Benefits of mentoring
The strengths and benefits of mentoring arise from the
reciprocal and mutually beneficial relationship that is
developed between the mentor and the mentee.
For example, as a result of the mentoring
relationship mentees receive support and encouragement which
enables them to further develop their confidence and professional
identity, increasing their satisfaction with nursing as
a career. Benefits for the mentor include the personal satisfaction
and fulfillment that arises from supporting and assisting
another member of the profession in their development.The
mentoring process encourages the development of leadership
skills and advancing the mentees vision not only for their
individual success but also for the future of nursing as
a profession (Owens & Patton, 2003).
Quotes from Mentees
"My mentor helped me to identify career and other opportunities
that sometimes I otherwise wouldn't have realised I was
ready for."
"… it gave me support to make
some really key decisions about my career development gave
me and the impetus to take on more responsibility."
"…it was a place to take those
tricky questions that plagued me in the middle of the night."
"…the relationship with my mentor
helped extend my nursing networks."
