The one-minute preceptor model for nurse practitioners: A pilot study of a preceptor training program

Area of Science:

• Nursing Education
• Clinical Supervision
• Healthcare Professional Development

Background:

• Preceptors are essential for nurse practitioner (NP) clinical education.
• Enhancing NP self-efficacy can improve precepting willingness and readiness.
• The one-minute preceptor (OMP) model facilitates effective communication in healthcare.

Purpose of the Study:

• To develop a training program for NP preceptors.
• To evaluate the effectiveness of the NP preceptor training program.
• To assess the impact of training on NP self-efficacy and willingness to precept.

Main Methods:

• A pilot NP preceptor training program based on the OMP model was developed.
• The program was implemented and evaluated in a pilot study.
• Nine clinical NPs participated, completing surveys at three time points.

Main Results:

• The NP preceptor training program improved participants' self-efficacy.
• Training positively influenced participants' willingness to become preceptors.
• The OMP model training enhanced readiness for the preceptor role.

Conclusions:

• NP preceptor training can enhance self-efficacy and willingness to precept.
• The developed training program shows promise for improving NP preceptorship.
• Further research is warranted to validate these findings in larger cohorts.