As a Student Nurse in Clinicals, Never Forget These things to do
Check vital signs
Make beds (occupied & unoccupied)
Help with bathing & hygiene
Assist in wound dressing (with supervision)
Feed patients who need help
Administer medication (under supervision!)
Monitor intake & output of patients
Document EVERYTHING
Give health talks
Assist in minor procedures
Observe & report changes
Keep the environment clean
Do catheter care
Give bedside reports
Be a comforting presence
Please note: Nursing is all about practicals, as you are mastering your theory, also be good at practice
Be visible. Be teachable. Be intentional.
Your clinicals are the foundation of your nursing journey!