Preceptor orientation package

The purpose of this project was to create an evidence-informed preceptor orientation package that would help nursing preceptors understand the essential components necessary to prepare for the preceptor role of BSN students in their final practicum in Level 3 Small Community Hospitals (21-100 beds) within the Interior Health Authority (IHA) in British Columbia. It was done in collaboration with IHA to fill a gap in preceptor education for registered nurses working with final practicum BSN students. A literature review identified key evidence-based nursing preceptor education concepts, which were integrated into a preceptor orientation package. The preceptor orientation package includes learning objectives and resources related to the role and responsibilities of the preceptor, goal-oriented preceptorship and learning styles, guiding a reflective discussion and feedback, creating a safe and supportive learning environment, and the preceptor’s motivation. The package's evaluation and implementation are explored, and the author's critical reflection concludes the paper.