79 3.1.2 Teaching and Learning Skills

NPs are continuously learning and also support with others learning.

NPs also support with mentoring of both staff and NP colleagues.

Mentoring requires the following skills & attributes:

• Effective communication skills
• Patience
• An ability to guide and motivate mentees with non-judgmental feedback

Key techniques to mentoring success include:

• Frame of reference
• Preparation
• Communication techniques
• Culture of safety

In LTC, NPs support education with staff including registered and allied health care professionals, residents, families & caregivers. Education needs within LTC can include:

• Fine tuning physical assessment skills
• Developing/expanding critical thinking skills
• Applying knowledge to practice
• Procedural education/support
• Infection prevention and control

In terms of education, the following are effective methods to support teaching & learning in LTC:

• One-on-one
• Written materials
• Group teaching
• Videos and online content