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Ann Skingley1, J Arnott, J Greaves
1Department of Health and Social Welfare, Canterbury Christ Church University. a.skingley@canterbury.ac.uk
British Journal of Community Nursing
|March 14, 2007
Summary
Identifying and supporting struggling nursing students requires collaboration between educators and practice teachers. Early intervention using objective and subjective observations, alongside clear procedures, is crucial for student success in community nursing programs.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Student Support
- Clinical Practice
Background:
- The identification and support of underperforming students in community nursing programs is under-researched.
- Practice teachers express significant concern regarding this issue.
- Existing literature offers limited guidance on this specific challenge.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore practice teachers' views on identifying and supporting failing students in community nursing.
- To propose indicators for good practice in addressing underperforming nursing students.
- To highlight the need for collaborative strategies between institutions and practice teachers.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative discussion with a group of practice teachers.
- Review of existing related research on student support and performance.
- Synthesis of views to identify best practice indicators.
Main Results:
- Practice teachers emphasize the need for early identification of students experiencing difficulties.
- A combination of objective academic data and subjective observational insights is recommended for assessment.
- The importance of established, documented procedures for managing at-risk students was highlighted.
Conclusions:
- Collaboration between higher education institutions and practice teachers is essential for effective early intervention.
- Documented procedures are vital for a consistent and supportive approach to struggling nursing students.
- Proactive identification and support systems can improve student outcomes in community nursing programs.
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