Preceptors Promote Competence and Retention: Strategies to Achieve Success.
Publication/Presentation Date
11-1-1989
Abstract
When considering factors that affect nurse recruitment and retention, an appropriate response to the nursing shortage may be to either implement a preceptor model or refine an existing preceptor program. This article describes the evolution of a comprehensive preceptor model including the following: strategies to gain staff, administrative, and educational support and involvement; a preceptorship policy and procedure; a formal program to prepare preceptors; the need for identified orientation, learning expectations, and documentation of the same; evaluation methods of a preceptor model; and rewards for the preceptor. The viability and strength of this preceptor program may be attributed to the inclusion of all levels of nursing staff in its development and implementation.
Volume
20
Issue
6
First Page
255
Last Page
260
ISSN
0022-0124
Published In/Presented At
Hitchings, K. S. (1989). Preceptors promote competence and retention: strategies to achieve success. Journal Of Continuing Education In Nursing, 20(6), 255-260.
Disciplines
Nursing
PubMedID
2513344
Department(s)
Patient Care Services / Nursing, Patient Care Services / Nursing Faculty
Document Type
Article