Donaghy, P and Arnold, M (2023) Implementing civic engagement placements for nursing students in community organisations: a pilot project. Primary Health Care, 34 (5). ISSN 0264-5033

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Abstract

Non-clinical placements for nursing students may be beneficial in preparing students for providing care in integrated environments, supporting a focus on health promotion and increasing placement capacity. This article discusses the benefits and challenges of implementing the Clinical Placement Expansion Programme (CPEP) using a long-arm supervision model. Non-clinical practice learning opportunities were developed in partnership with local community organisations, in a spirit of civic engagement. As a result of these placements, nursing students developed their understanding of health inequalities, vulnerable populations and the effects of asset-based community development, while contributing positively to the activities of the organisation through involvement in wellbeing initiatives. The placements also improved students’ well-being, enhanced their knowledge of services and enabled them to experience alternative leadership models. To implement a civic engagement strategy for future healthcare professionals, further research is necessary to develop a sustainable framework for non-clinical placements. Additionally, universities will need to expand civic partnerships to affirm their role as anchor institutions for health in the community.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	1110 Nursing
Subjects:	R Medicine > RT Nursing
Divisions:	Nursing and Advanced Practice
Publisher:	RCN Publishing (RCNi)
SWORD Depositor:	A Symplectic
Date Deposited:	08 Oct 2024 13:18
Last Modified:	08 Oct 2024 13:30
DOI or ID number:	10.7748/phc.2023.e1813
URI:	https://researchonline.ljmu.ac.uk/id/eprint/24434

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