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Exploring Motivations and Barriers: A Mixed-Methods Study of Precepting Among Advanced Practice Behavioral Health

Stacey D Green¹, Lynda Creighton-Wong², Vanndy L Loth³

¹University of California Los Angeles, USA.

Journal of the American Psychiatric Nurses Association

|July 1, 2026

Summary

Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) preceptors are motivated by professional contribution and mentorship. Key barriers include time constraints and administrative burdens, highlighting the need for better incentives and support.

Keywords:

advanced practice nursing education behavioral health education precepting volunteer clinical faculty

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A Novel Method for Involving Women of Color at High Risk for Preterm Birth in Research Priority Setting

A Novel Method for Involving Women of Color at High Risk for Preterm Birth in Research Priority Setting

Published on: January 12, 2018

Area of Science:

Nursing Education
Behavioral Health Workforce Development
Clinical Supervision

Background:

Preceptors are crucial for training Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNPs).
A shortage of behavioral health providers necessitates expanding PMHNP programs.
Increased competition for clinical sites and preceptor recruitment challenges limit student placements.

Purpose of the Study:

To identify motivations and barriers influencing PMHNP preceptors' decisions.
To analyze demographic factors associated with the likelihood of precepting.

Main Methods:

An online survey was administered to 93 practicing PMHNPs.
Participants were recruited through professional networks, associations, and social media.
Data included demographic, qualitative, and quantitative information, analyzed using descriptive statistics.

Main Results:

Motivations for precepting include advancing the profession, mentorship, teaching, and academic connections.
Barriers include time limitations, clinical demands, administrative tasks, student professionalism, and lack of compensation.

Conclusions:

A framework for preceptor incentives includes university perks, recognition, and compensation, with time being highly valued.
Improved understanding can enhance recruitment and retention of qualified PMHNP preceptors.