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This research aims to assess an undergraduate externship integrating IACRN curriculum to enhance clinical research nursing knowledge and skills.

162 Training the next generation of clinical research nurses

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This research aims to assess an undergraduate externship integrating IACRN curriculum to enhance clinical research nursing knowledge and skills.
Conducted an 8-week externship involving rising junior nursing students annually at Rockefeller University (2022–2025).
Incorporated lectures, IRB simulation, rotations in diverse departments, and mandatory training modules.
Evaluated effectiveness through pre- and post-testing, knowledge exams, and mentor ratings.
Externs' knowledge scores increased from 58-70% pretest to 73-86% post-test, reflecting a gain of ~20 points.
Surveys indicated improved understanding of informed consent and protocol design.
Mentors rated externs as 'Good' to 'Excellent' in professionalism, adaptability, and teamwork.

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Randomized trial evaluates the impact of an externship on clinical research nursing knowledge and career readiness.

Capili et al. (2026) studied this question.

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