Precepting Students with the College of Nursing

Preceptors play an important role in the education of our students. Our dedicated preceptors help us provide a rich learning environment for our students. Please check this page often for information about precepting students and the benefits of precepting for the College of Nursing.

Preceptors –

You can earn 12 CEUs by precepting one student for a minimum of 120 hours. This has been approved by the Iowa Board of Nursing, effective January 2018. The College of Nursing will send you a certificate confirming hours and student you were a preceptor for that serves as your documentation. 

If you are interested in becoming a preceptor for the University of Iowa College of Nursing, please email Angela Melsa Worrell, Clinical Program Coordinator at angela-melsaworrell@uiowa.edu

Learn about the College of Nursing  

Learn about our academic programs

Opportunities for precepting
 

Precepting requirements

Preceptors may enjoy the following:

  • Invitation to preceptor appreciation events
  • Letters of reference upon request
  • Certificates of appreciation
  • Opportunities to network
  • Opportunities to teach
  • Opportunities to conduct research

Additionally, as a thank you, long-term preceptors with the University of Iowa College of Nursing may qualify for the following options:

  • Access to Hardin Health Sciences Library
  • Adjunct appointment
  • Access to faculty development seminars at the College of Nursing

Resources to consider:

Learn more about precepting at the University of Iowa College of Nursing
Meet the Clinical Coordinator