At HUTH, we are about to develop a preceptorship programme for all newly registered nurses, nursing associates and midwives as part of the NHS England programme. The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) (Principles for Preceptorship 2020) suggest all new employees should have:
- A thorough induction into their area of work, training and supervision where necessary and
- Appropriate support and supervision, including: clinical supervision; reflection; access to on-going professional education; and life-long learning. Preceptorship increases confidence, a sense of belonging and team identity.
Preceptorship objectives are to welcome and integrate the newly registered nurse, midwife or nursing associate into the team and place of work, help them grow in confidence, and begin their lifelong journey as an accountable, independent, knowledgeable and skilled practitioner.
— NMC – Principles of Preceptorship 2020 NMC London
A preceptee is defined as: “Newly qualified registered professional” (HUTH, 2021). They could be a recent graduate, returning to practice, or an international recruit following their professional registration with the NMC (Preceptorship Framework for Newly Registered Nurses, Midwives and Allied Health Professionals, Department of Health, 2010).
Preceptorship should welcome and integrate the newly registered nurse, midwife and nursing associate into the team and place of work, help them grow in confidence, and begin their lifelong journey as an accountable, independent, knowledgeable and skilled practitioner.
— NMC – Principles of Preceptorship 2020 NMC London