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Exploring preceptorship programmes: Implications for future design.
Louise M Taylor1, Charlotte L Eost-Telling1, Annie Ellerton2
1Department of Social Work and Interprofessional Education, Faculty of Health and Social Care, University of Chester, Riverside Campus, Chester, UK.
Journal of Clinical Nursing
|November 16, 2018
Summary
Newly qualified nurses face challenges, but preceptorship programmes can improve retention. This study found wide variations in NHS trusts
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Healthcare Professional Development
- Quality Improvement in Healthcare
Background:
- Newly qualified staff retention is critical due to challenges in transitioning to competent healthcare professionals.
- Addressing staff retention is vital for healthcare organizations and individual practitioners.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review and analyze current preceptorship programs in NHS trusts in North West England.
- To evaluate the pedagogical rigor of these programs.
- To provide recommendations for future preceptorship program design.
Main Methods:
- A mixed-methods approach using online questionnaires and content analysis of program documentation.
- Surveyed 41 NHS trusts in North West England.
- Utilized SQUIRE (Standards for Quality Improvement Reporting Excellence) guidelines.
Main Results:
- A 56.1% questionnaire response rate and 43.9% documentation submission rate.
- Significant variation in preceptorship program structures and content across trusts.
- Identified instances of outstanding programs with clear links between strategic vision and delivery.
Conclusions:
- No single preceptorship framework suits all trusts, but key components are essential.
- Encourages innovative and context-aware program design.
- Understanding current programs is crucial for improving recruitment and retention of nursing staff.
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