The nurse teacher's role in the practice setting

Area of Science:

• Nursing Education
• Healthcare Professional Development

Background:

• Project 2000 reforms necessitate a re-evaluation of nurse teacher roles.
• The English National Board (1989) mandates continued clinical competence for nurse teachers.
• Limited literature addresses the practical implications of these directives for nurse educators.

Purpose of the Study:

• To critically appraise the evolving role and function of nurse teachers.
• To explore the dimensions of the nurse teacher's role within the practice setting.
• To identify challenges in fulfilling these expanded responsibilities.

Main Methods:

• Literature review on nurse teacher roles and clinical competence.
• Analysis of educational reforms and their impact on nursing practice.
• Exploration of teaching, educational support, and practice facilitation roles.

Main Results:

• Nurse teachers require a dual focus on classroom and practice-based education.
• Clinical competence is crucial for effective teaching in practice settings.
• Key roles include direct teaching, educational support, and facilitating best practices.

Conclusions:

• Nurse teachers face complex challenges in integrating educational and clinical roles.
• Successful role fulfillment requires strategic planning and support.
• Further research is needed on effective strategies for nurse teachers in practice settings.