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Purpose: The purpose of this article was to analyze impact of nurse mentorship programs on clinical competence in India. Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries. Findings: Nurse mentorship programs in India have been shown to improve clinical competence by up to 15%, notably enhancing technical proficiency and decision-making skills among new nurses. These programs bridge the gap between academic learning and practical application through hands-on training, simulation-based learning, and regular performance feedback. However, resource constraints and inconsistent implementation highlight the need for standardized mentor training and broader adoption across diverse healthcare settings Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Social learning theory, situated learning theory & transformational leadership theory may be used to anchor future studies on the impact of nurse mentorship programs on clinical competence in India. In practice, healthcare institutions should standardize mentorship protocols and incorporate advanced simulation tools to ensure consistency in training and continuous skill development. From a policy perspective, regulatory bodies should develop guidelines that mandate structured mentorship programs as a core component of nursing education and clinical practice.
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Suresh Chandra, 2025.
"Impact of Nurse Mentorship Programs on Clinical Competence in India,"
International Journal of Health, Medicine and Nursing Practice, CARI Journals Limited, vol. 7(1), pages 24-36.
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RePEc:bhx:ijhmnp:v:7:y:2025:i:1:p:24-36:id:2539
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