Preceptor Toolkit

Precepting at Idaho State University: Advance the Next Generation of NPs

Ready to shape the future of advanced practice nursing? As an Idaho State University (ISU) preceptor, you inspire the next generation by modeling the highest standards of clinical excellence and leadership. Invest your expertise and make a profound impact on patient care through education.

✅ Preceptor Qualifications

To serve as an ISU School of Nursing preceptor, you must meet the following core requirements:

• Current, unrestricted license to practice in the state where the clinical rotation occurs.

• Appropriate advanced education and experience (e.g., hold an NP certification).

• At least one year of experience as a healthcare provider

Successful preceptors are also distinguished by:

• Exceptional communication and teaching skills.

• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

• Sensitivity to the learning needs of graduate students.

• A positive professional attitude and ability to provide constructive feedback.

📋 Key Responsibilities

Precepting is a valuable clinical commitment. Preceptors are expected to:

• Model advanced practice roles and effective patient-provider interactions.

• Mentor clinical reasoning by explaining the rationale behind diagnostic and treatment decisions.

• Design appropriate learning experiences and patient care assignments.

• Routinely assess student progress and provide timely, actionable feedback on performance.

🎁 Exclusive Benefits

In addition to the professional reward of mentoring, ISU preceptors receive:

• Clinical Resources: Complimentary access to essential information systems, including resources like Uptodate.com and the ISU Library System (approval based on pre-established committed hours).

• Recertification Credit: Verification of preceptor hours for professional recertification (ANCC, PNCB, NCC, etc.), as many agencies offer CE credit for precepting.

• Professional Development: Access to free seminars, training, and events (some offering CNE and ANCC credit).

• AANP Group Discounts.

• Talent Pipeline: Early access to potential new, ISU-educated NP employees for your practice.