One of the preceptor's most valuable contributions to the student's learning of the advanced practice role is imparting skill in interdisciplinary collaboration.  The student learns best by role modeling accompanied by later analysis of interdisciplinary encounters.  Through previous nursing experience the student has probably learned that each discipline and the patient and family as well have varying perspectives and priorities that make collaboration challenging.  Remember that the student and preceptor have some differing priorities and goals as well.  At times, conflicts may arise in the preceptor-student relationship that require collaboration.

Guide the student in recognizing the important ingredients (from the Advanced Practice Nurse perspective) to be obtained in interdisciplinary collaborations.  Facilitate the student in learning how to elicit those ingredients from those with whom you collaborate.  Assist the student in brainstorming with collaborative partners to create solutions that satisfy all parties involved.