I am currently taking my last two classes at Capella University for the MSN Informatics program. In order for me to graduate from the program, I must find my own preceptor and site to complete my 200 practicum hours. I have been inquiring for months, but it seems to be extremely hard to find a preceptor on my own in the nursing informatics field. I reside in Queens, NY, and I would be extremely grateful, if I could find someone willing to help me or refer me to someone who can. Currently I work for Northwell Health System, I requested a preceptor here but it seems that no one is willing to commit. Now, I do not know what to do and where to look for a preceptor.
I have been a nurse for 20 years, I have ER, Med-Surg, and Ambulatory Surgery experience. I have worked with Sunrise system for the last 8 years. I am used to work at a fast pace, I learn fast, also I am very professional, and respectful person. If I don't find a preceptor I will not be able to apply for my practicum classes and graduate, even if I complete all my classes.
Thank you very much in advance for any help or recommendation.
I believe Grand Canyon University is also a scam. They charge thousands of dollars so you can complete "busy" work then make it to the end and they don't do anything to help you find a preceptor so you can graduate. They just call and ask if you've found a preceptor and they encourage you to keep looking for a preceptor. "Keep looking" is not helpful at all. Stay away from them.
I was wondering if you were ever able to find a preceptor. I am two weeks away from starting my practicum course. I need to complete 200 hours with Capella University and the preceptor I choose seems to be backing out or has become nonresponsive. Just wondering if you could share some ideas.
Did you ever find a preceptor for your clinical? I'm currently pursuing my degree in Nursing Informatics. I'm having a hard time securing a preceptor for the mandatory 200 hours of field experience. Any idea of anyone who would be willing to precept me?
MSN programs deliberately have very, very low admission standards. They essentially take anybody, and they gladly take your money.
Then they weed you out by your ability to find clinical hours, which you probably can't find if you are not in the field.
It should be illegal.
What a huge crock is MSN education.
I am facing that right now. They just kicked me out on my last class because I don't have a preceptor. It is so fustrating. Please if you have any contact. I am looking for a preceptor. I am an MS-Health Informatics student at Grand Canyon University and am required to complete a virtual or onsite practicum of 150 hours.
I currently live in Houston, Texas and I do not mind a preceptorship done remotely.
I am reaching out to see if anyone can be of assistance in securing a preceptor with the following qualifications:
1-Holds an unencumbered and current nursing license.
2-Must hold a master's degree in Nursing.
3-Minimum of 2 years of current work experience in informatics.
4-Minimum of 3 months at current employer.
5-Able to provide an educational experience that will help meet overall practicum objectives and personal learning objectives
Please, if anyone is interested or you know of a possible preceptor with the above qualifications, I would be grateful to speak with them and answer any questions they may have surrounding the virtual practicum contingency plan implemented by GCU. Any assistance provided will be much appreciated, thanks again!
My email is [email protected]
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I believe Grand Canyon University is also a scam. They charge thousands of dollars so you can complete "busy" work then make it to the end and they don't do anything to help you find a preceptor so you can graduate. They just call and ask if you've found a preceptor and they encourage you to keep looking for a preceptor. "Keep looking" is not helpful at all. Stay away from them.