Clinical placement

Leading change as a nursing student: how to develop an innovation

The RCN Nursing Student 2023 award winner explains how she co-produced a resource to help

06 Dec 2023
Clinical placement in theatres: what should I expect and how can I make the most of it?

The perioperative setting is a dynamic environment where you will deepen your knowledge of

30 Nov 2022
Welcome to your placement: how a ‘hello’ pack can help students feel at home

Incivility from staff or feeling unwelcome won’t make for an effective learning experience

30 Sep 2022
Difficult placements: coping with a hostile practice assessor

What to do if you feel unsupported, face undermining comments or risk not qualifying due t

08 Jul 2022
What is supernumerary status and why does it need protecting?

Students on placement are not counted as part of the workforce, but with access to this cl

27 May 2022
What to expect from a clinical placement in a prison: tips from a nursing student

As a nursing student, a prison placement may seem daunting, but you’ll learn a range of NM

04 May 2022
What to expect on an emergency department clinical placement

The ED is a dynamic learning environment where you can develop your communication, wound m

24 Mar 2022

Reflections on the unforgettable experience of front-line practice during the pandemic

16 Apr 2021

Clinical placements in criminal justice settings offer a wide spectrum of nursing experien

19 Mar 2021
COVID-19: why I’m glad I faced my fears and opted for extended clinical placement anyway

I have learned so much about being a nurse by working in a great ED team during the pandem

10 Jun 2020

A day spent shadowing a paramedic helped a student to appreciate t

11 Apr 2018

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