FNP Preceptor

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Hello.

I am an FNP student, and I have the potential to secure a doctor for 2 of my adult practicums and his FNP for my Women's Health preceptor. That is 3/4 of the required preceptors for my class!! If I secured these 3 preceptors practicums, I would only need to find a pediatric preceptor. My question is.....the doctor and FNP want to meet with me. What should I prepare for? What should I say to them? Is it going to be like an FNP interview? Or is it a meet & greet and I only need to be personalizable? Should I dress up? Honestly, I don't even know what my first words will be when I walk in their office.....Can someone help?

Thanks!!!!

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Have confidence in yourself, people love talking about themselves so show interest in their accomplishments, educations, years in practices, philosophies. What do they like best about what they do? When your preceptors feels appreciated, they will see themselves in you. They then see you and a piece a clay that can molded and shaped. Let them talk and don't control the conversation. Show sincere appreciation. Be grateful. Yes this is a interview. Dress modestly and very professionally. Show enthusiasm and have confidence, wear a smile. Remember their is two important things on their minds.

1. Are you professional and teachable?

2. Will you embarrass them in front of their patients and employees?

When you walk into the office, you will in all likely hood be greeted by others in the office. Be friendly and engaging. After you hear what they have to say then talk a little bit about yourself and experiences and goals.

Have fun and it might even be a good idea to go into the office bringing treats such as chocolates, donuts or pastries for the office staff. It certainly won't hurt.

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