J Prof Nurs. 2017 Sep - Oct;33(5):314-325. doi: 10.1016/j.profnurs.2017.07.007. Epub 2017 Jul 18.
Precepting: A literature review.
Journal of professional nursing : official journal of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing
Amanda Ward, Sara McComb
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- Purdue University, School of Nursing, 502 N. University Street, West Lafayette, IN 47907, United States.
- Purdue University, School of Nursing, 502 N. University Street, West Lafayette, IN 47907, United States. Electronic address: [email protected].
PMID: 28931478
DOI: 10.1016/j.profnurs.2017.07.007
Abstract
The purpose of this literature review is to examine studies evaluating preceptorships within nursing orientation or education programs. Nursing education in the classroom focuses on the theoretical aspect of nursing care as opposed to the clinical experience of nursing education that allows for the hands-on practical experience of nursing. The clinical experience is an integral part of the education process for both students and experienced nurses at various career transitions. Quality clinical experiences require practice partnerships, particularly in the form of preceptorships. Using data reported in previous studies, we examined preceptor selection criteria and responsibilities, motivators to encourage nurses to serve as preceptors, and preceptors' and preceptees' perceptions about the preceptor role. By synthesizing the literature describing previous orientation programs, we underscore the importance of the preceptor in the precepting process associated with orientation or clinical education programs. This review culminates with an evidence-based design for devising policy governing preceptor programs. Specifically, suggestions are forwarded for (1) preceptor selection, preparation, responsibilities, support, and workload and (2) preceptee preparation and support.
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Keywords: Inservice training; Nursing staff, hospital; Preceptorship
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