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Hi leann24, I am in the LVN to ADN Program which starts on March 30, 2020. During our 1st orientation there was no mention of having health insurance. But, it does not hurt if something was to occur in the future. You will need a physical, drug screening, background check, immunizations and titers, etc. This is through a company called CastleBranch that Rio Hondo is contracted with. Cost $95 dollars. Please contact Ms. Roxanna Gomez/Rio Hondo Dept. of Nursing at phone number (562) 908-3421. Ask where you can get low cost to free immunizations. Rio Hondo students can get free vision & hearing tests at Student Health on campus located in the Student Services building on the 2nd floor. They offer the 2 step TB test. I believe it costs $10 dollars. Here is the phone number for Rio Hondo College Student Health (562) 908-3438. Congrats & welcome!

Hi Jesabvall2019, Glad everything turned out fine. I plan on wearing my uniform all day too when I start in March. White long sleeves are nice to wear since it is still cold. Also, we can wear a white lab coat too on top of our nursing uniforms. I am looking into purchasing white leather non-slip Skecher, Nursemate, etc. type of nursing shoes.

Hi Jesabvall2019...How was your 1st day? Did you have to wear your nursing uniform, or was it OK to wear regular clothing?

Is this for the regular 2 year RN Program? Best to be on the safe side. You can always bring your regular clothing and place them inside your car if you need to change. I am enrolled in the 1 year RN (LVN to ADN). We start class on March 30th.

Here is information provided directly by Rio Hondo College. https://www.riohondo.edu/admissions/international-students/estimated-expenses/ Tuition/Fees & Books Per Semester Per Year Non Resident Tuition at $265.00 per unit (12 units per semester) $3,180.00 $6,360.00 Enrollment Fee at $46.00 per unit (12 units per semester) $552.00 $1,104.00 Health Fee (required) $19.00 $38.00 Student Representation Fee $1.00 $2.00 College Services Fee $7.00 $14.00 Go RIO (required) $9.00 $18.00 Parking (optional) ($40.00) ($80.00) Books & Supplies (estimated) $775.00 $1,550.00 Total Tuition/Fees & Books $4,543.00 $9086.00

Congrats everyone who is cleared to go! The journey to start nursing school is almost ready to begin! I just got my nursing uniforms today at last. I am still waiting for my email to say I am cleared to register for my CRN#. I am enrolled in the LVN to ADN Program. Has anyone else purchased any books, nursing equipment, etc?

Hi Chels As far as I know the drug test has to be done by CastleBranch. They provide you with a code which is similar to an authorization to obtain this service. Then, the drug test results are posted on their site under your name. Unfortunately, you have to go through them. But, if you have a hard time getting through, contact Ms. Roxanna Gomez/Rio Hondo College Dept. of Nursing to see how she can help you. Her office phone number is (562) 908-3421.

Hi Chels, The LVN to ADN Program begins on March 28th. Whichever program we are in, we definitely need our CRN # to get registered as you mentioned. Best of luck & congrats. Definitely stay in touch.

Hi Everyone, I went to Rio Hondo College today and stopped by the Dept. of Nursing. I spoke with Ms. Roxanna Gomez. She stated we should be receiving an email by next week confirming our CRN # number for our "LVN to ADN Transition Course." As far as uniforms go, Rio Hondo's Dept. of Nursing is not in charge of that. I called Vista Uniform today, and the lady stated our nursing uniforms are being shipped out. Some people have already received them. If you have not received your nursing uniform, then call Vista Uniforms at office phone number (661) 254-1828. Has anyone purchased their nursing shoes yet? They need to be white and made of leather material. It is recommended nursing shoes are slip resistant. Skechers? Nurse Mates?

I have not received the 2 uniforms I have paid for yet. So far, no word yet about the LVN to ADN Program. I am going to Rio Hondo College tomorrow on Jan. 9th to speak with one of my academic counselors. After that, I will swing by the Department of Nursing and ask for an update. I will let you know what I find out. As far as I know at this time, the LVN to ADN (LVN Transition to ADN/Nursing Fundamentals class) begins on March 28, 2020.

Does anyone from the LVN to ADN Program know which Nursing Fundamental book will we be using? Is it: 1. Lebon, Lippincott, Williams, Wilkins, Lynn, & Taylor (Fund Nursing w/SG & CoursePoint)...SG = Study Guide Edition: 9th ISBN: 9781975140892 Author Lippincott-Williams & Wilkins Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Price $328.28 OR 2. Lebon, Lippincott, Williams, Wilkins, Lynn, & Taylor (Fund of Nursing w/CoursePoint Access) Edition: 9th ISBN: 9781975141431 Author Taylor Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Price $300.49 ***These prices are from the Rio Hondo College bookstore.

I have not purchased my books yet. I have a friend of mine who is in the 2nd year of the LVN to ADN Program. She said Rio Hondo College charges too much for nursing books. She ordered her books from Amazon. Way cheaper and free shipping.

Please accept my sincere condolences and respect for the loss of your beloved husband. May he RIP as he will always be in your heart forever. As for being too old???? Never! I am 60 years old, a wife, grandmother, Army veteran, and breast cancer survivor. I also have TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury) with partial hearing loss in which I wear bilateral hearing aids 24/7. I have been an LVN since 1986. Go for it! Never stop reaching for the stars and your dreams. Do not listen to the naysayers!!! I attended college 5 years part-time balancing my family and health to complete my nursing prerequisite courses. My GPA is 3.75, I have been accepted to my college honor society, and I have won 2 scholarships. To include a high academic achievement award from the college president. We "older" students know what we want. In addition, we offer maturity, life experience, are focused and dedicated towards our goals. I start RN school this spring 2020. Life is a journey, and I am enjoying the ride! I hope you enjoy your new adventure too. Believe it because you can achieve!!!!

To Everyone, I accessed the Rio Hondo College website. Even though we have not been "officially accepted yt since our CastleBranch has to be reviewed and cleared, here is the LVN to RN course information: ADN 075 - LVN Trans/ADN Prog 2.5 Credits CRN #36061 Nursing Professor-Monique Velasco ***On Mondays only! From 07:30 am - 12:00 pm, Science Room #202 From 01:00 pm - 04:25 pm, Science Room # 204 I don't know if we have to attend both sessions all day. Or, if the class is split into 1/2. Where maybe 8 people attend 07:30 am - 12:00 pm. And, the other 8 people attend 01:00 pm - 04:25 pm. We will find out soon. Has anybody received their nursing uniforms yet? Thanks ?

Hello to Jesabvall2019 and Lauren Renee, Tdap is a combination vaccine that protects against three potentially life-threatening bacterial diseases: tetorifice, diphtheria, and pertussis (whooping cough). Td is a booster vaccine for tetorifice and diphtheria. It does not protect against pertussis. Tetorifice enters the body through a wound or cut. I would just go ahead and get the Tdap immunization. It is good for 10 years. If you can't get it from your physician's office, look at nearby public health or community clinics near you. Call them first to see if you need an appointment or is it walk in. Different places charge various prices. Shop around. Let them know you are a college student. Be sure to bring your immunization record with you to get your Tdap entered into it. Good luck...

Hi Chels....I took a picture on the bottom of the uniform order paperwork. I have their contact info. Hi Chels..... About titers, I would call Ms. Roxanna Gomez/Rio Hondo College Dept. of Nursing to confirm the correct info. The office phone number is (562) 908-3421. I believe as long as you prove you have received a certain booster or series, it should be fine. Then, repeat the titer in 6 weeks. Again, I would call Roxanna or stop by her office to be sure! Be aware Rio Hondo College will be closed after December 19th for the holidays. Do take care if this right away. I think the college starts again on Jan. 2nd or 3rd.

Hello, Congrats on those who have been selected into Rio Hondo College for the 2 year RN and the LVN to ADN (RN) Programs! The deadline to turn everything in with CastleBranch, immunizations, etc. is January 3, 2020! As mentioned previously, if you are a Rio Hondo student you can get a free vision and hearing test. I believe they also do titers but you have to pay per each individual titer. They do not provide immunizations. Your immunizations can be obtained through your physician, or you can call the nearest public health community clinic near your home. Look for more information from the packet that was handed out during orientation. Best of luck....

I would go online and Google what you are looking for. Best of luck.

If you are a student at Rio Hondo College, you can get a free vision and hearing test done at the Student Health & Psychological Services Office located in the Student Services Building, RM SS230. Call their office to make an appointment at (562) 908-3438. They charge $10 for the TB test. Not sure what they charge for titers. You could Google "Public Health Clinics or low cost Community Health Clinics" to see if you can get free/low cost titers, immunizations, a physical, etc. If you have a primary doctor, call their office to help you. It is best to start early since the holidays are around the corner. People are going out of town, taking holiday vacation, and some clinics might be only open working on half day schedules. The deadline for everything to be completed is Jan. 3, 2020.

Hi NillaWafers....When you have time to attend CNA or LVN school, check out ROP (Regional Occupational Program). It is state funded by CA & it is free.

Sounds good! Comfortable but nice. When I turned in my application packet, it states we will be there all day from 8 am to 5 pm. Try calling to see what is going on. If you can't get through, you may have to go to the Dept. of Nursing office on campus. They were super busy today!

A friend of mine did not get accepted into Rio Hondo College for the LVN to ADN (RN) Program. She is going to look at other options such as: Mt. SAC, Citrus, PCC, Cerritos, Cal State LA, Cal State Fullerton, Cal State Long Beach, & the L.A. County School of Nursing.

For those individuals that have been accepted, we will find out during the Nov. 1st/Friday orientation when we are allowed to sign up for the ADN 075/ LVN Transition class. There will be a mandatory fire safety class, additional information, & uniform fitting. Be sure to have the exact cash amount or credit card with you.