Become a Preceptor

Why Become a Preceptor?

Preceptors play a vital role in providing key, hands-on instruction that can only be learned outside of the classroom. Nurse practitioners, physician’s assistants, MDs and DOs with two or more years of clinical experience are encouraged to inquire.

Why Become a Preceptor?

Through your supervision, students will progressively develop the skills and judgment necessary to become an advanced practice provider. As an Emory preceptor, you will receive:

  • Support from our team of dedicated Placement Coordinators from day one
  • A hand in choosing your preceptee as you would like, from requesting a student to expressing a preference in the program you wish to work with. Our Placement Coordinators will ensure you are matched with the student of your choosing and offer supports throughout the rotation
  • Personalized support through the contract and credentialing process with our dedicated Contracts and Credentialing Coordinators here to walk you through each step
  • Access to faculty site visitors who will check in periodically and as needed to ensure that you have all the tools you need to conduct a successful experience
  • After one year of service and significant contributions to student learning, you will also be eligible for nomination for adjunct faculty status at Emory.  
  • Tax Credits: Georgia based preceptors are eligible to register for Georgia’s Preceptor Tax Incentive Program.  
  • Verification letters for your records outlining the hours you trained students which can be used to provide proof to certifying bodies and/or employers that require a record of precepting
  • Preferred Patron Rewards program – A reward program that will allow you to accumulate points to purchase a gift
  • Access to continuing education programs
  • Eligibility for the annual Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing Outstanding Preceptor Award
  • Ability to apply for adjunct faculty status  
  • Eager students ready to embark on the next phase of their career and learn from you!

FAQs

Will precepting fulfill CE credits?

No, precepting our students will not fulfill CE credits. It can, however, be used in the process when a provider needs to renew their license.

Who can precept an NP or CNM student?

A licensed MD, DO, NP, CNM or PA can precept our NP students.

What is the time commitment?

Depending on the specialty track, our students need anywhere from 90 to over 250 hours with a preceptor each semester. We will inquire with the preceptor each semester on their availability and for how long they would like to have a student/s.

What’s the onboarding process for students?

The first step is establishing an affiliation agreement with the School of Nursing. Our Graduate Credentialing Coordinator will then work closely with the clinical site to provide any documentation required before the rotation begins.  Documentation of our student’s credentials (background check, drug screen, immunizations, professional license, HIPPA and BBP training, BLS card and professional liability and practice insurance) are on file and available upon request.

May I request the type of student I would like to precept?

Absolutely. If you have any preferences for the type of student you would like to precept (certain RN experience, specialty track, clinical interests, languages spoken, etc.) please feel free to let us know.  

May I request a resume and/or interview the student prior to precepting?

Yes. If that is something you are interested in, please let us know. If not, we will match a student with you based on their clinical and programmatic needs for the semester.  

Is there any paperwork required of the preceptor?

Yes. Preceptors will be asked to complete a short vetting/questionnaire form that will include the preceptor’s credentials, nursing experience, and a most recent copy of your CV so that we can keep it on file. This form must be acknowledged before we can confirm a student’s clinical placement. The first time a provider precepts, we will also need to establish an affiliation agreement. We may need your assistance in determining the appropriate person at your site to sign that agreement. Lastly, we will only need to collect your interest and availability to precept each semester thereafter via a simple request form.

How much experience is required to precept?

At least one year of clinical practice is required in order to serve as a preceptor.

How can I sign up to precept?

Complete our preceptor interest form and one of our Graduate Placement Coordinators will contact you. After the first time you precept our students, we will follow up with you regarding your interest each semester.

Can two or more preceptors share a student?

Yes, a team or group of providers can share a student for their clinical placement. If you are the team lead, we just ask that you inform us who all of those providers will be ahead of time.

Who will conduct site visits to check on the preceptor and student?

A School of Nursing faculty member from that student’s specialty track will check-in with the student and preceptor periodically or as needed each semester.

Are there opportunities to precept outside of Georgia?

Some of our specialty tracks and post-graduate programs do allow students to complete their clinical rotations outside of Georgia. If you are interested in precepting, but practice outside of Georgia, please reach out to us for potential opportunities.

Who provides malpractice insurance for the students?

The School of Nursing provides malpractice insurance for all of our students and faculty. Please reach out to a Placement Coordinator if you need this information.

How will I know what to focus on with the students?

We will provide you with all necessary information to ensure you are informed of the student’s skillset, level and programmatic needs.

Who can I contact with further questions?

General questions Form

Cynthia Harris, MHA, BSN, RN
Director, Clinical Placement
Cynthia.lorraine.harris@emory.edu

Monica Stokes, MBA
Sr Program Coordinator:  Post Licensure Programs
Monica.stokes@emory.edu

Ashley Landers, MBA
Post-License Placement Coordinator: AGNP-AC & ENP
Ashley.landers@emory.edu

Lakeitcha Jackson, MHA
Post-License Placement Coordinator: AGNP-PC
Lakeitcha.jackson@emory.edu

Tamera Jacobs, NNP, PNP-PC, PNP-AC & WHNP
Post-License Placement Coordinator: NNP, PNP-AC, PNP-PC & WHNP
Tamera.jacobs@emory.edu

Jaya Martin, CNM, MSN
Post-License Placement Coordinator: CNM, Mental Health
Jaya.Martin@emory.edu

David Bell
Post-License Placement Coordinator: FNP
Dwbell@emory.edu

Monique Brown, MHA
Post-License Placement Coordinator: CRNA
Monique.brown@emory.edu

Jennifer Neely
Sr. Compliance and Graduate Student Credentialing Coordinator
Jennifer.neely@emory.edu

Lorita Bellamy
Graduate Student Credentialing Coordinator
Lorita.bellamy@emory.edu

Eliana Lillevik
Compliance Coordinator
Eliana.lillevik@emory.edu

Diminga Boglin
Sr. Affiliation Agreements Coordinator
Diminga.boglin@emory.edu

I’m interested in becoming a Clinical Instructor. Who should I contact?

Clinical Instructors play a vital role in educating our students at the bedside. We are looking for MSN prepared nurses with at least two years of experience, flexible schedules, clinical expertise and an enthusiasm for teaching. If you are interested, please send your resume and a cover letter to clinicalinstructor@emory.edu. This is a part-time paid position primarily working with undergraduate nursing students.

Programs Needed

We’re seeking preceptors for the following programs

  • Adult/Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
  • Adult/Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
  • Emergency Nurse Practitioner
  • Family Nurse Practitioner
  • Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
  • Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner  
  • Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
  • Nurse-Midwifery
  • Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner
  • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
  • Certified Registered Nurse Anesthesia (CRNA)

Become a Preceptor

Interested in learning more about becoming a preceptor? Fill out our online interest form and we will reach out with more information.

Preceptor Spotlight

"It has been a highlight of my 40+ year career to precept almost 300 students over the last 12 years, both in the Emergency Room, UrgentCare, and various field experiences. It is rewarding to help future providers with performing their first laceration repair, I and D, and orthopedic reduction. I most enjoy hearing from my previous students, often years later, of their own successes and now serving as preceptors themselves. They remember the things you say, or not say, the things you do, or not do. They most certainly remember. Precepting and teaching others is truly a passion. To have the opportunity to translate academia into real world practices especially during the last several years of challenges has been the most memorable yearsfor my career. I would encourage my colleagues and future practitioners to share your knowledge, skills, and passion for caring for those in need with the new generation of learners. It is one of the best investments you can ever make for your career and our profession. " -M. Allen McCullough, PHD, ENP, FNP, MS, MPA, MSN, CEM,NRP

Other Facts:

  • Clinical rotations are the time medical students spend as members of a medical team so they can learn what is involved with each medical specialty.
  • Nurse Practitioners are required to serve 600 hours of clinical rotations before they can take their NCLEX exam for licensure.

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