Recognitions & Celebrations

Participating VUMC Hospitals: • VUH • Monroe Carell • VPH • VWCH • VBCH • VTHH

Who is Eligible to be Nominated?

Both licensed and non-licensed roles 
(e.g. APRN, PA, RN, LPN, CP, MA, PCT, PM, PMD, EMT, EMT-P, OT, PT, etc.)

Based on your nominations, each hospital will present four awards to Preceptors who possess distinguished attributes in helping new staff or students as role models in these categories:

EVALUATOR

•  Sets clear goals
•  Shadows work, checks skills, tracks progress
•  Provides feedback
•  Encourages self-learning reflection
 

TEACHER

•  Explains things clearly
•  Illustrates how to perform tasks
•  Helps to ensure understanding
•  Shares knowledge
•  Answers questions

PROTECTOR

•  Ensures a safe work environment
•  Acts as a guide to avoid mistakes
•  Provides resolution support
•  Advocates for self and orientee
 

FACILITATOR

•  Teaches through guidance
•  Answers questions
•  Provides resources
•  Creates a supportive learning environment
•  Provides practice opportunities

Awards open June 2 - June 30, 2025


 

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