Implementation of a structured programme of preceptorship for newly qualified midwives in a maternity unit.
This article discusses the application of a structured approach to the development and implementation of preceptorship programmes with an evidence-based content to support newly qualified midwives (NQMs). The development of a programme of preceptorship for NQMs is discussed and recommendations made for current practice. All NHS trusts should consider how preceptorship programmes can be developed and implemented with a clear, robust audit trail to identify how allocated funding is used.
University of Salford.
Jean Mason
JM
Mitchell
University of Salford.
Sarah
S
Davies
D006771:Hospitals, Maternity; D009721:Nurse Midwives / Q000193:education / Q000592:standards*; D011231:Preceptorship; D013222:State Medicine; D006113:United Kingdom
competence; confidence; midwife; newly qualified practitioner; preceptorship; preceptorship programme