Clinical placements
Can I refuse to care for a patient as a nursing student?
If and when refusal to treat may be acceptable on placement – and how to deal with issues
Leading change as a nursing student: how to develop an innovation
Award winner explains how she co-produced a relevant, helpful resource with patients
Community project placement: what will I learn and how do I get one?
These non-clinical placements help develop students’ understanding of health inequalities
Learning disability clinical placement: what experience will I gain?
Students in every field need to know how to support people with learning disabilities
Writing in a patient’s notes: tips for nursing students
How to ensure your record-keeping is legible, and what to do if you make a mistake
How to show leadership and organisation skills as a nursing student
Students on GP placement found ‘lost’ patients who were missing out on vital diabetes care
Welcome to your placement: how a ‘hello’ pack can help students feel at home
A nurse explains her idea to improve the learning experience for students and the team
What to expect from a clinical placement in a care home
Seize the chance to develop skills in person-centred care for people with complex needs
What to expect from a placement in social care
You’ll learn core skills in a nurse-led environment and support people in the community
Difficult placements: coping with a hostile practice assessor
What to do if you feel unsupported or risk not qualifying due to placement problems
What is supernumerary status and why does it need protecting?
With placements disrupted by the pandemic, some view students’ special status as under threat
What to expect from a clinical placement in a prison: tips from a nursing student
How the reality of prison healthcare challenged my preconceived ideas