Maintain current RN licensure, CPR certification, and immunization status throughout the duration of the clinical courses
Assure that the clinical agency contract is secured and individual Preceptor Qualification Forms (PQFs) have been obtained from the clinical site and preceptors with which the student plans to do clinicals
Complete forms, tests, and any other prerequisites required by individual clinical facilities; observe agency policies
Contact the preceptor to set up an initial meeting; at this meeting, the student will share:
Curriculum vitae
Skills checklist, identifying learning needs and areas of experience
Schedule of days/times available for clinical experiences
Post anticipated clinical schedule to Typhon Computerized Tracking System; update if necessary
Be prepared, punctual, and follow NP student dress code for the clinical experience
Discuss weekly learning needs and objectives with preceptor(s)
Adhere to standards and scope of advanced practice nursing
Clearly and succinctly present all cases to the preceptor
Confer with preceptor and faculty to keep informed of progress
Document clinical encounters in Typhon Computerized Tracking System
Arrange faculty site visit with FNP faculty and clinical preceptor, when indicated
Contact clinical coordinator if problems or conflicts arise regarding scheduling, course objectives, or interpersonal difficulties
Arrange for any make-up time at the convenience of the preceptor
Evaluate preceptor by completing evaluation form, acknowledging contributions of site and preceptor to clinical learning
Complete written self-evaluation at end of each clinical rotation
Exemplify professional behavior as a token of good will to those who give of their time, effort, clinical expertise, and NP educational support
Role of the Clinical Preceptor
Maintain licensure and certification in specialty area
Provide a list of “The Top 5-10 Diagnoses” encountered in your practice as a way for the student to prepare for their clinical experience with you
Be an expert role model
Review course objectives and determine feasibility of meeting them
Assist student in meeting and modifying personal objectives as needed
Negotiate dates and times for clinical experiences with student
Be present (or arrange a substitute experience for the student) at the agreed upon times/dates
Orient student to clinical site, agency policies, client records, staff, and resources
Draw upon student’s past experiences and education
Recommend additional resources and readings to fill learning gaps as indicated
Evaluate the student’s ability to obtain appropriate histories and physical examinations
Validate the student’s findings, consult with the student to ensure appropriate workup, treatment, and follow-up
Contact faculty promptly if any problems or concerns arise with the student
Provide informal ongoing feedback to the student
Provide formal feedback via telephone, Skype, or email at early and midway faculty check-ins; provide formal feedback during site visit (if indicated) and via electronic evaluation at the end of the student’s clinical experience
Schedule an evaluation meeting with the student at the end of the experience
Contribute to ongoing DNP program development by providing feedback to the clinical coordinator (Candy Stidolph) or program coordinator (Ann Marie Hart) as indicated
Role of the Clinical Coordinator
Select student clinical experiences that match interests, strengths, and experiences of both the student and preceptor
Negotiate clinical contracts and letters of agreement with agency and preceptor
Validate completion of student health and professional requirements (RN licensure, malpractice insurance, CPR certification, and immunization status)
Provide preceptor with course objectives, student assignments, and evaluation tools
Maintain ongoing communication with preceptors
Serve as a liaison for the student and preceptor to resolve any barriers or problems that arise in the clinical rotation
Review clinical logs submitted by the student
Prepare a final written evaluation of the student’s clinical performance and share with the student
Provide preceptor with student feedback about clinical experience
Contact Information:
Candy Stidolph, MSN, RN, FNP-BC
Assistant Lecturer & DNP Clinical Coordinator
1000 E. University Avenue, Dept. 3065 / Laramie, WY 82071-2000
Phone: (307) 766-3906
Fax: (307) 766-4294
Email: stidolph@uwyo.edu
Page updated: 1/27/2017