Nursing Orientation...

[rmariee]

Hi,

When I originally registered for orentation I signed up to bring a guest with me. I am allowed to bring two guests. Should I bring my parent or not? My parent will be paying for my school and all of my supplies. (private school) I am also young. I will probably be one of the youngest in my class.

I do plan on asking my advisor if she thinks it would be a good idea or not. Also the orientation is 4 hours from my home.

[kylepatrickk]

Of course! It is good to have a support system - especially if they are paying your way. My parents will be coming to my nursing school orientation and I pay my own way.

[NICUmiiki, DNP, NP]

Orientation is one of the first chances to meet and greet with your classmates. You'll probably be distracted by a parent and miss out on some of that early bonding.

[JaRoJoCT]

Definitely! Bringing your parents is a great way for them to get an idea of what they are paying for, and to be a great support system for you!

[amoLucia]

There's another post on AN right now that's asking the same thing. That post has various yes & no answers, but the difference is that your school specifically is allowing attendance by others. So it is your choice. If want to --- go ahead.

It's not a bad idea as PP says.

[ambitiousBSN]

I think it would be a good idea! The thing a lot of people need to realize- even my own family and friends- is that a support system is going to be imperative to our success in nursing school. If your parent(s) attend, at least they will be able to see/hear first-hand just how serious and difficult it can (and will) be.

[MommaTy]

We weren't allowed to bring guests. Even if I could I wouldn't. But that is me, I don't have anyone to bring and don't have a support system. That is why I signed up here. Even if you bring someone they still won't have any clue how difficult it will be for you since they aren't going through the program.

[i♥words]

If they gave me the option, and knowing the school is hours away, I'd definitely bring someone with me. Why not?

[pmabraham, BSN, RN]

Good day:

Yes, bring your parent(s).

My wife was kind enough to go with me to several open houses before I settled on a school. Support systems do matter; and you will need more than your parents financial support during nursing school.

The more they understand, the better they will be able to offer emotional and other forms of support that you will most likely need.

Thank you.

[ScientistSalarian]

Look, I know bringing someone is allowed but I just don't think bringing mommy or daddy to nursing school orientation speaks well of your maturity level or professionalism.

[donk]

^ seems a little harsh!

I think that a support system is a support system regardless of wether its a spouse or a parent. Nursing school can be a daunting thing, especially for someone young. I think if you want a parent there then by all means take one! I don't think it reflects your professionalism at all. It may even help to have someone with more experience to help gain perspective.

[2bEQNurse14]

Look I know bringing someone is allowed but I just don't think bringing mommy or daddy to nursing school orientation speaks well of your maturity level or professionalism.[/quote']

It's school, not a job interview. My parents went with me to my orientation/open house and I wanted them there because I respect their opinion, not because I couldn't go without them.