Mistery

A multitude or research has been done comparing HESI and NCLEX. In general, HESI is VERY good at predicting NCLEX success/failure. However, this does not mean that just because you did well on HESI that you should not prepare for the NCLEX. It just means that you should go into your NCLEX with the confidence that you have both prepared for the test AND shown on HESI that you can succeed. GOOD LUCK!

I have been a full time Nurse Educator for over 15 years and have mentored many new faculty members. It is important to remember that the advanced knowledge/training in your NP program was geared for that role. You will need new and different knowledge/training to be prepared as an educator. I have found that I approach student teaching VERY differently than I approach patient teaching. Nurse Educators are expected to create lectures, class activities and homework that promote clinical decision making and critical thinking. Even the basics of how to construct a test are important skills to develop. While it is true that these things can be accomplished through mentoring and "on the job training" it is not easy. I recently lost a teaching partner because she became frustrated with learning how to teach effectively. If you are committed to the Nurse Educator role I would suggest you enroll in some sort of Nursing Education course(s) at the very least. Even if you don't have your certification (or a second Master's degree) at least you will have a theory base for your new practice as a Nurse Educator.