USF Accelerated BSN Fall 2011

U.S.A. Florida

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i was surprised to see that no one had started a thread for usf's absn for fall 2011, so i started one. it would be nice to get to know some of my potential classmates. anyone want to share your background and your stats?

it would also be appreciated if current usf students could share their experiences with the program. i'm particularly interested in how clinical sites are determined and any advice on choosing them. i want to pursue a job in the cardiac icu after graduation.

best of luck to everyone!

Specializes in Peds OR as RN, Peds ENT as NP.

Yayyyyyyyyyyyyy!!! Welcome! They always tell us how difficult it is to be accepted.

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Congrats FLFish, unfortunately I was put on the alternate list for the ABSN. I don't know when the result for the upper division comes out though 'cos I applied to both. Congrats again.

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Alternate is better than rejected. Have faith Chrisabby2. We have to accept the seat by 7/12.

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Alternate is better than rejected. Have faith Chrisabby2. We have to accept the seat by 7/12.

Thanks FLFISH, however I received a better news today; my status was changed to ACCEPTED

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Thanks FLFISH, however I received a better news todays; my status was changed to ACCEPTED

That's awesome news!! Congrats! :yeah:! There is a lot to do in a short period of time. Schedule your general USF orientation ASAP. It is required before you can register for classes. I attended mine today. I found it very informative about USF procedures and activities that we have access to. Our ABSN match day/orientation is on 7/28 and 7/29. When we will find out what clinical sites we get. The CON will enroll us in our classes afterwards. Also, get your immunizations ASAP. I went to the county health dept. and waited 4 hours. If you have insurance, your own doctor may be able to give them to you. See you on the 28th.

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That's awesome news!! Congrats! :yeah:! There is a lot to do in a short period of time. Schedule your general USF orientation ASAP. It is required before you can register for classes. I attended mine today. I found it very informative about USF procedures and activities that we have access to. Our ABSN match day/orientation is on 7/28 and 7/29. When we will find out what clinical sites we get. The CON will enroll us in our classes afterwards. Also, get your immunizations ASAP. I went to the county health dept. and waited 4 hours. If you have insurance, your own doctor may be able to give them to you. See you on the 28th.

Thanks. i did an orientation back in may and so, i guess i will only need to attend the match day orientation. And concerning the immunization stuff, i am jumping right on it. thanks again

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Evening, do you by chance know if are to buy our clinical SCRUBS through the school or we should just buy it from outside. Just wld like to know.

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Specializes in Peds OR as RN, Peds ENT as NP.

All white scrubs. Does not matter where you buy it. Don't go crazy with trying to get a $20 shirt and $20 unless its necessary. You will be so eager to take them off at the end of the day.

Make sure to join Nursing Student Council!

See you guys on the 28th!

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CNA Sam, Do you have any recommendations for male scrubs or shoes, i.e. brand, style, or place to purchase?

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All white scrubs. Does not matter where you buy it. Don't go crazy with trying to get a $20 shirt and $20 unless its necessary. You will be so eager to take them off at the end of the day.

Make sure to join Nursing Student Council!

See you guys on the 28th!

Thank you CNA Sam. Was just curious. An advisor in another school where I work told me the new entrants into their nursing program are required to bring $700 for 2 pairs each of scrubs, customized school T shirts and pants, shoes, panty hose for ladies and other kits. So you know where i 'm coming from. But I will heed your advise about the $20 scrub though.

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Specializes in Peds OR as RN, Peds ENT as NP.

I personally bought my set for $10 before I came to Tampa. But I am female. There are a couple places around campus to buy scrubs. In university mall (two mins from campus) there is uniform store where I also bought my lab coat. Uniform city was a recommendation given to me by a male classmate. You could always buy them online but I personally need to see what I am buying. As far as shoes I would say buy shoes that will prepare you to stand 12 hours and they need to have minimal other colors (only white). Some instructors can be sticklers about that. When its get cold (I know, we are in FL) I would suggest a long sleeve white undershirt, but that isnt needed now. Be prepared for the 450 kaplan program, you can pay up front or spread it out. Dont go crazy on the stethoscope... no 200 dollar ones, I paid 50 and it works just fine!

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My SOAR status changed to ACCEPTED!! :yeah::heartbeat:yeah: It's been a long road to get to this point... on to the next chapter.

I start this May. How has it been so far?

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