12/22/2025
Earlier this month, we celebrated the amazing nurse preceptors at MSK, who play a special role in shaping the next generation of MSK nurses.
Through MSK's Preceptor Development Program, nurse preceptors guide their preceptees through the complexities of oncology care, help them build confidence, and introduce them to the collaborative, compassionate culture that defines nursing at MSK.
For Claire, who has been a nurse at MSK for over six years, a key part of her approach is helping new nurses understand not just how to perform a task, but why MSK does things the way it does.
“Our policies are impressive because of the research and collaboration behind them,” she says. “When new nurses see the thought and expertise that shape our practice, it makes it easier for them to understand the ‘why’ — and it makes them eager to be part of it.”
For Antonina, who has been at MSK for five years, a cornerstone of her mentoring philosophy is helping new nurses understand the purpose behind MSK's policies and practices — something she believes is essential for developing strong clinical judgment.
"I love being a preceptor because I remember how much it meant to have someone support me when I was new," Antonina says. "What keeps me coming back is watching nurses grow, seeing them become more confident, and starting to trust themselves."
We thank our MSK nurse preceptors for sharing their knowledge and for their commitment to delivering exceptional care for every patient, every day!
