University of Houston-Victoria Second Degree BSN 2012

aret21, BSN, RN · Nov 18, 2011

Sorry I've been out of touch for a while. We have all been looking for jobs and finalizing our paperwork for graduation. :)

For the interview, I brought a copy of every single thing that they might not have a copy of already. I do remember that they took some people's shot records last year since they didn't have them yet. They also took the cards that we got in the mail that said we had done our background check. I had a leather portfolio with me of my entire life relating to nursing school, that way I was prepared.

The day was very long. The first part was them telling us how happy they were to have us, etc, etc. Then we got right into the interview part. We split up into groups and some of us went into the computer room, and others went into the group scenarios. I did my computer part first, and then moved along to the group part. That was funny. Seriously....you have to know how to play well with others in this program. (Hint: If they give you something to read or some "homework" before the interview, READ it!!!!)

Then we went back into the main room and they talked more about how happy they were to have us, etc, etc. :) Then some of the students from the current year talked to us and told us how fast the program was, how it was hard, etc (just like we will do for you). I think that we will probably be more specific since a lot of us would have preferred more specifics during the interview. Then there is a Q&A session.....and then it's over. Easy peasy! I know it's not that easy, and it is a long time, but trust me, you're doing the hardest part now...waiting.

Our class is supposedly doing better than any other class has done as far as grades and expected pass rates, so I think that they got some of their kinks worked out. The crazy low pass rates were a total flaw in the system though because some of the students didn't even take the NCLEX until 11 months after they graduated!

I hope you guys are getting excited because we sure are! We can't wait to see who will take our places!

Remember, if you have any questions, ask away.

CareAngel · Nov 18, 2011

thanks aret21 !!!! this was very helpful information. :)

tebow · Nov 19, 2011

Future UHV nursing students.....once you get accepted into the program let me know if anyone is interested in buying some of my textbooks from 2011. There were collegues that used prior years(2010) textbooks. I am trying to get rid of them because I will have no need for them. Will sell them at a very good price and can match any offers. Good luck with the interview.

sciencegirl · Nov 20, 2011

Tebow, I sent you a pm, I think, and would like to ask you some questions.

tebow · Nov 20, 2011

@sciencegirl, i am unable to respond to pm.....i don't have enough postings according to administrator of allnurses......send me your email and i will respond to your q's ......

sciencegirl · Nov 21, 2011

Done, thanks a bunch!

jeanster · Nov 21, 2011

I too am looking to sell my textbooks at a good price! Seriously, bought them through Amazon and about to sell them online but I figure why not try here first.

PM me!

CareAngel · Nov 21, 2011

I'm interested jeanster!! I'm on my phone so I can't exactly pm you just yet. Will get back with you later this evening.

CareAngel · Nov 22, 2011

Hey jeanster, I think I'm gonna wait until after interviews to decide on the text books.

To all, should we be expecting a blue card from the Texas Board of Nursing? Or do they send that directly to UHV??

p100809 · Nov 22, 2011

CareAngel, you should be expecting the blue card from Texas Board of Nursing. My appointment was on the 11/4 and I recieved it yesterday.

khandy00 · Nov 22, 2011

CareAngel, I completed my fingerprinting on 11/5 and received my card over the weekend.

virginiadawn2 · Nov 22, 2011

I'm kinda worried that I won't have my card in time. I did my prints on 11/8 and with the holiday coming I fear it won't be here by Monday. Do you think they'll make an exception?