Guidance and coaching in the advanced practice role differs from the RN role of teaching and coaching. According to Hamric (2014) guidance “is done by the nurse” (p. 185). Guidance by a registered nurse (RN) is defined as “the act of providing counsel by leading, directing, or advising”, also referred to as teaching (Hamric, 2014, p. 186). The RN often teaches “during bedside conversations” and “by providing prepared pamphlets or handouts” (Hamric, 2014, p. 185).
Guidance and coaching in the advanced practice role differs from the RN role of teaching and coaching. According…