Welcome to The College of Nursing

Emmanuel J. Rivera, MHRM MannyAdmitted Nursing Student AdvisorARC Representative

Welcome & Congratulations

Currently our graduates hold over a 90+ percent pass rate on the NCLEX Exam

Undergraduate Program Administration

Elizabeth “Betty” T. Jordan, DNSc, RNC, FAANSenior Assistant Dean for Undergraduate Nursing

Brittny Chabalowski, RN, MSN Director Upper Division & Second Degree Nursing ProgramCoordinator Undergraduate Nursing Simulation

Student Affairs Academic Advisor

Emmanuel J. Rivera, MHRM – Manny813-974-6706

erivera1@health.usf.edu

Advising by Appointment – online e-scheduler Progression of Plan Policies and Procedures Probation & Dismissal Advising Degree Certifier NCLEX Florida Board List ARC Representative Degree Audit

Degree Programs

Upper-Division– 6 Semesters – Anticipated Graduation Summer 2016

Second Degree– 4 Semesters – Anticipated Graduation Fall 2015

VBSN Degree – 4 Semesters– Anticipated Graduation Fall 2015

First Semester at The College of NursingUpper Division & Second Degree Only

Schedule of Classes

NUR 3125   Pathophysiology for Nursing Practice 4

NUR 3145 Pharmacology in Nurse Practice (Live Only) 3

NUR 3026 Fundamentals of Nursing Practice 4

NUR 3026L Fundamentals Clinical 4

NUR 3066   Physical Exam & Assessment 2

1 Clinical Day: Wednesday or Friday1 Lab Day: Tuesday, Wednesday or Friday2 Day of Didactic: Monday and Thursday

First Semester at The College of NursingVBSN Degree

NUR 3125 Pathophysiology for Nursing Practice 4

NUR 3145 Pharmacology 3

NUR 3081 Bridge to Professional Nursing (Didactic) 3

NUR 3081LBridge to Professional Nursing Practice (Clinical)

2

1 Clinical Day: Wednesday or Friday1 Lab Day: Tuesday, Wednesday or Friday2 Day of Didactic: Monday and Thursday

AA Degree

Foreign Language Requirement– UD Students need to provide high school

transcript. – Send to USF Undergraduate Admissions.

USF Office of Undergraduate Admissions

4202 E. Fowler Avenue, SVC 1036Tampa, FL 33620-6900

DegreeWorks – Physical Science Req

• Physical Science = Done in Nursing program.• Not acceptable in other degree programs.

Materials for The College of NursingImmunizations & CPR CertificationCPR Certification: Est. $66.00 (Includes Materials) Certified Background (Required by the college):

o $147.50 (includes background check, drug screen, and document tracker)Immunizations:

o Varicella (Chickenpox): Est. $25.00o Hepatitis B: Est. $50.00o MMR: Est. $59.00o TDAP: Est. $45.00o TB Skin Test: Est. $12.00o Influenza: Est: $25.00

Titers:o Varicella: Est $39.00o MMR: Est $128.00o Hepatitis B: Est. $16.00

 Clinical Uniforms/EquipmentSmart Phone/PDA: Est. $150.00 - $250.00USF Nursing Scrubs: Clinical Starter Pack

o Top: $49.95o Pants: $49.95o Labcoat: $79.95o Stethoscope: $70.00

 Textbooks & Course SoftwareUCentral (Nursing Central Software License/Unbound Medicine): $139.00iClicker: Est. $37.00 - $50.00Kaplan Integrated: Est. $601.00

o Divided into semester payments (6 Semester Upper-Division) (4 Second Degree)Ready Point: Est. $700 initial cost first semester (most materials will be used for 3 semesters)Shadow Health Virtual Clinical Experience: Est. $200 (one-time fee for use throughout program)safeMedication: Est. $99.00Project Concert: Est. $50.00 a year GraduationNCLEX (Florida Board of Nursing):

o Est. $250.00 (Cost after graduation)Pearson Vue (Test Administrator):

o Est. $200.00 (Cost after graduation)The lists of items above are for information purposes only.

You should consult with providers directly regarding cost at any particular time upon admissions.

USF MD ONE Stethoscope$64.59

Bachelor's Lab Coat$79.95

Men’s Tradition V-Neck Top$49.95

Women’s Tradition V-Neck Top$49.95

Classic Cargo pant$49.95

Clinical Starter Pack

Nursing Central Software License

USF Computer Store – Marshall Student CenterAvailable titles include: •5-Minute Clinical Consult •Davis’s Drug Guide •Davis’s Lab and Diagnostic Tests •Diseases and Disorders •Field Operations Guide•Harrison’s Manual of Medicine •Taber’s Medical Dictionary •MEDLINE Journals, Auto-alerts

First Week College of Nursing

August 25, 2014 Familiar with Student Handbook USF Health Email CPR Card Uniform order completed Certified Profile Updated More information at PIP

USF Health Email

Use it & Check Often!! Update Automatic Signature

<<<<Example Below>>>>

<Student Name>

<Hospital/Fall 2014/Program UD or SBN>

College of Nursing Progression Policy

Any Student earning a grade below a “C” or “S”, in any required nursing course will be notified of their potential dismissal from the College of Nursing. The student must petition the Student Affairs Committee for approval to continue progression in the program. Upon approval from The Student Affairs Committee the student will be provided with a revised program plan for progression and any other conditions stipulated for progression. Student’s progression, regardless of the revised program plan will depend on class availability and or appropriate clinical placement availability. The Dean of the College of Nursing or the Dean's designee will notify, in writing, the students who are dismissed. If denied, the student can submit a second petition providing they have additional substantive information or documentation.

College of Nursing Progression Policy

Undergraduate second degree pre-licensure students who receive a grade below a "C" or "S ", in any required nursing course will not be permitted to continue on the Second Degree Sequence. The student will be notified of their potential dismissal from the College of Nursing. The student must petition the Student Affairs Committee for approval to continue progression in the program. Upon approval from The Student Affairs Committee the student will be provided with a revised program plan for progression and any other conditions stipulated for progression. Student’s progression, regardless of the revised program plan will depend on class availability and or appropriate clinical placement availability. The Dean of the College of Nursing or the Dean's designee will notify, in writing, the students who are dismissed. If denied, the student can submit a second petition providing they have additional substantive information or documentation.

College of Nursing Progression Policy Any student earning a grade below a " C " or " S ", in more than

one required nursing course, will be dismissed from the College of Nursing. The Dean of the College of Nursing or the Dean's designee will notify students in writing. Students have the opportunity to petition the dismissal with The College of Nursing Student Affairs Committee. Students must remain out of the nursing program for one full semester prior to petitioning the committee. Upon approval from The Student Affairs Committee the student will be provided with a revised program plan for readmissions and any other conditions stipulated. Student’s readmission regardless of the revised program plan will depend on class availability and or appropriate clinical placement availability. If denied, the student can submit a second petition providing they have additional substantive documentation.

Withdrawal Policy:

Course withdrawal is limited to 1 per course, with a limit of 2 withdrawals per undergraduate or graduate program. A withdrawal is defined as officially withdrawing from any class after the Drop/Add period, and before the final Withdrawal date as outlined in the Academic Calendar. Any student withdrawing in excess of the stated policy will be dismissed from The College of Nursing. Exception to this policy would be a withdrawal for Medical and or extreme situations. Documentation must be provided to support the withdrawal. Student must submit all documentation required to support the withdrawal through the Academic Regulations Committee (ARC) and The Student Affairs Committee for approval.

Maximum Time Requirements

Maximum Time Requirement – The maximum time requirement limits the number of credit hours you may attempted before earning your degree.  – As an Undergraduate, your eligibility ends when you have

attempted 180 credit hours, which includes credits attempted at any school prior to and while enrolled at USF regardless of whether you received financial aid at the time you attempted them.

– There is no extended eligibility for changes in major or for a 2nd bachelor’s degree

– Exceptions to this regulation are not typically considered For more information please contact The Financial Aid Office at

813-974-4700

Maximum Time Requirements

Effective July 1, 2011, federal regulations require significant changes to the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) policy for Financial Aid Recipients.

The new policy requirements apply to all students as one determinant of eligibility for financial aid. The new requirement categories are GPA, Pace, and Maximum Time.

Those pursing a Second Bachelor’s in Nursing should pay particular attention to the Maximum Time Requirement.

Excess Hours Surcharge

Pre-Immersion Program (PIP)

Pre-Entry Immersion Program - RequiredAugust 15, 2014

8am – 5pmLocation: TBD

Important Dates August 25, 2014: Fall Semester starts

September 1, 2014: Labor Day (University Closed)

September 11, 2014: Veteran’s Day (University Closed)

November 1, 2014: Last day to withdrawal

November 27 & 28: Thanksgiving Holiday (University Closed)

December 5, 2014: Last Day of Classes

December 6 -12: Exam Week

January 5, 2015: Spring Semester starts

Most updated calendar: USF Registrar:

http://www.registrar.usf.edu/enroll/regist/calendt.php

First Semester at USF?

University/Transfer Orientation – Required Register Online $50 Registration Fee Dates: July 23 July 30 August 7 August 13 August 20

http://www.usf.edu/orientation/

First Semester at USF? Veteran Services Workshop

– Review benefits application process at USF– During Resource Rotation Sessions– Register when enrolling for Transfer

Orientationhttp://www.usf.edu/orientation/transfer/veterans.aspx

Office of Veterans Services Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Located in the Grace and Allen Building (ALN 130)Phone: 813-974-2291Email: vetserve@usf.edu

Achievement Center (VAC) ALN131Monday – Thursday: 8:00 am to 7:00 pm, Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.

Licensure

Pick a state any state.

USF – College of Nursing to Florida.

NCLEX sit pass.

OASIS

Registration Self-Service Add/Drop Courses Email Update personal information View financial aid account Degree Works Audit System Emergency Contact Immunization Record Student Records/Holds/Grades/Transcript Parking Services Student Organizations

Degree Works

Degree Auditing System– View Course Requirements– Progression towards completion– Outstanding Requirements – Notes from Advisor– View class schedule– Courses registered – GPA Calculation tool

Canvas

A few more items

Questions about USF Health email account, email server or email password contact: USF Health Information Services Phone: 974-6288 Email: support@health.usf.edu Website: health.usf.edu/is/support/index.htm

Questions about NetID (Canvas account) contact: USF Information Technology Phone: 813-974-1222 Email: help@usf.edu Website: it.usf.edu/help

Financial Aid

Financial Aid Office – Specific Account Questions– 813-974-4700– SVC 1102.

College of Nursing Scholarships– Grants & Endowed Funds– College of Nursing Business Office will email you

directly when funds are available (Typically Fall for all new admits.)

Financial Aid and or Course Payments Check Oasis Check with Financial Aid

– SVC 1102

Loan Status Account Paid prior to “CF” deadline

– August 29, 2014 To avoid Cancellation of Registration and $100 Late Registration Fee.

It’s the students responsibility to have finances to cover each semester. Being canceled for none payment can result in being dismissed from clinical until

payment is made.

Tutoring and Assistance Exam Review Sessions

– College of Nursing Course Specific– Fundamentals– Med Surg. I & Med Surg. II– Pharmacology – Patho

The Academic Success Center (ASC)Test Taking– Study Skills– Test Anxiety– The Writing Studio

Student Nurse Assistance Program

The Counseling Center Stressed Out Family Problems Relationship Problems Academic and Study Issues Sad or Blue Feeling Mad Substance Abuse Problems Legal Problems Career Concerns Money Problems

Psychological Services – Counseling – Workshops – Center for Addiction & Substance Abuse – Diversity Services

How to Register

Clinical Site: TGH/FHT/SJB/SFB/MPM and so on…

Program: NUR OR SBN – UD or SBN – Second Degree & Upper-Division

Online Classes: Can be limited – Register EARLY!

Video: http://usfweb2.usf.edu/orientation/static/oasis.asp

Congratulations and Welcome