Developing healthcare educators. The application of a conceptual model

Area of Science:

• Healthcare education
• Professional development
• Nursing staff development

Background:

• Staff development faculty are crucial in healthcare.
• Limited guidance exists for their professional growth.
• A need for a structured developmental framework is apparent.

Purpose of the Study:

• To define a developmental continuum for healthcare staff educators.
• To present a conceptual model guiding professional growth.
• To offer a framework for novice to expert development.

Main Methods:

• Conceptual model development.
• Literature review on staff development and educator roles.
• Synthesis of existing frameworks.

Main Results:

• A conceptual model outlining a developmental continuum for staff educators.
• Defined stages from novice to expert roles.
• A comprehensive framework for guiding staff development.

Conclusions:

• The proposed model provides essential guidance for healthcare staff educator development.
• It offers a structured approach to fostering expertise.
• Supports continuous professional growth in healthcare education.