MEMORIAL HOSPITAL WELCOMES WIU NURSING STUDENTS

Carthage, IL – 3/28/2023 – Memorial Hospital is proud to welcome a new group of nursing
students from Western Illinois University as they begin their clinical rotations. Memorial
Hospital is grateful to have the opportunity to work with students as they gain valuable real-
world patient care knowledge and experience.
During the course of the semester, students will have the opportunity to provide total care for
patients of all ages and backgrounds under the guidance of Memorial Hospital staff. Complete
patient care includes assisting with bathing and medications, calling providers, checking vital
signs, assessments, and more.
The nursing staff at Memorial Hospital truly believes that hands-on clinical experiences are
critical to any nursing education. They are committed to providing students with the resources
and support needed to succeed and become compassionate nurses. By providing nursing students
with the opportunity to learn from experienced medical professionals in a real-world setting,
Memorial Hospital is helping to prepare the next generation of healthcare leaders.
Memorial Hospital is also the host site for the West Central Illinois Area Health Education
Centers (AHEC). West Central Illinois AHEC partners with universities and healthcare
organizations to promote health careers, enrich learning environments, and provide professional
development opportunities for students. These activities support their goal of achieving equitable
health professionals and services distributed throughout the communities and regions in Illinois
and nationwide.
If you or someone you know is interested in job shadowing, interning, or clinical rotation at
Memorial Hospital, contact Mary Jane Clark at the West Central Illinois AHEC at (217) 357-
6832.