Deicke Center for Nursing Education
Clinical Experience
Real-world experience is a critical part of preparing for a nursing career. At Elmhurst, you'll benefit from our ideal location in a beautiful suburb 16 miles west of downtown Chicago. You'll enjoy abundant opportunities for clinical work in hospitals, public schools, community health centers, and more.
As a junior, senior, or graduate student, you'll spend time each week immersed in clinical practice where you'll see your classroom studies in action, work closely with faculty, and gain invaluable experience before graduation.
The Chicago area provides innumerable opportunities for clinical work in such areas as:
- Pediatrics
- Maternity units
- Operating rooms
- Public schools
- ICUs
- Emergency rooms
- Mental health units
- Oncology units
- Coronary care units
- Community health centers