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Time to truly acknowledge what nursing preceptors do for students
Olive Younge1, Paul Hagler, Cheryl Cox
1Faculty of Nursing, 3rd Floor Clinical Science Bldg., University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta T6G2G3, Canada. olive.yonge@ualberta.ca
Summary
Nursing preceptors often view their role as an informal extra duty, lacking formal job description integration. Enhanced preparation, support, and recognition are crucial for effective nursing preceptoring.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Clinical Supervision
Background:
- Preceptoring is a vital component of nursing education.
- The formal integration of preceptoring into job descriptions is often lacking.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the perceptions and experiences of nursing preceptors regarding their role.
- To identify areas for improvement in supporting nursing preceptors.
Main Methods:
- A mailed survey was distributed to 86 nursing preceptors.
- Data collection focused on the nature of the preceptoring role and associated challenges.
Main Results:
- The majority of preceptors perceive their role as an informal, additional duty.
- Preceptoring is frequently not formally recognized within job descriptions.
Conclusions:
- Nursing preceptors require improved training and preparation for their role.
- Systematic support and acknowledgment of preceptors' contributions are essential.
- Formal integration of preceptoring into job descriptions should be considered.
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