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College of Nursing  >   Office of Student Affairs

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Dear Student:

The following packet includes detailed information about the onboarding process for the RN-BSN program at the University of South Florida’s College of Nursing for the Spring 2021 semester.

It is essential that you read the information below in its entirety. There are several steps required before you are allowed to register for classes, as well as additional information to prepare you for your first semester in the RN-BSN program.

Classes begin on January 11th, 2021. Your courses have a mandatory first day check-in online. If you do not log in to your courses and complete any required assignments by those deadlines, you will be dropped from your course(s).

Please note:

  1. The RN-BSN program is intended to be part-time (6 credits/semester) to ensure the success of our working RN’s. A formal request to go full-time (12 credits/semester Fall or Spring; 9 credits/semester Summer) must be sent to your advisor via e-mail to be approved by the RN-BSN Program Director. Please inquire with your advisors for the official process by Friday, November 27th.
    *The Castle Branch requirements (Section 1: Step 3) and additional forms must be completed prior to final approval
  2. Consecutive enrollment is expected in the RN-BSN program (Summer, Fall and Spring semesters). Students who take more than two consecutive semesters may have to re-apply and be readmitted into the program.
  3. Experiential Learning hours must be completed in the state of Florida.

If you have any questions after reviewing this information, please contact your RN academic advisor:

Justine Nankishorelal (advised last names A-L) justinen@usf.edu

Maikelyn Lopez (advises last names M-Z) mlopez21@usf.edu 

Appointments:  Phone and in-person appointments can be made through USF's online appointment scheduler-Archivum

We look forward to working with you!

Warm Regards,
USF College of Nursing - RN Academic Advising

 

Section 1: Prior to Registration

You will not be able to register for courses until these items have been completed and verified. You will receive an email notification that your holds have been removed and at that time you will be cleared to register at your assigned registration time. Please note: this is a manual process which can take up to 48 hours after completing the appropriate steps.

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titleStep 1: Complete Intent to Enroll form in SOAR

To confirm your admission to the College of Nursing, you must complete the Intent to Enroll form via SOAR (https://hsccf.hsc.usf.edu/soar) no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, November 27th. Please note: Once you submit your Intent to Enroll form via SOAR, please allow one week for your major to be changed to Nursing.

  • To complete this form, you will first log into your SOAR (College of Nursing) application (https://hsccf.hsc.usf.edu/soar).
  • Under the "Welcome" section, you will see a message saying Congratulations on being ACCEPTED…
  • Below this message will be a link to the Intent to Enroll form
  • If you would like to enroll in the College of Nursing’s Spring 2021 program, click "I Accept Admission" and press "Submit"
    • If you have decided NOT to enroll in College of Nursing’s Spring 2021 program program, click I DECLINE Admission and press "Submit"
    • On the next page, please indicate your ‘reason for declining’ and click "Submit" at the bottom of the page.
  • You will not receive a confirmation email
    • To view your confirmation, find your Spring 2021 ACCEPTED application under the Applications on File section and click on the "Intent to Enroll" button

If your form is not submitted by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, November 27, you will forfeit your seat in the program.

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titleStep 2: Purchase a Background Check, Drug Screening, & Immunization Verification for the College of Nursing & begin uploading your information

All College of Nursing students are required to complete a Background Check, Immunization Verification, and Drug Screening for the College of Nursing via CastleBranch.com. This is not the same as the USF Health Form from USF Student Health Services. The USF Health Form cannot be used in lieu of Castle Branch. The Castle Branch requirements are required for all RN-BSN students. Prior Castle Branch account through other entities other that USF are not acceptable. 

The College of Nursing has created a Guide to Castle Branchwhich can assist you in understanding the required documentation for Castle Branch. The guide  can be found HERE.

To remove the Castle Branch hold, you must purchase the package by Thursday, December 31st.  After you've purchased the package, all Castle Branch requirements must be completed and approved by March 26th in order to progress to semester two. Please note: If you are a returning USF RN to BSN student, please contact your advisor as you may not need to repurchase the package.

  1. Purchase your CastleBranch account IMMEDIATELY using your USF email ($153)
  2. Go to https://portal.castlebranch.com/UD98 
  3. Select Place Order –> College of Nursing –> RN to BSN
  4. Select Code UF17: I am a new student ordering for the first time
  5. Once purchased you will receive instructions from Castle Branch within 48 hours
  6. The urine drug screen must be completed within 72 hours after receiving your instructions
    1. If the drug screening is not completed within 72 hours of purchase, an additional cost will be required as the drug screen package will need to be re-purchased ($38).
  7. HIPPA Instructions are below Section 2 - Step 3

Please contact Castle Branch with any questions regarding the uploading of documentation or requirements for your profile.

When completing the waiver for the Florida FDLE Fingerprints, please follow these directions:

  • Name of Qualified Entry: University of South Florida
  • Check One: Please check "Volunteer"

The USF College of Nursing Student Academic Compliance Officer Mr. Shawn Afflick (safflick@usf.edu) can assist you if the Castle Branch Customer Service cannot resolve an issue. 

Please note that this is not a one time process. You, the student, must monitor all requirements and keep them up to date during the time of your enrollment in The College of Nursing. Failure to keep the programmatic and clinical requirements up to date will result in a HOLD on your course registration and/or clinical placement.

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titleStep 3: Complete Mandatory College of Nursing Online Orientation & Quiz

The College of Nursing requires new students to complete a mandatory Online Orientation and quiz. Through this orientation, you will become acquainted with program and college policies.

  • Please click here to complete the Online Orientation
  • The Online Orientation satisfies the USF Orientation requirement. You do not have to attend an on campus transfer orientation but you are more than welcome to sign up if you wish.
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titleStep 4: Review personalized program plan in DegreeWorks

Your individual program plan and degree audit (showing outstanding General Education/State Mandated graduation requirements) can be accessed through USF’s online degree audit system, DegreeWorks. You can access DegreeWorks through OASIS (http://oasis.usf.edu/) using your NetID and password. Please note: your program plan will be accessible in DegreeWorks one week after submitting your Intent to Enroll form.

  • If you have specific questions regarding your personalized program plan please contact your academic advisor.

Items to note when reviewing DegreeWorks:

  • The Planner tab in DegreeWorks will show a split screen; one screen showing the full degree audit (items in green are complete; items in red are outstanding) and one screen showing your Nursing degree plan for your entire program.
    • RN Nursing coursework is intended to be taken in the order listed in your program plan. If you register for a Nursing course outside of your program plan without pre-approval, you may be dropped from that course.
    • Statistics (and its pre-requisites) must be taken before Semester 3
    • The Capstone, Writing Intensive, Ethical Reasoning and Civic Engagement, and High Impact Practice USF Requirements are built in to your Nursing coursework and will be covered by core Nursing courses.
    • The Information and Date Literacy USF requirement are built in to your Nursing coursework and will be covered by a nursing elective (NSP 3875)
    • A Portfolio requirement is built into your Nursing coursework and will be graded at the end of NUR4634C in your last semester.
    • Most USF FKL/General Education requirements that you may need can be taken at any time during your program and are not listed under specific semesters on your degree plan.
  • USF Undergraduate Admissions has taken into consideration transfer credit received from your previous institutions. However, DegreeWorks sometimes requires manual application of those credits to the College of Nursing requirements, so please let us know if you see anything missing that you think you have taken.
  • If you attended an ASN school that granted credits based on the quarter system - please schedule an appointment with your Advisor as soon as possible to ensure you will meet the final credit requirements (120 credits).
    • If you attended an LPN to RN program OR a Diploma Nursing Program - please schedule an appointment with your Advisor as soon as possible to ensure you will meet the final credit requirements

    College of Nursing  >   Office of Student Affairs

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    Dear Student:

    The following packet includes detailed information about the onboarding process for the RN-BSN program at the University of South Florida’s College of Nursing for the Spring 2023 semester.

    It is essential that you read the information below in its entirety. There are several steps required before you are allowed to register for classes, as well as additional information to prepare you for your first semester in the RN-BSN program.

    Classes begin on January 9th, 2023. Your courses have a mandatory first day check-in online. If you do not log in to your courses and complete any required assignments by those deadlines, you will be dropped from your course(s).

    Please note:

    1. The RN-BSN program will not be offering courses past summer 2023. 
    2. The program is intended to be part-time (6 credits/semester) to ensure the success of our working RN’s. Each student will have an individualized program plan created for them and placed into their DegreeWorks audit planner.
    3. Consecutive enrollment is expected in the RN-BSN program (Summer, Fall and Spring semesters) in order to ensure graduation by summer 2023. 
    4. Experiential Learning hours must be completed in the state of Florida.
    5. It is USF policy that 30 of the last 60 credits are completed at USF.

    If you have any questions after reviewing this information, please contact your RN-BSN academic advisor:

    Maikelyn Lopez mlopez21@usf.edu 


    Appointments:  Phone and virtual appointments can be made through USF's online appointment scheduler-Archivum


    We look forward to working with you!

    Warm Regards,
    USF College of Nursing - RN Academic Advising

     

    Section 1: Prior to Registration

    You will not be able to register for courses until these items have been completed and verified. Please note: this is a manual process which can take up to 48 hours after completing the appropriate steps.

    The below hyperlinks expand into multiple steps. This functionality may not work on your cell phone. You may need to view using a computer or tablet. 


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    titleStep 1: Complete Intent to Enroll form in SOAR

    To confirm your admission to the College of Nursing, you must complete the Intent to Enroll form via SOAR (https://hsccf.hsc.usf.edu/soar) no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, December 9th. 

    • To complete this form, you will first log into your SOAR (College of Nursing) application (https://hsccf.hsc.usf.edu/soar).
    • Under the "Welcome" section, you will see a message saying Congratulations on being ACCEPTED…
    • Below this message will be a link to the Intent to Enroll form
    • If you would like to enroll in the College of Nursing’s Spring 2023 program, click "I Accept Admission" and press "Submit"
      • If you have decided NOT to enroll in College of Nursing’s Spring 2023 program program, click I DECLINE Admission and press "Submit"
      • On the next page, please indicate your ‘reason for declining’ and click "Submit" at the bottom of the page.
    • You will not receive a confirmation email
      • To view your confirmation, find your Spring 2023 ACCEPTED application under the Applications on File section and click on the "Intent to Enroll" button


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    titleStep 2: Purchase a Background Check, Drug Screening, & Immunization Verification for the College of Nursing

    All College of Nursing students are required to complete a Background Check, Immunization Verification, and Drug Screening for the College of Nursing via CastleBranch.com.  The College of Nursing has created a guide which can assist you in understanding the required documentation for Castle Branch. Please click here to access the Castle Branch  Guide.

    Fingerprinting, background check, and drug testing must be completed by by the time courses start (January 9th, 2023).  Students that do not meet this deadline will forfeit their seat in the program. 

    All other Castle Branch requirements should be completed by the first day of classes (January 9th, 2023). 

    If you are a HCC Concurrent student, please follow the below instructions to purchase your new Castle Branch account.

    1. Purchase your CastleBranch account IMMEDIATELY using your USF email 
    2. Go to https://portal.castlebranch.com/UD98 
    3. Select Place Order –> College of Nursing –> RN to BSN
    4. Select Code UF17: I am a new student ordering for the first time
    5. Once purchased you will receive instructions from Castle Branch within 48 hours
    6. The urine drug screen must be completed within 72 hours after receiving your instructions
      1. If the drug screening is not completed within 72 hours of purchase, an additional cost will be required as the drug screen package will need to be re-purchased.

    When completing the waiver for the Florida FDLE Fingerprints, please follow these directions:

    • Name of Qualified Entry: University of South Florida
    • Check One: Please check "Volunteer"

    The USF College of Nursing Student Academic Compliance Officer Mr. Shawn Afflick (safflick@usf.edu) can assist you if the Castle Branch Customer Service cannot resolve an issue. 

    Please note that this is not a one time process. You, the student, must monitor all requirements and keep them up to date during the time of your enrollment in The College of Nursing. Failure to keep the programmatic and clinical requirements up to date will result in a HOLD on your course registration and/or clinical placement.


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    titleStep 3: Complete Mandatory College of Nursing unsafe-Online Orientation & Quiz

    The College of Nursing requires all students to complete a mandatory Online Orientation and quiz. Through this orientation, you will become acquainted with program and college policies.

    • Please click here to complete the Online Orientation
    • The Online Orientation satisfies the USF Orientation requirement. You do not have to attend an on campus transfer orientation but you are more than welcome to sign up if you wish.


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    titleStep 4: Review Personalized Program Plan in DegreeWorks

    Your individual program plan and degree audit (showing outstanding General Education/State Mandated graduation requirements) can be accessed through USF’s online degree audit system, DegreeWorks. You can access DegreeWorks through OASIS (http://oasis.usf.edu/) using your NetID and password.

    Items to note when reviewing DegreeWorks:

    • The Planner tab in DegreeWorks will show a split screen; one screen showing the full degree audit (items in green are complete; items in red are outstanding) and one screen showing your Nursing degree plan for your entire program.
      • RN Nursing coursework is intended to be taken in the order listed in your program plan. If you register for a Nursing course outside of your program plan without pre-approval, you may be dropped from that course.
      • The High Impact Practice and Ethical Reasoning & Civic Engagements are built into your Nursing coursework and will be covered by core Nursing classes.
      • A Portfolio requirement is built into your Nursing coursework and will be graded at the end of NUR4634C in your last semester.
      • Most USF General Education requirements that you may need can be taken at any time during your program, but our recommendations are listed on your degree plan.
    • USF Undergraduate Admissions has taken into consideration transfer credit received from your previous institutions. However, DegreeWorks sometimes requires manual application of those credits to the College of Nursing requirements, so please let us know if you see anything missing that you think you have taken.
    • Note that your ASN Nursing courses have not been counted for credit - if you are in need of additional credit in DegreeWorks in excess of the 30 credits in nursing and any other outstanding requirements you have, we will count your nursing courses for credit to cover the outstanding value. This will happen in your first semester once you're enrolled.


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    titleStep 5: Determine if you need to complete and return the USF Health Immunization Form from Student Health Services (optional depending on schedule)

    The USF Health Immunization Form from Student Health Services is not the same as the Castle Branch Profile immunization requirements and cannot be used in-lieu of completing the Castle Branch immunization requirements.

    • The USF Health Immunization Form is required ONLY if you plan on attending on-campus courses for any required FKLgeneral education courses, Foreign Language, or State Mandated requirements.
    • The hold for the USF health form Health Immunization Form will always show on your student account unless you complete the above form. If you choose to only take online courses, this hold should never prevent you from registering for your courses.
    • If you plan to take on-campus classes, the form must be completed by a licensed ARNP or Physician. Office stamps and/or additional attached documentation will not be accepted in lieu of a Provider’s signature and license number. Immunization records, along with your signed USF Medical History form, can be scanned and submitted electronically on the Student Health Services website -http https://www.usf.edu/student-affairs/student-health-services/servicesimmunizations/untitled.aspx


    Here is your official invitation to the RN to BS Orientation!

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    titleStep 6: RSVP for Orientation: Attend the Virtual RN-BS
    BSN Welcome and Connect Event

    We strongly encourage you to take the opportunity to join us at the USF College of Nursing for RN-BS Orientation. Many students find that this event provides them with essential tools for success and is the best place to get questions answered prior to the start of the semesterus online for the Virtual RN-BSN Town Hall Event. You'll get to meet some of the faculty that will be teaching your courses. You'll also get to meet your academic advisors. There will be a short presentation followed by question and answer session. While not mandatory, it is highly recommended.


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    titleStep 7: Review Your Financial Aid Eligibility Requirements
    Log into OASIS to view your Financial Aid information. Be sure to note your credit limit (if applicable). If you have any questions regarding your account, please schedule with the USF Health Office of Financial Aid by using Archivum.


    Section 2: Prior to the Start of the Semester


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    titleStep 1: Register for Classes!

    Once you have completed the steps in Section I 1 and received email notification that the holds have been removed from your account, you are able to register for your courses.

    If you are seeking tuition reimbursement though your employer be sure to confirm policies and requirements prior to registration!

    To register:

    There will be a $100 late fee if you register after after Friday, January 8th6th. For more information please view the fee information HERE



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    titleStep 2: Obtain USF Photo ID Card

    All new USF students should obtain a USF Photo ID before the start of the Spring 20212023 semester.

    You will need $10.00 (cash or check), a photo ID, and your USF ID number.
    You can order online via their website here HERE or visit their office on campus.

    • Student Service Building (SVC) Room 1032.

    • Hours: Monday - Thursday: 9:00am-6:00pm and Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm 

    •  

    • For more information, call 813-974-2357. 


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    titleStep 3: Complete HIPAA Certification

    RN-BS BSN students are required to complete the HIPAA certification before the first day of classes (January 11th, 2021). January 9th, 2023. 

    • Please note: if you previously completed a HIPAA certification through your employer, this can be used in-lieu of completing the certification below. Please make sure you upload to your Castle Branch Account. 
      • Access the website https://portal.castlebranch.com/ud98

      • Please select UF17hippaUF17hipaa:HIPPA HIPAA eLearning Tracker

      • After you have completed HIPAA training, be sure to print a copy of your certificate as this must be uploaded to your Castle Branch Account.
      • NOTE: Please disable any pop-up blockers before attempting the modules. In addition, make sure to follow all on-screen instructions when exiting the modules. Incorrectly exiting the modules may result in not receiving full completion credit for your attempt. For  For additional assistance, please contact the Service Desk at 888-723-4263 or visit https://mycb.castlebranch.com/help for further information.



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    titleStep 4: Ordering Textbooks

    Textbooks for online classes may be purchased by contacting through the USF Bookstore in three different ways:

    • Visit the USF
    Health Science Center Bookstore.
    • Instructions on how to identify your course textbooks for the College of Nursing:
        Visit
        • Go to the
        bookstore
        • website
        here :usfhealthstore/home
      • Click the “Books” link
      • Enter your course information in the drop-down menu on the right
        • shop/textbooks-and-course-materials
        • Option 1: You may find the books you need with your 8-digit Student ID #
        • Option 2:  Click on "Enter Courses", select "USF Tampa" as your program and the term from the drop-down menu. Then, select NUR for department, course number and section number to view and and add your selection to the cart. 
          • If you do not know certain details of your course (number or section)
          confirm
          • use your registration info
          in
          • from OASIS
        • *If no textbooks are listed, it may mean that your instructor has not yet added them
        yet with the bookstore
        • . Contact your instructor
        for more information.

       

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    titleStep 5: Review the Computer Requirements, Writing Expectations and Tips for Academic Success documents

    The RN-BSN program courses are 100% online (not including the experiential learning hours) and require daily access to the online classroom (Canvas) and email. 

    All USF College of Nursing students are required to have a laptop/notebook computer with wireless internet connection. Students are also required to have a compatible webcam and microphone; the webcam and microphone should either be built into your notebook or be a portable model. Specific information on requirements can be found here. Students in all nursing courses are expected to meet these requirements to successfully participate in their courses. Failure to meet these technology standards may result in inability to complete course or program requirements. It is the student's responsibility to ensure all requirements are met prior to the start of the semester. The USF Computer Store offers laptop "bundles" and discounted software for registered students. For more information, visit http://www.computerstore.usf.edu.

    Additionally, as a Baccalaureate program, the RN-BSN program will expect a certain level of scholarly writing. Review the following documents to help prepare for and understand the program’s requirements

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    titleStep 6: Review Canvas Tutorials and Download the App!

    The following link will help you to navigate and to better understand CANVAS, USF’s online portal for classes.

    Canvas has a mobile app for your tablet and phone! Follow the link below for download instructions!

    Section 3: The First Week of Classes and Beyond

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    titleStep 1: Mandatory First Day Attendance

    Your courses have a mandatory first day check in online on January 11th!  If you do not log in to your courses and complete any required assignments by the deadline, you will be dropped from your course(s).

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    titleStep 2: Tuition Payment

    Tuition is due at the end of the first week of classes (Friday, January 15th at 5pm).

    • VISA is not accepted by the Cashier’s Office for tuition payments
    • If you are seeking tuition reimbursement though your employer be sure to confirm policies and requirements prior to registration
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    titleStep 3: Add/Drop

    You have until Friday, January 15th at 5pm of the first week of the semester to make modifications to your schedule (add/drop) with no academic or financial penalty.

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    titleStep 4: Keep up with your Academic Advisors

    Advisors cannot assist with any difficulties if they are not made aware of the problems. Please communicate any difficulties during the registration process with your advisor(s).

    • Check the Canvas RN Academic Advising message board for important deadlines
    • Check USF email DAILY and link to your smart phone
    • Archivum Appointments: Phone or In-Person appointments can be made through USF's online appointment scheduler -  Archivum
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    titleStep 5: Review Experiential Learning information for Semester II

    The RN to Bachelor’s curriculum is designed to integrate new practice related knowledge and skills to function in the professional role as a Baccalaureate prepared nurse.  Experiential Learning is a required element in three of the core courses.  Students in NUR 4828C complete their Experiential Learning hours at their place of employment if the facility approves. It is the expectation that the student would have an opportunity in this situation to gain a broader and deeper perspective of his or her own organization, as well as for the employer to have the opportunity to provide a forum for professional growth within the organization for the employee.  Additional hours are incorporated in NUR 4169C and NUR 4634C to meet student learning outcomes in Evidence Based Practice and Population Health through faculty guided experiences.

    An appropriate practicum facility allows students to complete the following tasks:

    • Organizational cultural assessment
    • Patient education project 
    • Evidence-based practice project
    • Assessment of a specific patient population using health    care issues and community resources

    Please keep in mind; it is your responsibility to please notify us if your employment has changed since filling out your SOAR application.

    Students who do not have an approved work location for Experiential Learning hours will be placed in the Tampa Bay area on a space available basis.

    The College of Nursing is unable to guarantee a specific time/schedule or specific preceptor availability for students requiring placement. The student must be able to complete their hours when the preceptor is available to them. Generally, there are no weekend and evening hours available. These hours are intended to be done outside of your normal work hours.

    If you plan to move out of state during your RN to BSN program you must contact your advisor ASAP. Experiential Learning hours must be completed in the state of Florida.

     

    Dates to Remember:

    November 27th
    • Intent to enroll deadline
    • Deadline to request full time enrollment
    December 4th
    • RN - BSN Virtual Welcome Event
    • RSVP Here  for the  RN to BS Orientation
    December 31st
    • Deadline to purchase CastleBranch
    January 8th
    •
      • for more information.


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    titleStep 5: Review the Computer Requirements, Writing Expectations, & Campus Resource Documents

    The RN-BSN program courses are 100% online (not including the experiential learning hours) and require daily access to the online classroom (Canvas) and email. 

    All USF College of Nursing students are required to have a laptop/notebook computer with wireless internet connection. Students are also required to have a compatible webcam and microphone. The webcam and microphone should either be built into your notebook or be a portable model. Specific information on requirements can be found here. Students in all nursing courses are expected to meet these requirements to successfully participate in their courses. Failure to meet these technology standards may result in inability to complete course or program requirements. It is the student's responsibility to ensure all requirements are met prior to the start of the semester. The USF Computer Store offers laptop "bundles" and discounted software for registered students. For more information, visit https://www.usf.edu/computer-store/

    Additionally, as a Baccalaureate program, the RN-BSN program will expect a certain level of scholarly writing. Review the following documents to help prepare for and understand the program’s requirements:


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    titleStep 6: Review Canvas Tutorials and Download the App!

    The following link will help you to navigate and to better understand CANVAS, USF’s online portal for classes.

    Canvas has a mobile app for your tablet and phone! Follow the link below for download instructions!


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    titleStep 7: Review the College of Nursing Handbook

    Learn more about the College of Nursing, our academic policies, and our student resources by reading the College of Nursing Handbook found here.


    Section 3: The First Week of Classes and Beyond


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    titleStep 1: Mandatory First Day Attendance

    Your courses have a mandatory first day check in online on January9th!  If you do not log in to your courses and complete any required assignments by the deadline, you will be dropped from your course(s).


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    titleStep 2: Tuition Payment

    Tuition is due at the end of the first week of classes (Friday, January 13th at 5pm).

    • VISA is not accepted by the Cashier’s Office for tuition payments
    • If you are seeking tuition reimbursement though your employer be sure to confirm policies and requirements prior to registration


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    titleStep 3: Add/Drop

    You have until Friday, January 13th at 5pm of the first week of the semester to make modifications to your schedule (add/drop) with no academic or financial penalty.


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    titleStep 4: Keep up with your Academic Advisor

    Your advisor cannot assist with any difficulties if they are not made aware of the problems. Please communicate any difficulties during the registration process with your advisor(s).

    • Check the Canvas RN Academic Advising message board for important deadlines and scholarship information
    • Check USF email DAILY and link to your smart phone
    • Archivum Appointments: Phone or In-Person appointments can be made through USF's online appointment scheduler -  Archivum



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    titleStep 5: Review Experiential Learning Information for Semester II

    The RN to Bachelor’s curriculum is designed to integrate new practice related knowledge and skills to function in the professional role as a Baccalaureate prepared nurse.  Students typically complete NUR4828C: Essentials of Healthcare Leadership & Management in the second semester of the BSN program. 

    If you plan to move out of state during your RN to BSN program you must contact your advisor ASAP. Experiential Learning hours must be completed in the state of Florida.

    The Experiential Learning within NUR4828C consists of 10 hours of one-on-one interviews and observational experiences. The learning is facilitated by the professor of your course using multi-modal strategies. 


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    titleStep 6: Submit Final Transcripts

    Once your final grades have posted and/or your degree has been awarded at your current institution in Fall 2022, please do not forget to send an official transcript to USF Office of Admissions. If the Office of Admissions does not receive your final transcripts they can place a hold on your account which will prevent you from registering for future courses.


    Dates to Remember:


    October 31st
    • Registration for spring 2023 opens
    December 8th
    • RN - BSN Virtual town hall Event
              December 9th
    • INTENT TO ENROLL DUE
    January 6th
    • Last day to register for classes without late fee ($100)
    January
    11th
    9th
      •
      • Classes Begin - Please log into courses on the first day and complete assignments or you will be dropped for non-attendance
      January 15th
       •
      • All Castle Branch requirements must be completed and approved
      January 13th
      • Last day to Add/Drop courses  without financial penalty by 5pm
      •
      • Tuition is due by 5pm
      March 26th
       • All Castle Branch requirements must be completed and approved in order to register Summer 2020 classes


       

      Library Resources:

      Contact Us:

      USF College of Nursing,
      Student Affairs
      12901 Bruce B. Downs
      Blvd., MDC 22
      Tampa, FL 33612

      Phone: 813-974-2191


      Fax: 813-974-3118