At ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ, clinical education is a cornerstone of the nursing program—designed to prepare students for the full scope of today’s complex healthcare environment. What sets ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ apart is the diverse range of clinical experiences available through our unique location: a rural setting with close proximity to large healthcare systems.
Our students gain hands-on experience in a wide variety of clinical environments, including:
Community Hospitals
Rural, Critical-Access Hospitals
Tertiary, Level 1 Trauma Academic Medical Centers
Public Health Departments
Community Health Centers
Mental Health and Behavioral Health Agencies
K-12 Schools and Educational Settings
This combination of rural and urban clinical placements ensures that ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ nursing students are exposed to a broad spectrum of patient populations, healthcare systems, and practice settings. Whether caring for individuals in small, close-knit communities or working within high-acuity hospital systems, students are prepared to deliver high-quality, culturally responsive, and evidence-based care.
In addition to real-world clinical placements, students sharpen their skills in our state-of-the-art simulation laboratory. Simulation experiences allow students to practice clinical judgment, technical skills, and communication in a safe, supportive, and realistic learning environment—bridging the gap between classroom instruction and direct patient care.
By the time they graduate, ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ nursing students are confident, adaptable, and ready to transition into any area of nursing practice they choose. Our clinical education model ensures graduates are not only well-prepared, but also well-rounded and highly sought after by employers across the healthcare continuum.
600 Lincoln Avenue, Charleston, IL 61920
217-581-7165
217-581-7049
jnghast@eiu.edu
600 Lincoln Avenue
217-581-7166
217-581-7049
rmclapp2@eiu.edu