Learn from Expert Practitioners
Dr. Dimitra Loukissa wants her students to get to know each other and their patients, regardless of their cultural background, so she includes diversity-related content into readings and discussions, and supports hands-on clinical care of patients from different backgrounds and parts of the globe.
Clinical Experience
Students will complete eight clinical rotations with corresponding courses in fundamentals, adult, obstetrics, psychology, pediatrics, advanced medicine, community health, and residency—all in hospitals and community sites recognized for nursing excellence in the Chicagoland area.
Where Graduates Work
- Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago
- Evanston Hospital
- Florida Hospital Tampa, Women’s Center
- NorthShore University HealthSystem
- Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago
- Swedish Hospital
- Mayo Clinic
Reasons to Choose North Park University
World-class City
We say “Chicago is our classroom,” because our city offers endless opportunities for hands-on learning, engaging with other cultures, and finding inspiration in art, entertainment, and cuisine.
Intercultural Community
Learn and live as part of a welcoming and diverse community with fellow students from around the world. Embracing Chicago as a cultural training ground, North Park equips graduates to be global citizens.
Hands-on Learning
At North Park, a 12:1 student-faculty ratio leads to a personalized classroom experience. Our city-centered curriculum also takes students outside the classroom, applying what they learn to real-life challenges.
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