Becoming a Preceptor

If you are interested in becoming a preceptor for The Ohio State University College of Nursing, please contact Nicole Gragson Bodnar, Clinical Placement Assistant Director, at gragsonbodnar.1@osu.edu.


As a preceptor, you are a role model, mentor and teacher for the next generation of advanced practice nurses and clinical nurse leaders. Students gain valuable, real-world experience through your mentorship and guidance. Preceptors say that interacting with our graduate nursing students often provides new insights and perspectives on patient-centered, evidenced-based care. Students appreciate the relationships created with preceptors and the invaluable opportunities to gain hands-on experience, develop their skills, and engage with patients.

We have opportunities for preceptorships in the following practice areas:

  • Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
  • Adult Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist
  • Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
  • Family Nurse Practitioner
  • Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
  • Nurse Midwifery
  • Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
  • Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
  • Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
  • Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner
Preceptor Requirements
  • Preceptors must have at least one year of experience in their population-focused field.
  • The College of Nursing will need an Educational Affiliation Agreement with your site.
  • We will need a copy of your CV or resume.