AIMMC Preceptor Workshop 2026

Chicago, IL US
October 21, 2026

The AIMMC Preceptor Workshop is an interactive workshop designed for both new and experienced preceptors to strengthen coaching, communication, and feedback skills while building on Enterprise foundational leadership and development concepts. Participants will explore practical tools and strategies to support learners, foster critical thinking, and guide teammates through orientation and professional growth. Through discussion, scenario-based activities, and real-world application, preceptors will build confidence in creating a positive and effective learning environment that promotes professional growth and clinical excellence.

*Learners must attend a Preceptor Essentials course hosted by Enterprise prior to attending the course.

 

This conference is being held in person.

NOTE: Please note this activity will be presented 8:00am – 10:00am CST / 9:00am - 11:00am EST

Target Audience

This course is intended for nurses.

Learning Objectives

At the end of this session, learners should be able to:

  1. Describe the roles and responsibilities of a Preceptor.
  2. Demonstrate working knowledge of how to access and apply orientation checklists.
  3. Develop effective coaching and feedback skills.
  4. Identify one strategy learned that you will apply to your practice following the workshop.

Course summary

Available credit: 
  • 2.00 Attendance
    Attendance Credit
  • 2.00 Continuing Nursing Education (CE)
    Aurora Health Care is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the Wisconsin Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. 2.00 contact hours have been awarded to this activity by the Wisconsin Nursing Association. To receive contact hours, participants must attend the entire activity.
Course opens: 
10/05/2026
Course expires: 
12/31/2026
Event starts: 
10/21/2026 - 8:00am CDT
Event ends: 
10/21/2026 - 10:00am CDT
Cost:
$0.00
Rating: 
0

Time

Program (Topic and Speakers)

 

8:00-8:05 a.m.

     Welcome, Ground Rules, Prerequisites, Overview & Learning Objectives
Sarah Zimmerman BSN, RN-BC

Assistant Clinical Manager, 8CDU, Illinois Masonic Medical Center

Nicole Guido BSN, RN, PCCN

Assistant Manager, 8CDU, Illinois Masonic Medical Center

Jacquelyn Kramer BSN, RN

Staff Nurse, 9 Tower, Illinois Masonic Medical Center

Katarina Savic BSN, RN, PMH-BC

Staff Nurse, 631, Illinois Masonic Medical Center

8:05-8:15 a.m.

Mentimeter: Orientation Experience & Characteristics of Effective Preceptors

Sarah Zimmerman BSN, RN-BC

Assistant Clinical Manager, 8 CDU, Illinois Masonic Medical Center

8:15-8:25 a.m.

Preceptor Roles, Responsibilities & Attributes

Nicole Guido BSN, RN, PCCN

Assistant Clinical Manager, 8 CDU, Illinois Masonic Medical Center

8:25-8:45 a.m.

Adult Learning Principles, VAK Assessment & Benner Model

Sarah Zimmerman BSN, RN-BC

Assistant Clinical Manager, 8 CDU, Illinois Masonic Medical Center

8:45-9:00 a.m.

Orientation Checklist and Preceptor Guide

Jacquelyn Kramer BSN, RN

Staff Nurse, 8 Tower, Illinois Masonic Medical Center

9:00-9:15 a.m.

Handoff Between Preceptors

Katarina Savic BSN, RN, PMH-BC

Staff Nurse, 631, Illinois Masonic Medical Center

9:15-9:20 a.m.

Break

9:20-9:30 a.m.

Coaching & Feedback Essentials

Katarina Savic BSN, RN, PMH-BC

Staff Nurse, 631, Illinois Masonic Medical Center

9:25-9:55 a.m.

Simulation Practice & Debrief

Jaquelyn Kramer BSN, RN

Staff Nurse, 8 Tower, Illinois Masonic Medical Center

9:55-10:00 a.m.

Key Takeaways, Commitment to Practice & Evaluation

Nicole Guido BSN, RN, PCCN

Assistant Clinical Manager, 8 CDU, Illinois Masonic Medical Center

Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center
836 W. Wellington Ave
SICU Conference Room
Chicago, IL 60657
United States

Faculty
 

  • Nicole Guido BSN, RN, PCCN; Assistant Clinical Manager, Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center
  • Sarah Zimmerman BSN, RN-BC; Assistant Clinical Manager, Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center
  • Katarina Savic BSN, RN, PMH-BC; Staff Nurse, Behavioral Health, Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center
  • Jackeline Kramer BSN, RN; Staff Nurse, 9 Tower MedSurge, Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center

 

Disclosure
 

The planner(s) and speaker(s) have indicated that there are no relevant financial relationships with any ineligible companies to disclose.

Accreditation Statement


In support of improving patient care, Advocate Health is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

 

Credit Statement(s)

American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) 
Advocate Health designates this live activity for a maximum of 2.00 ANCC contact hours. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. 

Available Credit

  • 2.00 Attendance
    Attendance Credit
  • 2.00 Continuing Nursing Education (CE)
    Aurora Health Care is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the Wisconsin Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. 2.00 contact hours have been awarded to this activity by the Wisconsin Nursing Association. To receive contact hours, participants must attend the entire activity.

Price

Cost:
$0.00
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How to Register
 

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Participation Options
 

This course is available to Advocate Health providers (employed and independent) and team members only. 


For Further Information
 

If you have any questions regarding the conference, please contact Jennifer Mueller at [email protected]

If you have any questions regarding registration, please contact the IPCE Office at [email protected]

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