In this section, you will find a checklist of things to discuss with your student in your initial meetings. This will help set the stage for a successful preceptorship.

• Decide on a start date/shift and meeting area.
• Exchange contact information.
• Access/familiarity to equipment: i.e. PYXIS, VAX, information technology (Tandem access), Smart pumps, Glucometer, unit entry for closed units, unit resources, procedure/policy manuals (print and online), etc.
• Accountability: protocol for leaving patient care area/unit i.e. staff breaks, meetings, etc.
• Charting: review of unit guidelines, chart documents
• Communication: patient shift report practices, computer usage, and social media
• Emergency Response Codes
• Goals of Care: designations/protocols
• Infection Precautions and Control: (includes Personal protective Equipment)
• Introductions to: unit manager, educators, nurse practitioner, unit allied staff, interdisciplinary health team members
• Medications: review unit guidelines, safe administration, and location/storage of unit/patient specific medications
• Physical unit Environment: orientate to unit i.e. ER cart, fire equipment, exchange carts, etc.
• Privacy and Security (RLS): reporting adverse events, close calls and hazards
• Roles and Responsibilities: review preceptor, student, instructor expectations/documentation procedures for student evaluations
• Safety Checks: student required certifications current
• Relevant policy and Procedures