The gift of mentorship: A qualitative study of a statewide mentoring program

Abstract

Learn specifics of how mentorship benefits both mentees and mentors. A qualitative study of participants in a statewide formal mentorship program allowed nurse leaders and aspiring nurse leaders to share their experiences. The perceptions of the participants highlight the effectiveness of this program.

Description

45th Biennial Convention 2019 Theme: Connect. Collaborate. Catalyze.

Authors

Theresa Wurmser
Mildred Ortu Kowalski

Author Details

Theresa Wurmser, PhD, MPH, RN, NEA-BC - Ann May Center for Nursing and Allied Health, Hackensack Meridian Health Network, Neptune, NJ, USA; Mildred Ortu Kowalski, PhD, RN, NE-BC, CCRP - Center for Nursing Innovation and Research, Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJ, USA

Sigma Membership

Lambda Delta

Lead Author Affiliation

Hackensack Meridian Health Network, Neptune City, New Jersey, USA

Type

Poster

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

N/A

Research Approach

Qualitative Research

Keywords:

Leadership Development, Mentorship Programs, Mentoring

Recommended Citation

Wurmser, Theresa and Kowalski, Mildred Ortu, "The gift of mentorship: A qualitative study of a statewide mentoring program" (2019). Convention. 92.
https://www.sigmarepository.org/convention/2019/posters_2019/92

Conference Name

45th Biennial Convention

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Washington, DC, USA

Conference Year

2019

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