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Nursing, BSN

Clinical Practice

Apply new knowledge and build confidence by providing care in simulated health care environments. Use new technologies and software like augmented and virtual reality to learn and practice your clinical skills through immersive experiences.

Utilizing Immersive Learning

Nurses are essential members of the healthcare team, and one of my key goals is to ensure that we deliver dynamic and impactful learning experiences. Through immersive learning opportunities, students apply theory to practice, enhancing engagement and preparing students to navigate real-world challenges in safe learning environments."

Lynette V. Apen, DNP, RN, CNS, CNE Associate Dean, Nursing Academic Affairs and Faculty Development

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The Clinical Experience

Apply the theory, concepts, and principles of assessment and planning care for patients through the nursing process and scientific inquiry. You will use science, technology, and assessment skills to address health care needs for health promotion, disease and illness prevention, and determining the effectiveness of given expected care outcomes.

Our sites cover the Bay Area, including Marin County, San Jose, and East Bay. They have been carefully selected to ensure your learning experience. Nursing is delivered in many settings outside acute care, and we want to ensure that you are equipped with the skills to access the different opportunities for your professional journey.

Explore Our Clinical Locations

Benioff Children's Hospital

Our vision is to be the best provider of health care, the best place to work, and the best environment for teaching and research.

UCSF Benioff Childrens Hospital

Nurse Health Equity Scholars Program

The Nurse Health Equity Scholars Program is a unique, evidence-based approach to providing longitudinal clinical learning experiences in the public health sector—the first of its kind in California. Dive into public service and the work of a health care system. Learn to care for a diverse and high-needs population and demonstrate a commitment to health equity. All freshman and second-semester students are invited to apply.

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