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Partnering Professionals for CVD Prevention
PCNA Mentoring Program
Welcome to PCNA’s Partnering Professionals for CVD Prevention (P3)! This new program was launched to promote the development and exercise the leadership skills of cardiovascular nurses. Being mentored and mentoring should be a lifelong activity to enhance career success. Many successful leaders are mentors, and many are still being mentored.
Who are P3 mentors?
P3 mentors are PCNA Fellows, recognized leaders in cardiovascular prevention who have made significant contributions to clinical practice, education, policy, and research. They are committed to the mission of PCNA and are willing to share their expertise to promote the career development of other cardiovascular nurses.
How are mentors and mentees partnered?
Mentees are asked to search the P3 database of available mentors and select two mentors based on their profile and potential to meet the mentees needs. The P3 Steering Committee will match mentees with a selected mentor and initiate introduction by email. The mentee will be responsible for organizing the first meeting and driving the relationship forward. For more information about the P3 program and tips for a successful mentoring relationship, please review the P3 Mentoring Handbook.
Types of mentoring available in the P3 Program:
Advocacy: affecting change at the local, state, and federal level with respect to the policies, regulations, and programs that impact preventive cardiovascular nursing practice and CVD prevention.
View Bios of Advocacy Mentors
Scholarship: enhance skills in writing abstracts, publishing, creating posters, and giving professional presentations.
View Bios of Scholarship Mentors
Career: advice related to career advancement, clinical practice, achieving leadership positions, or choosing an advanced degree.
Behavioral Counseling: enhance skills in motivational interviewing and related behavioral counseling strategies to promote positive health behaviors in others.
View Bios of Behavioral Counseling Mentors
Who should apply?
PCNA members who are interested in learning from experienced CVD professionals in areas such as (but not limited to): advocacy, scholarship, career, and behavioral counseling (see descriptions above).
In order to qualify for P3, mentees must:
- Be a member of PCNA
- Possess the desire to invest time and energy in order to benefit fully from the experience
- Be willing to participate in periodic program evaluations upon request
- Complete and submit a short application
Please email info@pcna.net or call 608-250-2440 with any questions about the P3 Program.
