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¹Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit, Swedish Medical Center, Seattle, WA, USA. eric.wolak@swedish.org

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Area of Science:

Nursing Education
Clinical Mentorship
Healthcare Professional Development

Background:

Structured mentorship programs are crucial for professional development in healthcare.
Understanding the shared experiences of mentors and mentees is vital for program optimization.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the perceptions and experiences of both mentees and mentors within a formal mentorship program.
To identify common themes and areas of shared understanding in a clinical mentorship setting.

Main Methods:

Qualitative study utilizing focus group methodology.
Conducted within a university-affiliated hospital's cardiothoracic intensive care unit.
Involved 6 mentors (Clinical Nurse III) and 5 mentees (Clinical Nurse I) paired for at least 10 months.

Main Results:

Identified shared perceptions including availability, sense of community, and mutual support and knowledge exchange.
Mentees and mentors reported similar positive experiences despite differing roles.
Key themes highlight the value of accessible guidance and a supportive learning environment.

Conclusions:

Mentorship programs yield comparable experiences and perceptions for both mentors and mentees.
These programs cultivate a unique environment conducive to learning for clinicians at all experience levels.
Effective mentorship enhances educational opportunities and professional growth for nurses in critical care settings.