What is job shadowing at The Nebraska Medical Center?

Job shadowing at The Nebraska Medical Center is an opportunity for an individual, age 16 and older, to observe and learn aspects about the world of work in a health care setting. The experience permits the program participant to gain an understanding of a typical day for an employee, and the skills necessary to complete the work required. The job shadow program is designed to promote the health care professions while safeguarding the patient's privacy.

How do I job shadow at The Nebraska Medical Center?

• Determine area of interest. Please note: not every area of the health system allows shadowing, including but not limited to: Adult Intensive Care Unit, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Burn Unit, Surgery Department and Adult Crisis Unit.
  • Nursing
  • LDRP
  • Physical Therapy
  • Occupational Therapy
  • Pharmacy
  • Radiology
  • Emergency Department
  • Geriatrics
  • Respiratory Therapy
  • Other
• The department will contact you within two weeks if your shadowing experience is approved.

Click here to start the process

Before the Day of the Job Shadow

Develop a list of appropriate questions.

The Day of the Shadow

• Arrive at determined location 15 minutes early.
• Obtain the name and address of the staff member you shadow.
• Please be sure to follow guidelines regarding appropriate attire for job shadowing in the health care setting. Feel free to speak to the staff person who is arranging the job shadow experience if you have any questions..

After the Shadow

Send thank you note to the individual(s) you shadowed.