This quantitative cross-sectional survey assessed the perceived clinical practice readiness of third- and fourth-year nursing students at the University of Sharjah. Using the Nursing Practice Readiness Scale, alongside additional items measuring clinical learning, stress, confidence, and AI receptiveness, the study found that most students demonstrated moderate-to-high readiness. Students scored strongest in collaborative relationships and clinical judgment, with comparatively lower scores in self-regulation and professional attitudes. Readiness was heavily driven by supportive clinical environments, high-quality supervision, adequate hands-on opportunities, and effective simulation. Interestingly, openness to using AI also correlated positively with readiness, suggesting that tech-receptive students feel better prepared for modern practice. Ultimately, the authors recommend strengthening clinical supervision, simulation, stress-support strategies, and structured AI literacy within nursing curricula