Nursing work experience?

im nearly 17 and would like to do a degree in nursing at university but would like some experience in a hospital with children. Is this possible, what with guidlines etc. Does any one know the rules, would I be able to follow round a nurse or just play with children in the hospital etc
Thanks

You could try applying for a nursing assistant in that area of the hospital or apply as patient care technician, you may need to take a short class to do that job, though.

You can look at volunteer programs at your local hospitals. Also, when you're volunteering, let the nurses know that you are considering nursing a career. Be warned, nurses are rather infamous for "eating our young", but there are always nurses around who love to teach.

In addition, getting your CNA certification doesn't take long (I think you have to be 18. Not sure, but I know lot of young people do it in the summer after high school). Being a CNA gives you some great experience on the floor and the hours can be flexible enough for you to work part time while in school.

Good luck!

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