Thomas Jefferson FACT Program

U.S.A. Pennsylvania

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Hi.

I have been accepted into the TJU FACT program that begins in May but the orientation isn't until a week before classes begin and I would like to get a better idea of the scheduling. I know it's 5 days a week but does anyone have some more specific info? i have to arrange for child care and transportation and a general idea of the class/clinical hours would be helpful.

also...anyone else out there starting the program with me in May?

No, they do not have that scholarship any longer. They eliminated it, starting with the 2008 incoming FACT class. :(

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Ugh! I think it's probably because the shortage of nurses in Philly (and many urban areas) has dwindled.

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kdrose01,

Your clinical sites can be located outside the Philadelphia area (especially for Pediatric and Community Health rotations). I've seen sites located in New Jersey, Delaware, and in the Philly 'burbs. Typically, we select up to three sites when selecting our preferred sites for each clinical rotation. There may be cases where someone may get a site not listed as preferred. However, you may be able to switch with another student and/or if the site requires a vehicle, carpooling should be feasible.

As for the PDA questions, I believe majority of the student body purchased Palms. I think the Nursing Central software versions available for iPhone and Blackberry require Internet connection. If this is correct, you may run into a problem if the clinical site requires students to not use their personal mobile phones.

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Thanks, TBD! I appreciate your response!

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Classes are Thursday and Friday all day (8 or 9 to 5). You'll have clinicals 2-3 days/week either 3 8 hour shifts or 2 12 hour shifts, back to back. They can be at any one of many clinical sites (including delaware and NJ). They are to be two or three consecutive days in most cases. Good luck scheduling child care! I hope you have an amazing partner or spouse as you'll be home late at least 4 nights/week.

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I am applying for their ASN/BSN.. any advice??? i'm transferring in 60 credits from CCP and after this semester, will have a 3.3 GPA...

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Everybody check your Jefferson email for a message from Financial Aid regarding the FACT program. Not that there are any stunning revelations in it, but it contains info you need. Like get your financial aid info in by March 15, NOT May 1, which is the deadline for students beginning in September.

Anyone going to the Accepted Students reception?

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kdrose01,

Your clinical sites can be located outside the Philadelphia area (especially for Pediatric and Community Health rotations). I've seen sites located in New Jersey, Delaware, and in the Philly 'burbs. Typically, we select up to three sites when selecting our preferred sites for each clinical rotation. There may be cases where someone may get a site not listed as preferred. However, you may be able to switch with another student and/or if the site requires a vehicle, carpooling should be feasible.

As for the PDA questions, I believe majority of the student body purchased Palms. I think the Nursing Central software versions available for iPhone and Blackberry require Internet connection. If this is correct, you may run into a problem if the clinical site requires students to not use their personal mobile phones.

tbd75, I noticed your experience states you are/were an OR nurse extern. Are you doing that now, while you are in FACT, or did you do that before? How did you get that position? I'm not sure I've ever seen an extern position for the OR. One of the downsides -- IMO -- to doing an ABSN is that we don't have a summer off in which to *do* an externship, which makes it a little harder to find that first job. :)

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Hello! I am also a new member of the 2009 FACT class. I have known since before Christmas, but I just found this thread.... the helpful posts from people have been great.

Is anyone going to the reception on the 14th? Can't wait to meet everyone :)

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AtomicWoman, I sent you a PM.

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I'm undecided about the reception. I went last year, but that was when I was planning to do the APW program. It would be nice to meet some fellow FACTers beforehand. Any other old coots out there? LOL!

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I plan on attending the Welcome Day!

Also has anyone finished their medical/immunization? I am just starting (procrastination), did you just bring it the incoming students requirements to your family physician?

Thanks for any help!!

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