WELCOME MENTEES! I hope you are eager to begin on choosing a path that feels right for you and please keep in mind the time of our Mentors is valuable and at times rare. Please take the time to fill out this Google form below if you would like to be connected with a mentor. Inside of the form, there will be a few questions to help the mentors get an idea of the type of nurse you want to be and the field that you would like to be in.
Mentee Expectations and Responsibilities:
As a mentee in the UW Nursing Mentorship Program, you will be paired with an experienced nursing student or nursing professional who will serve as your guide and support system. Your participation includes:
• Actively engaging in regular meetings with your mentor (minimum 1-2 times per month)
• Coming prepared to meetings with specific questions or topics you'd like to discuss
• Being respectful of your mentor's time and responding to communications promptly
• Maintaining an open mind and willingness to learn from your mentor's experiences
• Taking initiative in scheduling meetings and maintaining contact with your mentor
• Following through on advice and recommendations provided by your mentor
• Maintaining professionalism and confidentiality in all interactions
• Providing feedback to help improve the mentorship program
Benefits of Having a Mentor:
• Academic Support: Get guidance on navigating coursework, study strategies, and time management
• Career Guidance: Learn about different nursing specialties and career paths
• Professional Development: Build networking skills and learn about professional organizations
• Emotional Support: Receive encouragement and reassurance during challenging times
• Insider Knowledge: Gain insights about nursing school expectations, clinical rotations, and NCLEX preparation
• Resource Access: Learn about scholarships, internships, and other opportunities
• Confidence Building: Develop self-assurance through mentorship and support
• Personal Growth: Enhance communication and relationship-building skills
Mentee Registration:
Ready to begin your mentorship journey? Complete this Mentee Registration form to be matched with an experienced nursing student mentor who shares your interests and career goals.
Mentee Response Data:
All mentee registration form responses are automatically collected and stored in our secure Google Sheet database. The mentorship coordination team can access the complete list of mentee applications, review responses, and manage the matching process through the linked spreadsheet.
FORM: Mentee Registration
Note: Access to the response sheet is restricted to authorized program administrators only. All mentee information is kept confidential and used solely for program coordination and mentor matching purposes. Subsequent Mentor-Mentee pairing will occur bi-weekly or monthly, depending on time. Thank you for being patient with us at this time. If we are ever taking too long for you just shoot us an email. :)