Guiding Nursing Students through Their Capstone Course
Author Information
Author(s): David L. Martin, M. Kathleen Brewer, Nancy Barr
Primary Institution: The University of Kansas School of Nursing
Hypothesis
What are the educational needs of clinical registered nurse preceptors working with senior nursing students in a capstone course?
Conclusion
Preceptors have distinct learning needs related to their roles and responsibilities in guiding nursing students during their capstone course.
Supporting Evidence
- Preceptors expressed a need to know the expectations of their role.
- Preceptors wanted to learn how to effectively role model for students.
- Preceptors identified the importance of socializing students into the nursing profession.
Takeaway
Nurse preceptors need to know what is expected of them and how to help students learn effectively during their training.
Methodology
Qualitative descriptive design with semi-structured interviews.
Potential Biases
Potential bias from self-reported experiences.
Limitations
The study was limited to preceptors from two clinical sites and relied on participants' recollections of their experiences.
Participant Demographics
Participants were registered nurses aged 28 to 66, with a majority being female and holding various nursing degrees.
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