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Published on: February 16, 2011
Paying for nursing student clinical placements, ethical considerations
1University of Northern Colorado, Campus Box 125, Gunter Hall, Greeley, CO 80639, USA; St Anthony Hospital, 11600 W 2(nd) Place, Lakewood, CO 80228, USA.
Abstract:
Ethics is foundational to nursing practice, including the practice of nursing education. Many schools of nursing are struggling to find adequate clinical placements for students; the root causes of this shortage are complex. Although it has not historically been the practice, some schools of nursing are considering offering clinical agencies payment for this valuable resource. Given the importance of clinical experience in nursing education, relationships between schools of nursing and clinical agencies are crucial. This paper explores some of the advantages and disadvantages that may present if schools of nursing pay clinical agencies to host nursing students, specifically pre-licensure students. Prior to establishing such relationships, schools of nursing and clinical agencies should carefully consider this decision. Questions informed by the American Nurses Association Code of Ethics and the National League for Nursing Ethical Principles for Nursing Education are provided as examples.
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