Enhancing the Experience of Nurse Practitioner Preceptors: A Program Evaluation.

Area of Science:

• Nursing Education
• Healthcare Professional Development

Background:

• Clinical preceptors are essential for training nurse practitioners.
• Recruitment and retention of these preceptors present ongoing challenges.
• This study evaluates preceptor satisfaction following revised benefits and motivational factor assessments.

Purpose of the Study:

• To assess preceptor satisfaction with newly implemented benefits.
• To identify motivational factors influencing preceptor engagement.
• To evaluate the effectiveness of communication strategies regarding benefit enhancements.

Main Methods:

• A comprehensive online survey was administered to over 2,400 preceptors.
• The survey assessed perceptions of new benefits and communication efforts.
• Data analysis focused on satisfaction levels and motivational influences.

Main Results:

• 88.89% of preceptors felt supported, but nearly half were unaware of benefit enhancements.
• A significant communication gap was identified.
• While benefits were appreciated, they did not substantially increase preceptor motivation.

Conclusions:

• Improved communication strategies are essential for effective benefit dissemination.
• Ongoing program evaluation is crucial for enhancing the preceptor experience.
• Addressing these gaps can create a more supportive environment for nurse practitioner education.