Common use of Preceptor Program Clause in Contracts

Preceptor Program. The preceptor is a person who teaches, counsels, and supports the growth and development of an individual for a fixed length of time. The pairing of the new employee with an experienced RN provides an environment of nourishment and growth for the new employee or new graduate. Utilization of preceptors is one approach to fulfilling the orientation needs of G.N.'s or newly hired employees. A preceptor will be chosen by the Staff Development Coordinator based on an established criteria that includes clinical competency, good communication skills and interpersonal skills. Once the selected staff member agrees to serve as a preceptor he/she shall attend a full day of training provided by the Staff Development Coordinator. The training will include communication skills, adult learning theory, motivation, coaching, stress management, performance evaluation and the role of the preceptor. Preceptors will be compensated for their services at the rate of Seventy Five ($75.00) Dollars for each experienced new employee when they precept, and One Hundred Fifty ($150.00) Dollars for each newly hired graduate without previous work experience when they precept.