Nursing Clinical Rotations, Nursing Practicums and Nurse Practitioner
We would like to take this opportunity to commend you for taking on this great journey as a future nurse and choosing Nicklaus Children’s Hospital for your clinical rotation and practicum experience. During your time at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital, you will gain a valuable and worthwhile experience with our nursing staff. We value your dedication to the nursing profession and wish you the best while you are on campus and in your journey as a future nurse.
Before you Begin
You must be approved by your college or university to do your clinical rotation or practicum at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital. Nurse Practitioner Students must secure a preceptor prior to submitting their requirements. Clinical rotations and practicum are approved only if they are done as part of your nursing program.
Once approved by your school, the school representative must request placement in CCPS for any nursing rotation or contact our Education Program/Internship Specialist by email at studentplacement@nicklaushealth.org for any Practicum rotations.
All students requesting to rotate at Nicklaus Children's Hospital must be enrolled in a credit program with an affiliated institution.
After Approval is Confirmed
- You must ensure to always sign-in and out with your assigned number/userID, when doing your clinical hours.
- Wear your school student ID at all times.
- Wear clean school approved uniform.
- Follow all the Nicklaus Children’s Hospital policies outlines in the Student Orientation Manual.
For Clinical Instructors:
- Review Nursing Student Experience Expectation with your clinical instructors on your first day of clinical.
For Practicum Nursing Students:
- Review and sign the Practicum Student Preceptor Checklist if completing a Nursing Practicum Rotation at Nicklaus Children's Hospital.
For Nurse Practitioner Students:
- To find preceptors review link to identify preferred area for the rotation.