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Claire McGuinness1, Jacqueline McCallum2, Kathleen Duffy3
1Glasgow Caledonian University, Glasgow.
Nursing Management (Harrow, London, England : 1994)
|December 2, 2016
Summary
Preparing nursing and midwifery mentors requires experienced support, as mandated by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). Challenges arise from a lack of experienced mentors, necessitating alternative solutions for effective mentor preparation.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Healthcare Professional Development
- Mentorship in Practice
Background:
- The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) sets standards for mentor preparation.
- Mentors are crucial for supporting pre-registration nursing and midwifery students.
- Collaboration between educational providers and practice learning environments (PLEs) is key.
Purpose of the Study:
- To discuss the support available for registrants preparing to become mentors.
- To identify challenges in meeting NMC mentor preparation requirements.
- To propose alternative solutions and future recommendations for mentor preparation in the UK.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on NMC standards and mentor preparation.
- Analysis of challenges faced by programme providers and PLEs.
- Discussion of current support systems for aspiring mentors.
Main Results:
- A significant challenge is the scarcity of experienced mentors to support trainees.
- Existing support structures may be insufficient to meet NMC requirements.
- Alternative strategies are needed to ensure adequate mentor preparation.
Conclusions:
- Effective mentor preparation is vital for maintaining nursing and midwifery standards.
- Addressing the lack of experienced mentors requires innovative approaches.
- Future recommendations focus on enhancing support systems for UK mentor preparation programs.
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