0189 - CampRN

Course Description

Discover Your Future in Nursing!

The Oakland University School of Nursing invites high school students to participate in an exciting, hands-on Nursing Summer Camp designed for students who have completed their sophomore year and are interested in exploring careers in health care.

This immersive, multi-day experience provides participants with a unique opportunity to learn directly from registered nurses and faculty while engaging in interactive activities that introduce the knowledge, skills, and professional values of nursing.

What You’ll Experience

Participants will:

• Explore diverse nursing careers, including hospital, community, pediatric, and advanced practice roles
• Learn about nursing education pathways
• Practice real-world clinical skills in OU’s state-of-the-art simulation labs
• Participate in hands-on activities such as:
  • Vital signs assessment
  • Wound care and dressing changes
  • PPE use and infection prevention
  • CPR and patient care simulations
• Work collaboratively with peers in team-based challenges and simulations
• Engage in reflective activities that build confidence and support career exploration

Who Should Apply

• High school students (typically ages 15–17)
• Students who have completed their sophomore year
• Individuals interested in nursing, health care, or helping professions

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