Clinical placements

A practice assessor on a busy ward assesses the work of a nursing student on a clinical placement
Students

How can I secure time with my practice assessor on a busy shift?

Ease clinical placement worries by planning, communicating and showing empathy
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Paying nursing students on placement: close-up of several crisp £10, £20 and £50 notes
Clinical placements

Should nursing students be paid when they are on clinical placement?

It would ease financial pressures, but some say it may undermine the learning experience
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Clinical placements

I’ve seen outdated nursing practice on my placement – what should I do?

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Clinical placements

Common placement problems: red flags and how to handle them

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Clinical placements

Medicines: should students be taught how to administer a drug that reverses overdose?

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Clinical placements

Getting the most from handover: where is the best place to share information?

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Talking to patients about death: nursing student sits in silence at patient’s bedside
Clinical placements

Discussing death: experts’ tips on clear communication – and when to stay quiet 

What to do if you don’t feel ready to broach the topic, and how to manage your own emotions
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Clinical placements

Patient notes: record-keeping dos and don’ts for students

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Clinical placements

Patient risk assessment: a guide for students on the most-used tools

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Clinical placements

WhatsApp: is it ever safe for students to share professional information?

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Clinical placements

Feel you’re not good enough? Tips for students on building confidence

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Learning how to deliver handover: a nursing student checking patient records with a senior nurse as part of the handover process
Clinical placements

Nervous about giving handovers? Top tips for students on getting it right

Our panel’s insights to help you build confidence in this essential skill
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