As A Preceptor.............

Learning how to start to organize and prioritize.

I have to say you have come up with a pretty good list and I agree with Meow however I remember not to long ago when I was a student, how I wish my preceptor had asked me what I wanted out of the rotation, make sure to get input and provide open and constructive critisisim if at all. You will do great. Its not as easy as you think but once you get together with them they will be so scared and excited you will spend most of the day providing guidance and answering alot of questions......

Take Care

Did i misunderstand,, you are the student,, or are you acting as preceptor for a student?

As the preceptor, I was just saying that you should really find out what the students want to learn out for their clinical. I was never asked. I was scared and unsure of the expectations. So as a preceptor just be clear in what you expect and make sure to provide feedback as well as accept it too. Thanks

As an ADN adjunct faculty member I think it's important to show a student the critical thinking process we use--almost on an hourly basis. Critical thinking is one of the most difficult things for new grads to grasp. As students they want hard and fast answers, but that isn't so easy in the real world. They already know how to do the procedures. Trigger their thinking with questions about why they need to look at labs before giving that potassium supplement--and not just the K+ but also the Creat and urine output. When to call the doctor is good to teach them. The docs (especially in private practice) don't like being called at 2AM for a complaint of constipation so some advanced recon needs to happen.

Being a preceptor is so important for these new grads. Thanks for stepping up to the plate!:yelclap:

Yep and along those lines....how to speak to docs to get what you need/ want. When to call the doc is a big one and having what you need ready when calling. Interpersonal skills. Is that it?