This article explores the emotional and reflective journey of registered nurse Wendy McNair in her role as a mentor. This personal account illuminates her awareness of what makes a good mentor and how the role influences the student's perioperative experience. The information shared in this article has been extracted from her reflective portfolio created during a recent mentorship course at Edge Hill University (Manchester).

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