The article presents the results of an applied sociological study conducted in August-September 2024 and dedicated to studying the state and prospects for the development of mentoring of mid-level medical personnel in the public healthcare of the Sverdlovsk region (n=1122). The leading fears of young professionals that contribute to the development of professional maladjustment and subsequent possible disappointment in the chosen profession are analyzed. Based on expert interviews, the potential of mentoring to overcome the fears of “newcomers”, facilitate their successful integration into nursing teams, ensure their retention in their positions, and create conditions for long-term employment in public healthcare organizations is demonstrated.