This document discusses staff development programs and continuing education for nurses. It defines staff development as the process of personal and professional growth for nurses while employed. The main components of staff development discussed are induction training, job orientation, in-service education, and continuing education. Induction training introduces new employees to organizational policies, while job orientation acquaints them with specific job responsibilities. In-service education and continuing education help nurses maintain and develop skills. The goals of staff development are to help employees improve performance and advance their careers. Factors such as technological advances and changes in health care necessitate ongoing education. The roles of educators in developing and evaluating effective staff development programs are also outlined.