As I considered preferable characteristics of a clinical educator, I thought of what I would like to accomplish as an instructor, and about my clinical experience as a nursing student. Combining these aspects, I would describe the characteristics of an effective clinical educator as a leader, mentor, knowledgeable, articulate, creative, competent, dedicated, and fair. Although these characteristics describe traits that most professionals should possess, they are very important in the cultivation of future nurses. The clinical educator plays a pivotal role in the development of the student nurse by exposing them to the inside world of healthcare, demonstrating the process of communication with other healthcare professionals, and providing a safe environment in order to transition from student to nurse (Bradshaw, 2017).
When working with students, I love to be creative and feel they should be exposed to as many learning opportunities as possible, ensuring a well-rounded experience. They need to see the good, the bad, and the ugly. As a new nurse, I was not prepared for the transition from student to nurse. Although, in my last semester of nursing school I was very fortunate to have a wonderful preceptor (she remains my mentor), in earlier semesters I missed many …show more content…
Our philosophy provides the framework of how we approach education in the clinical setting, giving insight into why and how we handle certain situations. Also, a self-assessment of strengths and weaknesses can provide valuable information detailing gaps in behaviors, education, communication, and competencies. Both of these strategies are important in the health care setting in order to employ the various teaching methods required to meet the individual learning needs of
When working with students, I love to be creative and feel they should be exposed to as many learning opportunities as possible, ensuring a well-rounded experience. They need to see the good, the bad, and the ugly. As a new nurse, I was not prepared for the transition from student to nurse. Although, in my last semester of nursing school I was very fortunate to have a wonderful preceptor (she remains my mentor), in earlier semesters I missed many …show more content…
Our philosophy provides the framework of how we approach education in the clinical setting, giving insight into why and how we handle certain situations. Also, a self-assessment of strengths and weaknesses can provide valuable information detailing gaps in behaviors, education, communication, and competencies. Both of these strategies are important in the health care setting in order to employ the various teaching methods required to meet the individual learning needs of