Team Preceptorship Model: A Solution for Students' Clinical Experience
Author Information
Author(s): Angela Cooper Brathwaite, Manon Lemonde
Primary Institution: Lawrence Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing, University of Toronto
Hypothesis
The Team Preceptorship Model (TPM) can enhance the clinical experiences of nursing students in public health settings.
Conclusion
The Team Preceptorship Model effectively increased the number of nursing students receiving public health experiences and improved their learning outcomes.
Supporting Evidence
- The TPM increased the number of nursing students in clinical placements from 14 to 35 per term.
- Students reported better access to preceptors and more personalized guidance.
- Preceptors noted improved collaboration and communication among team members.
Takeaway
This study shows that when nursing students work in teams with preceptors, they learn better and get more help during their training.
Methodology
Data were collected using focus groups with students and preceptors to evaluate the Team Preceptorship Model.
Limitations
Preceptors felt overworked, and students perceived that public health activities took too long to implement.
Participant Demographics
Nine nursing students and 14 preceptors participated in the focus groups.
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