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Starting a job as adjunct clinical instructor.

Linda Koharchik1, Karen Jakub

  • 1Linda Koharchik is a clinical assistant professor and director of adjunct faculty and clinical affairs, and Karen Jakub is an assistant professor, both at Duquesne University School of Nursing, Pittsburgh, PA. Contact author: Linda Koharchik, koharchikl@duq.edu. The authors have disclosed no potential conflicts of interest, financial or otherwise.

The American Journal of Nursing
|July 31, 2014
PubMed
Summary

This article discusses the crucial roles of adjunct clinical faculty and preceptors in nursing education. It covers their preparation, student evaluation, and strategies for overcoming common teaching challenges in clinical settings.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing Education
  • Clinical Pedagogy

Background:

  • Adjunct clinical faculty and preceptors are vital for nursing students' practical skill development.
  • Effective teaching in clinical settings requires specific preparation and support for educators.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the multifaceted roles of adjunct clinical faculty and preceptors in nursing education.
  • To identify key areas for educator preparation and support.
  • To address challenges in clinical teaching and adjunct faculty roles.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on clinical instruction in nursing.
  • Analysis of best practices in preceptor and adjunct faculty training.
  • Discussion of student evaluation methodologies in clinical environments.

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Main Results:

  • Clinical instructors require targeted training for effective student mentorship.
  • Standardized evaluation processes are essential for nursing student development.
  • Addressing challenges proactively enhances the adjunct teaching experience.

Conclusions:

  • Optimizing the roles of adjunct faculty and preceptors is key to advancing nursing education quality.
  • Continued focus on educator preparation and support systems is recommended.
  • Strategies for overcoming clinical teaching challenges can improve student outcomes.