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  • 1Bristol Royal Infirmary.

Nursing Times
|September 30, 1998
PubMed
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Mentors invest significant effort in training student nurses for the demanding operating theatre environment. This study explores the motivations behind this dedication, suggesting potential answers to why mentors persevere.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing Education
  • Surgical Theatre Training
  • Clinical Mentorship

Background:

  • The operating theatre presents unique challenges for student nurses.
  • Effective mentorship is crucial for developing competent surgical nurses.
  • Understanding mentor motivation is key to improving training programs.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the reasons why experienced nurses choose to mentor student nurses in the operating theatre.
  • To identify the perceived benefits and challenges of surgical theatre mentorship from the mentor's perspective.
  • To explore factors that sustain mentor engagement in nursing education.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative research approach utilizing semi-structured interviews with theatre mentors.
  • Thematic analysis of interview data to identify recurring themes and patterns.

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  • Exploration of mentor experiences and perspectives on training student nurses.

    • Main Results:

    • Mentors are driven by a desire to share knowledge and skills.
    • A sense of professional responsibility and giving back to the profession emerged as a key motivator.
    • Personal satisfaction and the development of future colleagues were significant factors.

    Conclusions:

    • Mentor investment in student nurse training is driven by intrinsic rewards and professional commitment.
    • Addressing mentor challenges and recognizing their contributions can enhance surgical nursing education.
    • Further research should explore strategies to support and retain effective theatre mentors.