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Mentor's Perspective on Structured Clinical Mentoring in the Arab Context
Jacqueline Maria Dias1, Semiyu Adejare Aderibigbe2, Mini Sara Abraham1
1Department of Nursing, College of Health Sciences, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates.
F1000Research
|May 8, 2026
Summary
Structured mentorship in the UAE enhances nursing students' clinical skills and confidence. Effective strategies include clear communication and integrating theory with practice for competent healthcare professionals.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Healthcare Professional Development
- Clinical Skills Training
Background:
- Mentorship is crucial for developing clinical skills, critical thinking, and professional identity in nursing.
- Limited research exists on mentorship within the Arab cultural context, specifically in the UAE.
- This study investigates nursing mentors' experiences in the UAE's unique cultural setting.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore nursing mentors' clinical learning experiences.
- To understand the role of mentorship in nursing education within the UAE.
- To identify effective mentoring practices and areas for improvement.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative approach using in-depth interviews with 20 nursing mentors.
- Data collected during a 240-hour final clinical placement (January-May 2024).
- Inductive thematic analysis of transcribed interviews, with some data quantification.
Main Results:
- Key themes: structured mentoring is vital for practical training, confidence, bridging theory/practice, and mutual learning.
- Essential mentoring skills: communication, patience, and understanding.
- Increased mentoring frequency positively impacted clinical learning; strengths included real-life exposure and skill development.
Conclusions:
- Effective UAE nursing mentorship integrates theory/practice, clear communication, and technology.
- Enhancing mentor-student interaction and program structure is recommended.
- Culturally informed mentorship fosters competent, confident nursing professionals.
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