The Value of Mentorship Within Nursing Organizations
Nursing ForumPublished 1 October 2005
Linda Marie Block, Colleen Claffey, Marcia K. Korow, Ruth McCaffrey
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An overview of recent research on the value mentoring has for participants and healthcare organizations is offered and guidelines for implementation are recommended.
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This paper offers an overview of recent research on the value mentoring has for participants and healthcare organizations. The components of successful mentorship programs are discussed, and guidelines for implementation are recommended.
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MedicineHealth ProfessionsNursing
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