Preceptor...

• is an experienced, competent registered nurse who provides support and guidance to students during clinical placement on a one-on-one basis in the clinical setting.
• serves as a clinical role model and a resource to a student or newly employed nurse (preceptee).
• works closely with preceptees on an ongoing basis to plan the orientation, clinical practice/learning experiences, monitor preceptee's progress, provide feedback on preceptee's performance and help the preceptee feel welcome and integrated into the nursing practice setting and nursing team.
• has received formal preceptor training.