Consider a Mentoring Partnership
Benefits include:
- expanded personal networks
- increased transference of expertise and experience
- increased ability to translate values and strategies into productive actions
- opportunity to invest in the future of WOC Nursing
- Accelerated development and growth (instead of trial by fire)
When establishing a mentoring partnership, consider WOC’s background, practice area and
available support systems in organization to develop key areas of focus and ensure a successful
experience and develop a timeline to keep you both on track.
Process for establishing a Mentoring Partnership within SCR organization
WOC mentoring partnerships may be established for the purpose of personal development,
career transition (first year as WOC nurse) and/or networking (during conference)
- WOCN member requests a mentor by visiting the SCR website and
clicking on MENTOR REQUEST FORM (request will be sent to Ad Hoc chair e‐mail)
- Directory of WOC nurses willing to be a mentor is available.
- Ad Hoc Chair is responsible for pairing Mentor and WOC member. If specific requirements
are known: geographical location and/or clinical practice area, they are considered.
References
ONS Connect‐ 2011 Career Guide. The Mentor Effect – How Your Career Can Benefit From
Mentoring. Pages 2‐5.
Sherman, R.O. & Murphy, N. (2009) The many merits of mentoring. American Nurse Today, 4.
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