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Professional development through preceptorship

H L Craven1, J G Broyles

  • 1Department of Nursing Research and Development, Medical College of Virginia Hospitals, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, USA.

Journal of Nursing Staff Development : JNSD
|November 1, 1996
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Preceptor programs enhance new nurse integration and professional growth. Evaluating these programs at an academic medical center showed positive impacts on staff satisfaction and nurse development.

Area of Science:

  • Nursing Education
  • Organizational Psychology
  • Healthcare Management

Background:

  • Preceptor programs are crucial for orienting new staff and facilitating workplace integration.
  • A structured approach is needed to organize orientation components and create personalized development plans.
  • Evaluating the effectiveness of preceptorships is essential for optimizing new employee experiences.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the evolution and evaluation of preceptor programs at a major academic medical center.
  • To introduce a conceptual framework and orientation process model for organizing preceptorships.
  • To examine the impact of preceptor programs on staff satisfaction and nurses' professional development.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a conceptual framework and an orientation process model.

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  • Data collection from preceptors, unit staff, and newly hired nurses.
  • Analysis of the impact on staff satisfaction and professional development.

    • Main Results:

    • The conceptual framework and model successfully organized orientation components.
    • Data indicated a positive impact of the preceptor program on staff satisfaction.
    • Evidence suggested benefits for the professional development of nurses.

    Conclusions:

    • Structured preceptor programs, guided by a conceptual framework, are effective in new nurse orientation.
    • These programs contribute significantly to increased staff satisfaction and professional growth among nurses.
    • Continuous evaluation is key to refining and maximizing the benefits of preceptorships in academic medical centers.