ACCEPTED in to UNLV SON!

[karinagaines4]

Yay! I was accepted in to the UNLV nursing program on my first try! It really is a dream come true.. but I already have so many questions and fears

I am very curious of current or previous UNLV nursing students and their thoughts about the program in general.

I have my student orientation on July 30th and was wondering if I need my vaccinations by that time.. if so which ones?

Also ... has anyone attempted to hold a SMALL part-time job while in nursing school? I mean only Saturdays and Sundays for 6-8 hours. If so, did it conflict with school at all? Ive heard that advisors strongly suggest you do not work whatsoever...

Im just so nervous! I would greatly appreciate any tips or advice on preparing myself for the fall semester (which starts September 9 correct?). I really was NOT expecting to get in (as negative as that sounds) so I haven't prepared myself AT ALL. Should I start getting supplies sooner than later? When should I begin studying?!

I may be jumping the gun, and Im sure they will answer many of my questions at orientation, but I have often been a procrastinator and I am determined to be ahead of the game throughout nursing school!

Im rambling now but thanks for your advice guys! I appreciate it! :)

[melbby92]

How many students in the UNLV nursing program each semester?

There are 48 students accepted each semester!

[sl703]

First off, congratulations on being accepted into UNLV's nursing program! This is my first semester of being in the program, so I'll give you the insight on what I have gained thus far. I worked two days a week, Saturday and Sunday, (part-time) and was able to do well in all the classes (A's and B's). Yet, the decision to work or not is completely individual. I think it depends on the necessity for you to work and how readily you can absorb-retain-apply information, along with the age old time management skills! For me, it wasn't the quantity of studying I did, it was the quality of it that helped me succeed. Once the semester takes off, you will be tested every week, whether it be a skills test, quiz, exam or all of the above. So, remember to take each day in stride, have patience, and don't lose sight of your own health in the life transition that is nursing school. Before the program begins, it is helpful to get everything in order ranging from having a clean house to sorting out what relationships you'll take and leave behind; the fewer hiccups you can avoid the better. As for registration and paper work before school begins, the staff at signing session will give you thorough details about what is needed from you on that day. My only advice is to order books ahead of time if you're buying them online and have a good sum of money saved to pay for the miscellaneous expenses that comes with starting the program for ex. uniforms, shoes, stethoscope, drug test, immunizations/vaccines, school supplies, books etc.

As a side note, your space in each classes is accounted for (the lucky 48 students!) so there is no urgency to register for classes.

:)

Hope this helps!

[melbby92]

First off, congratulations on being accepted into UNLV's nursing program! This is my first semester of being in the program, so I'll give you the insight on what I have gained thus far. I worked two days a week, Saturday and Sunday, (part-time) and was able to do well in all the classes (A's and B's). Yet, the decision to work or not is completely individual. I think it depends on the necessity for you to work and how readily you can absorb-retain-apply information, along with the age old time management skills! For me, it wasn't the quantity of studying I did, it was the quality of it that helped me succeed. Once the semester takes off, you will be tested every week, whether it be a skills test, quiz, exam or all of the above. So, remember to take each day in stride, have patience, and don't lose sight of your own health in the life transition that is nursing school. Before the program begins, it is helpful to get everything in order ranging from having a clean house to sorting out what relationships you'll take and leave behind; the fewer hiccups you can avoid the better. As for registration and paper work before school begins, the staff at signing session will give you thorough details about what is needed from you on that day. My only advice is to order books ahead of time if you're buying them online and have a good sum of money saved to pay for the miscellaneous expenses that comes with starting the program for ex. uniforms, shoes, stethoscope, drug test, immunizations/vaccines, school supplies, books etc.

As a side note, your space in each classes is accounted for (the lucky 48 students!) so there is no urgency to register for classes.

:)

Hope this helps!

Thank you so much for this!! This was so helpful. I have already turned in most of my required paperwork and I was wondering if you had any recommendations on shoes to buy for the program? Also, what study method worked best for you your first semester? Did you use flash cards or more like outlines? Trying to get as many opinions as possible haha because this is all new to me. Thank you!

[sl703]

I'm glade it helped you! I bought shoes from dove apparel and they were comfortable for me overall, taking into consideration long standing hours for clinical. Shoe preference seemed across the board, no major complaints, just individual preference. I'd suggest trying on a few brands in store and then ordering it online; it is usually cost saving. I personally did not use flash cards, because I would spend more time making them and not enough time studying from them! The most effective method for me was reading through the power points/outlines given and textbook simultaneously, I used the textbook as reference and emphasis on topics that were covered in the power point. It's always good to remember that nursing school is application based knowledge and critical thinking, so you'll need to understand concepts as a whole when studying, rather than unsound memorizing. :)

[sl703]

*I meant to put nurse mates, for shoes.