conducted a discussion with nurses participating in the Nurse–Family Partnership (NFP) in Colorado. The 10 attendees represented nine of the state's 18 NFP sites. Participants identified two elements that sustained their work: building relationships with clients and feeling they've made a difference in peoples' lives. The nurses also described it as “all-consuming” work that “never ends,” and made recommendations for the retention of nurses in this important initiative. Feedback from those working in the Nurse–Family Partnership may help retain nurses.