Nursing Resources
Affiliated Clinical Partners
Guidance for organizations that support supervised nursing learning experiences with University Of Justice (USJ).
Partnership Framework
A Shared Commitment to Learning
Clinical partnerships help connect nursing education with safe, supervised practice. USJ works collaboratively with affiliated organizations to align learning opportunities, site expectations, and student support with applicable institutional and clinical standards.
Collaborative planning
Student readiness
Practice-based learning
Ongoing communication
Partner Responsibilities
What Partners Need to Know
Placement Coordination
Coordinate available learning experiences, site capacity, and appropriate points of contact with USJ.
Onboarding Documentation
Review and communicate site-specific onboarding, access, orientation, and compliance documentation processes.
Supervision
Support clear supervision arrangements that protect patient safety and promote meaningful student learning.
Evaluation
Provide timely, objective feedback through the evaluation process established for the placement.
Communication
Maintain prompt communication with USJ regarding scheduling, student progress, concerns, or changes at the site.
Safety Reporting
Follow organizational procedures for safety concerns and incident reporting, and notify USJ as appropriate.
Placement Coordination Process
The following framework supports orderly coordination while allowing site-specific procedures and requirements to guide each placement.
01
Discuss Capacity
Confirm the learning environment, anticipated capacity, and appropriate coordination contacts.
02
Align Documentation
Identify required agreements, onboarding materials, and compliance documentation before placement activity begins.
Clinical learning is strongest when academic and practice partners communicate early, clearly, and consistently.
03
Prepare Students
Share approved site expectations, orientation information, and supervision arrangements with assigned students.
04
Review and Improve
Use feedback, evaluations, and reported concerns to support continuous improvement in the partnership.