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Perspectives, experiences, and opinions precepting advanced practice registered nurse students
Maria Lofgren1, Heather Dunn2, Mary Dirks2
1Department of Nursing Administration, University of Iowa Health Care, Iowa City, Iowa, USA.
Background:
Significant growth in advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) student placements for clinical practicums have forced APRN preceptors, hospitals, and clinics to restrict the volume of APRN students they can accommodate.
Purpose:
Describe the experiences and opinions of APRNs regarding their precepting experiences of APRN students in three main areas; placement antecedents, placement postcedents, and preceptor incentives.
Methods:
Quality improvement study conducted via electronic survey that contained quantitative short answer and a qualitative open-ended question of APRNs licensed in the State of REDACTED in June, 2019.
Findings:
A total of 757 surveys were quantitatively analyzed. Qualitative thematic analysis resulted in identifying one overarching theme, the need for shared responsibility and accountability, and six unique primary themes.
Discussion:
Our findings indicate that APRN preceptors recognize their critical role but lack support and preparation to fully execute academic and profession strategic goals and objectives. There is the need for academic and professional ownership of APRN education at every level.
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