Objectives

After participating in this educational activity, attendees should be able to:
1|Identify the roles and responsibilities of a preceptor.
2|Review standards and principles related to becoming a preceptor.
3|Explore effective communication strategies, including giving feedback and managing difficult conversations.
4|Discuss techniques that facilitate learning and stimulate critical thinking.
5|Formulate an individualized, goal-directed orientation plan based on learner needs.
6|Recognize the value of self-care for yourself and others.

Presenter(s): 
Alison Spencer, RN
Clinical Nurse Educator, Wesson 4 & Springfield 2
Baystate Medical Center  

Arlene Kruzel, RN
Nursing Professional Practice Educator
Clinical Nurse Educator, S6400
Baystate Medical Center

Dillon Drake, RN
Registered Nurse, MICU/Neuro ICU
Baystate Medical Center

 

NameRoleFinancial Relationship DisclosuresDiscussion of
Unlabeled/Unapproved Uses of
Drugs/Devices in Presentation?
Alison Spencer, RNSpeakerNo relevant relationships with ineligible companies to discloseNo
Arlene Kruzel, MSN, RN, NPD-BC, MEDSURG-BCPlanner/SpeakerNo relevant relationships with ineligible companies to discloseNo
Dillon Drake, BSN, RNSpeakerNo relevant relationships with ineligible companies to discloseNo
Session date: 
12/08/2025 - 8:00am to 10:30am EST
Location: 
Baystate Medical Center
759 Chestnut Street
Chestnut 2 Conference Room
Springfield, MA 01199
United States
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Add to calendar: 
  • 2.50 ANCC Contact Hours
  • 2.50 BCIPE Instructional Hours
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