Comparison of perceptions of nursing students and nurse educators regarding characteristics of effective clinical nurse educators
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Clinical experiences are important in the application of knowledge and skills for nursing students. Professional and personal characteristics of faculty may impact learning experiences of students in clinical settings (Nehring, 1990). The purpose of this descriptive comparative study is to examine perceptions of nursing students and clinical educators regarding the characteristics of effective clinical nursing faculty. Drevdahl, Stackman, Purdy, and Louie's (2002) conceptual model for reflective self-study is the framework for the study. The sample will include both full and part time clinical faculty (n=50) and practical nursing students (n=100) from seven community colleges in one midwestern state. The study will be approved by the Institutional Review Board of Ball State University and the administration of the seven community colleges. The Nursing Clinical Teacher Effectiveness Inventory (NCTEI) questionnaire will measure the importance of selected faculty characteristics. Findings can provide information for the professional growth of educators and increase the quality of clinical instruction.