SUNY-Downstate summer '09--Introduce yourselves please!

FML814 · Mar 16, 2009

Hello, I have also been accepted into the accelerated program. I have submitted my acceptance letter and am now in the process of submitting my health records.

I understand that we need medical clearance before we can register for classes but I didn't find any information about registration dates or procedures in the acceptance package.

Does anyone have any detailed information about the program's work load, faculty, resources available, etc?

I'll be commuting from long island...I'm not looking forward to traffic on the belt parkway!! Does anyone have experience taking the train to Brooklyn?

JeanettePNP, MSN, RN, NP · Mar 16, 2009

HI! Thanks for introducing yourself.

All I have to go on is that June 1 is orientation. The acceptance package came with a curriculum and a tentative summer schedule, with the dates and times for classes and clinicals. Nothing about faculty--probably hasn't been finalized.

Today I went to Downstate to drop of my health records and financial aid forms. I stopped in the bookstore and ordered my uniform and "health tote," and picked up a stethoscope. I asked about which books I will need but so far there is no information.

I live in Brooklyn, only a mile away, so transportation won't be a problem for me. If you're taking the train, it will be a major inconvenience as you'll have to take the LIRR to Atlantic Avenue and then transfer to the 2 or 5 train, and you'll be looking at 1.5 hours at least (depending on where in LI you're coming from). If you go to Google maps, there is an option for directions on public transportation and approximate times--you can see there what your options are.

Lena202 · Mar 18, 2009

Tell us Chaya,

what color is the uniform?

And what does the "health tote" contain?

:)

JeanettePNP, MSN, RN, NP · Mar 19, 2009

The uniform is white with a blue stripe down the side. The top has a collar and zips in the back. You have a choice of white pants or skirt, which looks like your basic scrub pants/skirt with an elastic waistband.

I put in an order for the uniform and they will inform me when it's ready to be picked up. they did not have a book list yet. I put in an order for the health tote but I have no idea what it contains. The only thing I walked out of that bookstore with was a stethoscope. I could have saved time and ordered over the phone, but I had to be there anyway to drop off my health and other forms.

The bookstore isn't that impressive; it's tiny and has a very small selection of stuff. But I suppose the types of books that are needed are limited since there are only a small number of programs offered by the school.

Lena202 · Mar 19, 2009

Hmm, a skirt?... intersting...

I am wondering if I could get my own pair of pants if they are just plain white and wear their top (not a big fan of elastic waistbands).

How much was the uniform and the health tote if you don't mind me asking?

:specs:

JeanettePNP, MSN, RN, NP · Mar 19, 2009

The scrub top is special order and you have to get that one, but I'm not sure about the pants. Guess you'd just have to ask.

The tote bag was $60. Each top was $36, and I bought two, and one skirt for like $23. I also paid $47 for the steth. So it was an expensive shopping trip!

Lena202 · Mar 19, 2009

Hmmm, pricey you're right. :omy:

Well, I guess these are the types of expenses we can't avoid.

Still excited though! :hngon:

ellez5 · Mar 22, 2009

Hi, I will be attending SUNY Downstate this summer as well. I just mailed out my health forms yesterday. I will be moving to Brooklyn in the beginning of May...I'm excited!

lisarhans · Mar 24, 2009

Hello all,

I am Lisa and I will also be starting the accelerated program in June. =)

If anyone is in NYC and hasn't yet completed the vaccinations there are free clinics in Manhattan and Brooklyn and maybe also the other boroughs. Check out the site for the most convenient for you. http://www.nyc.gov/html/doh/html/imm/immclin.shtml

I am going this week because even with insurance (maybe it's simply not covered) the Hep vaccine was $75.00 and you need three (spread out over the next few months I think).

Has anyone registered for the CPR? How much is it and where are you registered?

JeanettePNP, MSN, RN, NP · Mar 25, 2009

Welcome on board, Lisa! Looking forward to meeting you in June.

I am taking CPR on Sunday, March 29, here:

http://www.firstresponseadvantage.net/

I did my vaccinations in the doctor's office... got the first HepB shot, and need two more. Also they didn't accept my PPD results because I waited too long to get it checked, so I'll have to redo.

ellez5 · Mar 27, 2009

I'm planning on taking my CPR class online from onlineAHA.org and then going to a skills session once I move up to Brooklyn in May...it's $17.50 for the BLS class.