Influencing Factors of New Nurses’ Competency Following Participation in a Preceptorship Program: Cross-Sectional Study

The mentoring method, preceptor commitment, and preceptor competency were identified as the factors that most strongly influence new nurses' competency. These results can be used to develop more effective preceptor programs. An effective preceptorship program requires preceptors who demonstrate both professional competence and personal characteristics. Preceptors have to possess adequate knowledge and skills to support the development of new nurses' competency.