Objective To create an evidence summary of the available literature regarding transitional care for patient discharge from intensive care units, and to provide guidance for nursing practice. Methods A literature search was performed following the 6S Hie-rarchy of Evidence-Based Resources in websites and electronic databases from establishment of the database to September 31, 2021. Four researchers independently evaluated quality of the literature and extracted evidence that met the quality standards. Le-vels of evidence were established by using the JBI Levels of Evidence and Grades of Recommendation (2014 edition). Results Twenty-four publications were included, and 34 pieces of evidence were synthesized, embracing seven categories- organizational support system, team communication and cooperation, assessment and decision-making for transfer out of intensive care, transfer and handover, follow-up and rehabilitation, nurse-patient communication and educational support, and nursing quality control. Conclusion The evidence summarized in this study can provide reference for implementing transitional care for patient discharge from ICU, resulting in improving effectiveness and safety of the intervention measures.