The Nurse Externship significantly influenced my learning through hands-on clinical experience with a preceptor, exposure to diverse patient conditions, and the practice of fundamental nursing tasks such as pain assessment and medication administration. Navigating the Epic system and using barcode scanning for patient safety enhanced by technical skills, while (patient) assignments deepened my research and academic abilities. Preceptor feedback and real-world application of classroom knowledge bolstered my confidence and professional identity, making me more proficient and prepared for my future nursing career.
Nurse Extern, Summer 2024
I cannot recommend this enough. I learned so much, the ability to take skills you learn in skills lab and put them into practice is so helpful. You become so confident in things you never thought you were capable of. I started making connections from my lecture classes as I began to see them. It’s hard to learn without practicing and this allowed me those connections.
Nurse Extern, Summer 2024
The Nurse Externship…inspired me to continue learning by demonstrating the real-world impact of nursing on patient outcomes, which fueled my passion for the profession. Hands-on clinical experiences and the diverse patient cases I encountered highlighted the ever-evolving nature of healthcare and the importance of lifelong learning. The supportive guidance from my preceptor and the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge in practical settings built my confidence and motivated me to seek further knowledge and skills.
Nurse Extern, Summer 2024
The Nurse Externship…supported an inclusive learning environment by offering diverse clinical experiences that exposed me to various patient backgrounds and conditions, promoting cultural competence and empathy. The hands-on nature of the course allowed for individualized learning pace and style, accommodating different levels of prior knowledge and experience. Preceptor guidance and feedback were tailored to my specific needs, fostering a supportive and adaptive learning atmosphere.
Nurse Extern, Summer 2024
Throughout the course of this externship, I have grown so much as a person and as a nursing student. The experiences and situations which we are exposed to are invaluable and irreplaceable. The clinical experience to our application skills to the next level. We really expanded upon the curriculum taught in classes and gained skills that we would not have otherwise. I feel so much more confident and prepared to start as a new grad nurse!
Nurse Extern, Summer 2023
I am so much more confident in my clinical skills, critical reasoning, and communication abilities!
Nurse Extern, Summer 2023
My mentors helped shape me into a very well-rounded student this summer. I felt like they really challenged me throughout the 10 weeks and gave me more responsibilities each week. They always took the time to teach me and answer my questions.
Nurse Extern, Summer 2023
I really appreciate everything my preceptors have taught me throughout this experience. They helped me build confidence in nursing assessments and skills.
Nurse Extern, Summer 2023
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), and post-graduate APRN certificate programs at the University of Missouri-St. Louis are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, (202) 887-6791. The baccalaureate degree program is approved by the Missouri Board of Nursing; all programs are approved by the Higher Learning commission.
