Abstract

This research study examined the views of nursing leaders of professionalism in ward based registered nurses. Two attributes of professionalism identified were mentoring and role modelling. Formalised ongoing peer to peer mentoring programs for all staff, will result in positive individual and organisational outcomes.

Authors

Gina M. Mata

Author Details

Gina M. Mata, MSN, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Edith Cowan University, Perth, Australia

Sigma Membership

Psi Alpha at-Large

Type

Poster

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

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Research Approach

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Keywords:

Mentoring, Professionalism, Role Modeling

Conference Name

29th International Nursing Research Congress

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Melbourne, Australia

Conference Year

2018

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The Importance of Role Modelling and Mentoring to Nursing Professionalism

Melbourne, Australia

This research study examined the views of nursing leaders of professionalism in ward based registered nurses. Two attributes of professionalism identified were mentoring and role modelling. Formalised ongoing peer to peer mentoring programs for all staff, will result in positive individual and organisational outcomes.