Abstract
Objective: To link monitoring as a teaching initiation space. Methods: Integrative literature review based on data collection from secondary sources and bibliographic survey carried out through the following databases: Latin American and Caribbean Health Sciences Literature (LILACS), Scientific Electronic Library Online (SciELO) and Nursing Database (BDENF). Results: As a final sample, 10 articles were selected to be used in this study. It was found that when acting as a monitor the student creates opportunities and stands out in the academic environment due to the wealth of knowledge and experiences acquired, the monitoring is configured as an important activity performed during graduation, in addition to being an alternative form of pedagogical work. Final considerations: There was a notable lack of published studies on the theme, which denotes the lack of encouragement, vacancies, or interest of students in programs such as monitoring during graduation. Being a monitor allows the student to see an area of performance beyond assistance, offering a holistic view of acting in the context of knowledge multiplier, in addition to introducing it in the forms and didactic methods that are of paramount importance for the performance of nurses in several areas.