S.D. Admin. R. 20:48:07:34

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 67, December 16, 2024

Section 20:48:07:34 - Preceptors

Clinical preceptors may be used to enhance clinical learning experiences after a student has received clinical and didactic instruction in a specific clinical area as defined in § 20:48:07:30(3) or 20:48:07:30.1. When preceptors are used in the nursing program, the following criteria must be demonstrated:

(1) Preceptors are utilized in a supportive role to the program faculty. The program retains ultimate responsibility for student learning and evaluation;

(2) Policies are developed by the nursing education program for the selection, evaluation, and reappointment of preceptors;

(3) Preceptors are licensed at or above the level for which the student is preparing. Written qualifications are developed which address licensure, educational preparation, experience, and competence in nursing practice for the level of nursing education being offered;

(4) Preceptors receive information and orientation regarding:

(a) The program's philosophy;

(b) Purpose and outcomes;

(c) Curriculum;

(d) Pertinent policies and procedures;

(e) Learning objectives for the clinical or practicum experience;

(f) The role and responsibilities of the preceptors, students, and the nursing program faculty;

(g) The evaluation procedure and forms to be used; and

(h) Any information regarding the individual student's knowledge, abilities, and skills which is needed to assure safe client care;

(5) The rationale for the ratio of students to preceptors is documented by the program;

(6) Written procedures are developed and implemented for the faculty to take responsibility for students when preceptors are unavailable, and

(7) Advanced practice nursing preceptors practice in a comparable role, focus or specialty area as the students area of study.

S.D. Admin. R. 20:48:07:34

18 SDR 107, effective 12/30/1991; 31 SDR 26, effective 9/8/2004; 45 SDR 009, effective 7/30/2018

General Authority: SDCL 36-9-21(8), 36-9A-41.

Law Implemented: SDCL 36-9-58, 36-9A-5, 36-9A-21.1.