Masterful precepting: using the BECOME method to enhance clinical teaching.

Area of Science:

• Nursing Education
• Healthcare Professional Development

Background:

• Staff development educators play a crucial role in mentoring nursing preceptors.
• They also guide the orientation of new nursing staff.
• Educators are frequently consulted to resolve conflicts during the orientation process.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe the development of a new framework for staff development educators.
• The framework aims to enhance strategies for educating and mentoring preceptors.
• This framework is known by the acronym BECOME.

Main Methods:

• Development of a conceptual framework for preceptor education and mentorship.
• The framework, BECOME, was created to provide educators with a structured approach.
• Focus on strategies for diagnosing performance issues and resolving interpersonal conflicts.

Main Results:

• The BECOME framework offers a repertoire of strategies for educators.
• It addresses the complexities of mentoring preceptors and orientees.
• Provides tools for conflict resolution and performance problem diagnosis.

Conclusions:

• The BECOME framework equips staff development educators with enhanced skills.
• It supports effective preceptor education and mentorship in nursing.
• A structured approach aids in reconciling orientation conflicts and improving staff integration.