Question

nurse preceptors/mentors are frequently used to assist newly licensed nurses with the orientation process on the clinical unit.
a nurse manager is developing an orientation plan for newly licensed nurses. which of the following information should the manager include in the plan? select all that apply.
a skill proficiency
b assignment to a preceptor
c budgetary principles
d computerized charting
e socialization into unit culture
f facility policies and procedures

Explanation:

• Skill proficiency (A): Newly licensed nurses need to have their skills evaluated and enhanced during orientation.
• Assignment to a preceptor (B): As mentioned in the text, preceptors/mentors assist with orientation.
• Computerized charting (D): It is a key clinical - related skill that new nurses need to learn.
• Socialization into unit culture (E): Understanding the unit's culture helps new nurses integrate.
• Facility policies and procedures (F): Knowledge of these is essential for safe and proper practice.
• Budgetary principles (C): This is more relevant to managerial or administrative roles rather than the basic orientation of newly licensed nurses.

Answer:

A. Skill proficiency, B. Assignment to a preceptor, D. Computerized charting, E. Socialization into unit culture, F. Facility policies and procedures