Successful Mentoring in Nursing

Liz Aston was an Associate Professor and Lead for Practice Learning in the Division of Nursing at the University of Nottingham until September 2013. Her professional interests lie in practice education and developing systems to make practice learning effective for students. In particular her focus was on the student experience, mentor support and preparation. Paula Hallam is Lecturer and Deputy Lead for Practice Learning at the University of Nottingham. Her professional interests are focused in practice education, primarily the development and support of mentors, and clinical supervision.

• IntroductionThe development of mentorshipAdopting a lifelong learning approach to mentoringPreparing for studentsStudents at different levels in their courseAssessment of practice learningThe challenging studentDisability issuesThe sign-off mentor roleEvaluating the practice learning experience

This is a well thought through guide for a nurse mentor as a novice or requiring a refresher. The authors have researched this subject well and make no assumptions on the reader by starting at the beginning and defining what a mentor is and what constitutes a good learning environment. This book allows the reader to either use the whole book as a guide or to be able to select a specific subject or chapter to focus on.  [It] is so easy to follow and is well set out and makes good and accurate reference to the nursing and midwifery council (NMC). [...] Such a valuable guide [...] is a must for both the novice and experienced mentor.