Nursing Student Vloggers

Happy December to you all!



Finals are upon us, and many students must plan how to go about studying and prioritizing for the upcoming stressful week. There are some great vlogs by nursing students such as yourselves that give great tips and advice on studying, classwork, test taking, etc. Below are some popular nursing student vlogs for you to check out:

Make sure to take advantage of the stress minimizers that are available to students on campus. For example, the health promotion office will be offering free breakfast and study kits to students at the Health Promotion office; 726 Broadway 3rd floor; starting this Monday December 8th. Breakfast will be given from 9am to 11am, and study kits can be picked up throughout the day. 

     We draw your attention to the following reminders for this upcoming week:

Scholarship Deadlines

The Foundation of the National Students Nurses Association Undergraduate Scholarship Program

Due January 16th (click above for more information)

Go Red Multicultural Scholarship Fund

Due December 31st (click above for more information)

March of Dimes Graduate Nursing Scholarship

Due January 30th (click above for more information)

Certified Background-Graduate Nursing Student Academy Scholarship

Due January 31st (click above for more information)

I don't have time to get sick!

Hey students! As we begin midterms next week, we want to remind you how important it is to stay healthy. It is officially flu season and it is essential to take certain precautions especially as college students. Getting sick as nursing students can be an academic setback. Be sure to get plenty of rest, and that includes naps when you get the chance to. Also, drink plenty of water throughout the day. The following are simple ways to decrease your chances of getting sick; the following are a few CDC recommendations:

1. Avoid close contact with those that are sick

2. Stay home when you are sick.

3. Cover your mouth and nose.

4. Wash your hands often (20 seconds is preferred)

5. Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth.

Here are few reminders for the upcoming week:

·       -  David J. Knight and Joseph P. Colagreco HIV Nursing Scholarship Fund

William and Evelyn Frissel Scholarship

 Both due NEXT WEEK, October 15^th!

·      -  Salary Negotiation for Graduate Students.

 Learn how to address tough salary questions during an interview, manage potential factors, and  much more. October 12^th at 12:30-1:30PM. Wasserman Center main office.

·     -  Stressbusters wind down Wednesday

A signature event; come on in for a free relaxing 5 minute back rub. Occurs every week Wednesday, 3:30-4:30PM. Student health center health promotion office, 726 Broadway 3^rd floor. 

What is CMEP?

Diversity on Campus

Hello nursing students! Do you know what CMEP is? Do you know what it can offer you? The Center for Multicultural Education and Programs is a collaboration of students, administrators, faculty, and community partners to enhance intercultural awareness. Stop by during their Monday drop in hours for a chat and some refreshments.

As nursing students, we understand that your schedule is full with little time in between. If you do have some free time, we implore you to check out some of the programs and events that the CMEP offers Also, sign up for the CMEPbreakfast series and grad student dinners.

Reminders for this upcoming week:

-TEST TAKING STRATEGIES WORKSHOP:

By Dr. Emerson, Clinical Assistant Professor

Thursday, October 9, 2014, 2:00pm-3:15pm

Nursing Conference Center 10^th floor 726 Broadway

New York, NY 1003

-UPCOMING SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES:

The David J. Knight and Joseph P. Colagreco HIV nursingscholarship fund

William and Evely Frissel Scholarship

Both scholarship applications are due on October 15, 2014

-HONOR SOCIETY OFNURSING, SIGMA THETA TAU INTERNATIONAL:

Applications for membership for undergrad students who completed their second nursing sequence are now being accepted; for more information and to apply go here.

-MAKING STRIDES AGAINSTBREAST CANCER:

Join the NYU Nursing Team in the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk. You can donate or join walk with the Nursing Team on Sunday, October 19 2014. Get more information and register here.

Welcome!

Congratulations and welcome to the College of Nursing! We welcome all new and transfer students to the College for another great year of nursing. 

This year, and every year, we encourage you to take advantage of the many resources at your disposal at NYU. Some of them are outlined below but keep in mind there are may more; it's up to you to use them and make the most of your college journey.

Student Health Center - https://www.nyu.edu/life/safety-health-wellness/student-health-center.html

Student Resource Center - https://www.nyu.edu/life/resources-and-services/student-resourcecenter.html

Library - http://library.nyu.edu/

NYU Wellness Exchange - https://www.nyu.edu/life/safety-health-wellness/student-health-center/services/mental-health.html

Good luck this year and please don't hesitate to contact us if you need anything!

A Big Welcome...

To our new Assistant Dean of Advising and Academic Services - Dr. Rachelle Sussman Rumph. We sat down with Rachelle to ask her a few questions so you could all get to know her better. 

What is your role at the College of Nursing?
As the Assistant Dean of Advising and Academic Services, I oversee the professional advising staff and all issues pertaining to advising at NYUCN. I also advise students and support our faculty advisors. 

What do you look forward to most in your new role?
Having the opportunity to help the NYUCN student population realize their intellectual and professional goals as much as possible. Getting to know students, learning more about your backgrounds, experiences, and circumstances that brought you here to NYUCN.


How long have you been at NYU?
I have been at NYU in various roles since 2000. I started as an Academic Advisor at Steinhardt in the Media, Culture, and Communication (MCC) department. I pursued a PhD in MCC, and I am also an adjunct instructor in MCC. Most recently, I was the Associate Director of Academic Support at the College of Arts & Science.

What is your favorite part of NYU?
The diversity you find at NYU, geographically, among student populations, and the diversity of opinions and professional backgrounds within the University. I am also amazed by our faculty at NYU. And of course, the location and delicious food options that surround us.

What are your interests and hobbies outside of being the Assistant Dean of Advising?
A majority of my time is spent raising my two little ones. My daughter is six and my son is three; they keep me quite busy so while I am not here, I am tending to them! 

Lastly, what are your tips for success for our nursing students?
Use the resources around you. NYU has so many, including amazing faculty, professional advisors, tutoring centers, the writing center, and the University Learning Center. 
Also, remember that your time in college goes by quickly. We are aware you are very busy, but it's important to take stock and remember this is a wonderful time for you as you're pursuing your career goals in a top notch research University, in one of the greatest cities in the world. It's an exciting time.

We are all very excited to have Rachelle join our team as our new leader. Make sure you stop by the office and say hello to her! 

Resources at NYU

We hope everyone is off to great start this semester! While you're a busy student at NYU, don't forget to take advantage of a variety of support services at NYU. Below are just a few:

Money Management Resources
It can be tough managing a small budget as a student. So take advantage of resources on banking in NYC, living off campus, college spending, and much more. Click here for more information.

Career Development
While you're a student you're also thinking about your career! Visit the Wasserman Center and use the wide range of free resources offered. You can walk-in and ask someone to review your resume on the spot! 

The Wellness Exchange
Students face challenges ranging from dealing with a difficult roommate to managing unexpected emotional stress. Visit the Wellness Exchange at NYU for free one-on-one counseling sessions, group workshops, hand-outs, and more! As always, you can speak to a counselor 24/7 by calling 212.443.9999.

Dining Services
While your mind is busy studying - don't forget to nourish your body. NYU Dining Services offers a variety of food options and places to eat on campus. They also offer options for students with food allergies, and other dietary restrictions. Visit their website for more information.

This is just a glimpse of what NYU offers. If you need more information feel free to email us at nursingadvising@nyu.edu and we will point you in the right direction.

Good luck this semester!

Ciao!

Ciao! We're so excited about study away that we want to remind you about our upcoming info session:

Winter 2014 Study Away Applications Available Now

We are pleased to announce that the applications for the Florence, Italy and Buenos Aires, Argentina Winter 2014 Study Away Sessions are now available. Make sure you do not miss the opportunity to expand your worldview by studying away. The deadline for both applications is September 25, 2013 at 5:00pm. Please contact the Interim Student Affairs Officer, Titilayo Kuti (tok207@nyu.edu) for application details.

Florence Winter 2014 Study Away Information Session
Tuesday, September 17, 2013
6:00pm – 7:00pm

NYU College of Nursing
Nursing Conference Center
726 Broadway

If you're one of our traditional undergraduate students: Don't miss the September 15th application deadline through global programs! Sign up for a weekly info session here. 

Time Flies By....

Time Flies By....

When you're a nursing student! 

Can you believe we're already more than half way through summer? Can't find enough time to study, spend time with friends, read for class, prepare for the next exam, or even cook dinner? Try some of these time management tips and stay tuned for workshops this fall.

1) Write down where you are spending your time. For example, on average how many hours per week do you sleep (including naps)? Commute? Spend with friends, going out, watching tv? Getting ready? Add up the total hours. There are 168 hours in a week, subtract your total from 168. How many hours are remaining? This is how much time you have left to study. Do you need to make any adjustments to your schedule? 

2) Use a time management tool such as your NYU google calendar. You week should look something like this: 

Notice all the different color blocks? Each color represents an activity. For example: Yellow - Breaks/out with friends, Green - Extra curricular activities, Red - class. This way you have a visual of how much time you are spending. The calendar is an excellent tool to organize your time and it sends you reminders!

3) Use SMART goal setting to manage your time too. For example: S for SPECIFIC: "Read for Actute Psychology for two hours" This is NOT a specific goal because it does not tell you what you are going to read and how much. A more SPECIFIC goal would be: "Read and take notes on chapter's 7&8 in 60 minutes. Complete 5 NCLEX questions in 10 minutes." Refer to our previous post about SMART goal setting for more information. 

These are just a few suggestions. Contact our office at nursingadvising@nyu.edu if you would like to set up an appointment with a professional academic advisor to chat one on one about time management. 

Have You Been Going to Tutoring?

The Office of Academic Advising and Learning Development is currently offering free group tutoring for A & E II/Pharmacotherapeutics (Pharm). It is not too late to participate!

Tutoring sessions are led by NYUCN faculty member Professor Ed Chung.

The sessions take place in 25 West 4th St, Room C-9 every Monday from 6:00-7:30pm.

Please reach out to a member of the Academic Advising Team with any tutoring related questions!

Taking a CAS course? Need tutoring? Reach out to the University Learning Center! They offer free tutoring for students in any liberal arts course depending on summer availability.

Stand Out As A Nursing Professional

Want to make yourself stand out as a nursing professional? Professional organizations can help you in your nursing career!

Why join a professional nursing organization? Because these organizations are a fantastic way to network with other nursing professionals in your specialty area, learn about new research in the field, appreciate the recognition that comes from being a member, and much more! 

You can join organizations such as the American Nurses Association or a specialty group such as the Emergency Nurses Association. Read about the possibilities below.

There are hundreds of organizations! This is just a handful for you to begin thinking about. Try searching for more associations and organizations through a simple google search.
National Student Nurses Association

http://www.nsna.org/ 

American Nurses Association
http://www.nursingworld.org/

National Black Nurses Association, Inc.
http://www.nbna.org/

Latinos Aspiring To Imagine Nursing Opportunities
http://nursing.nyu.edu/latinos

American Academy of Nursing
http://www.aannet.org/

American Association of Critical Care Nurses

http://www.aacn.org/

Emergency Nurses Association

http://www.ena.org/Pages/default.aspx

Approaching Final Exam Time!

As you are approaching final exam time, the Office of Academic Advising wants to remind you of a few helpful tips for studying and taking exams during this stressful period. 

In case you weren't able to attend the time management and study skills academic workshop this semester, here are some tips that may be helpful in navigating the time spent preparing for finals: Helpful Tips for Conquering Exam Day!

You can also reference the helpful tips offered by Dr. Ann Marie Mauro posted to our blog here.

Remember to relax when possible and seek help when needed. You are almost done so hang in there!

Good luck!
The NYUCN Advising Team

Thinking About Your Nursing Career?

Some of you may be graduating in May and looking for a job or some of you may be thinking about your nursing career in general! Either way it makes sense to wonder what others in the field are doing. Dr. Emerson Ea, NYUCN Clinical Assistant Professor, and one of his colleagues have compiled 201 Careers in Nursing, to assist RNs in knowing the many options that exist for nursing professionals. 201 careers is quite a lot!

Think about some of these careers in nursing: 

• Allergy/Immunology Nurse—an allergy/immunology nurse focuses on the care of patients with chronic allergic conditions.  These conditions include asthma, allergic rhinitis, urticaria, and atopic dermatitis. Duties include providing direct patient care and health education and in most cases, administrative responsibilities such as Allergy Office Manager.
• Correctional Facility Nurse—the nurse who works in a correctional facility provides health care for all inmates. This includes case management, responding to episodes of acute illness, managing emergency calls, psychiatric evaluations, and assessment of new inmates. Types of patients are those with health problems related to chronic illness, AIDS, substance abuse, renal failure/dialysis, respiratory diseases, and terminal cancer.
• Cruise Ship/Resort Nurses—these nurses work on ships or at resorts to provide emergency and general care to passengers/vacationers, should it be required. These nurses also serve as part of the occupational health team for crew members who live on the ship for 6 to 8 months at a time, or for the staff at resorts. Responsibilities include providing patient care in the Health Center and dealing with on-site emergencies. This work offers flexibility! Assignments are 3 to 6 month contract positions, living and working with the same people, and meeting people from around the world.   

The Wasserman Center collaborates with NYUCN to provide career counseling for nursing students. Be sure to contact nursingadvising@nyu.edu or the Wasserman Center for more information.

Good luck!

The NYUCN Advising Team 

Managing Test Anxiety

Do you experience nervousness and anxiety before taking an exam? Do you worry that you might not be able to recall the correct answer in a test environment? If so, you are not alone. Feelings of nervousness and self-doubt are extremely common when a person is faced with the situation of having to "perform."

Here are a few tips that can help to alleviate some of the "butterflies" before an exam.

Use the acronym P-R-E-P-A-R-E!


P - Positive self-talk: In the moments before an exam, it is important to reassure yourself and to focus on positive thoughts. Here are some examples to help you get started: "I prepared to the best of my ability," "I am ready for this exam," "I believe in myself," "I am capable of doing well," and "I am proud of myself for taking on this challenge."

R - Relax: Relax your body and clear your mind by breathing in deeply over several seconds and then slowly releasing your breath. Repeat this technique at least three times.

E - Exam day: Before exam day picture the physical space of the exam room in your head. Create an image of yourself at a desk, methodically going through the exam. If possible, determine the test format and the total number of questions prior to the exam day.

P - Plan ahead: Before you enter the classroom, organize yourself by turning off your cell phone, putting away notes, and bring anything you need for the exam (e.g. #2 pencil).

A - Arrive early: Give yourself extra travel time on the day of exam. Anticipate traffic or delays on the subway.

R - Remember to focus: If your mind goes blank on a question and you feel a sense of panic coming over you, take a deep breath, focus, employ positive self-talk for a moment and then refocus your attention back to the exam.

E - Evaluate: In instances were your time may be limited, evaluate the questions and answer what you are confident in first, and then spend any remaining time on re-examining the more challenging questions. If you cannot recall or identify the answer to a question, make a notation by the question and move on to the next question. 

The best way to build confidence in test taking is to be fully prepared for the exam, which requires significant and effective studying throughout the semester. That said, severe anxiety can still impact a fully-prepared student's performance.

If you feel as though anxiety is affecting your academic performance, contact your academic advisor and the Office of Academic Advising & Learning Development. We are here to help and support you!

Lastly, whatever your level of anxiety, take advantage of the counseling services and stress-relief workshops offered by NYU's Student Health & Wellness Center.

Good luck!
The NYUCN Advising Team

Registration is Upon Us!

Greetings students!

Summer and Fall 2013 Registration is already upon us! The Office of Academic Advising and Learning Development is here to help you with all of your registration needs. Please keep in mind the following dates/instructions:

Fall 2013 Registration Procedures 

for BS Pre-Nursing Sequence, MS, DNP & PhD students

The registration period for Fall 2013 classes will begin the week of April 22, 2013.

Registration will be based on appointment time, which indicates the earliest possible time to enroll into Fall 2013 classes. Appointment times will be posted the week of March 25, 2013 on the main page of your Albert student center in the enrollment dates box. 

Advising meetings for Fall 2013 registration will begin on Monday, March 4, 2013 and will continue throughout the week of registration. 

Summer and Fall 2013

BS Students Enrolling into the Nursing Clinical Sequence

Advising meetings for Fall 2013 registration will begin on Monday, March 4, 2013. 

Summer 2013 - Students Entering Nursing Sequence II or III

April 1, 2013: Clinical Tool will be sent via NYU email

April 5, 2013 @ 5:00 pm: Deadline for completing and submitting the Clinical Tool online

April 15, 2013: Students will be registered and sent a confirmation email

Fall 2013 - Students Entering Nursing Sequence I , III or IV

April 22, 2013: Clinical Tool will be sent via NYU email

April 26, 2013 @ 5:00 pm: Deadline for completing and submitting the Clinical Tool

May 13, 2013: Students will be registered and sent a confirmation email

Be sure to check your NYU email for detailed instructions on registration procedures. You can also contact your advisor or email nursingadvising@nyu.edu.

Best of luck!

The NYUCN Advising Team

Time Flies By....

When you're a nursing student! 

Does the day seem to fly by and you still have plenty to do? Can't find enough time to study, spend time with friends, read for class, prepare for the next exam, or even cook dinner? Try some of these time management tips and be sure to attend one of our workshops for more information:

1) Write down where you are spending your time. For example, on average how many hours per week do you sleep (including naps)? Commute? Spend with friends, going out, watching tv? Getting ready? Add up the total hours. There are 168 hours in a week, subtract your total from 168. How many hours are remaining? This is how much time you have left to study. Do you need to make any adjustments to your schedule? 

2) Use a time management tool such as your NYU google calendar. You week should look something like this: 

Notice all the different color blocks? Each color represents an activity. For example: Yellow - Breaks/out with friends, Green - Extra curricular activities, Red - class. This way you have a visual of how much time you are spending. The calendar is an excellent tool to organize your time and it sends you reminders!

3) Use SMART goal setting to manage your time too. For example: S for SPECIFIC: "Read for Actute Psychology for two hours" This is NOT a specific goal because it does not tell you what you are going to read and how much. A more SPECIFIC goal would be: "Read and take notes on chapter's 7&8 in 60 minutes. Complete 5 NCLEX questions in 10 minutes." Refer to our previous post about SMART goal setting for more information. 

These are just a few suggestions. Contact our office at nursingadvising@nyu.edu if you would like to set up an appointment with a professional academic advisor to chat one on one about time management. 

S-M-A-R-T Goals for the New Year

Winter break is a great time to think about setting goals for the new year and semester. As the semester approaches, the Office of Academic Advising would like to remind you of a strategy that we strongly support. Often, we encourage students to make use of S.M.A.R.T. goal setting! Not sure where to begin? Think of the acronym:

S-Specific
Being specific is helpful because it forces you to clearly define what is you want to do, why you want to do it, and how you are going to get it done. Specificity focuses your efforts, which is essential in the NYUCN program because there is a lot to do and not much time to get it all done. 


M-Measurable
Setting measurable goals is tied closely to your goal being specific. You want to ensure that you can have a means to measure progress and watch the change happen. Then, you can determine if the goal you set needs to be adjusted or if you were able to successfully complete it. For instance, when studying, you could include the chapter numbers as well as the number of pages you want to complete within a given time (ex. I will read pages 127-145 of chapter 7 in one hour).


A-Attainable
When setting goals you want to make sure that you are able to keep yourself motivated to continuously achieve. Setting goals that stretch you slightly is the best way to do it. If you set a goal that you know is unattainable you won't be motivated to achieve it--your commitment to the goal will be hard to maintain. In contrast, setting attainable goals helps you develop a skill set to make the impossible possible by way of small, measurable steps!

R-Realistic This is not to say that the goals you set should be easy . Much like setting attainable goals, your goals should also be realistic. You want to ensure that you are challenging yourself enough but that you also have the support in place, currently, to be able to meet the challenge/goal you set for yourself. Set goals for where you are and as you meet them, adjust them and set new goals.

T-Timely
Be sure that you set a clear time frame with an endpoint to work toward. Based on the goal, give yourself a period, one week, two weeks, etc. Make sure the time frame you choose is measurable, attainable, and realistic!


As you can see, many of the steps in this method are interrelated. They all work together to assist you in setting excellent goals so that you can  meet your mark and excel in school and in nursing.

If you have any questions about how to set your goals or develop study strategies to implement these steps, make an appointment with a member of the Administrative Advising Team! We are here to help.

Alumni Voices: Graduate Nursing

Curious about what our Alumni are up to? Now we will share their stories and advice! Check this blog often for updates as we feature stories from our Graduate alumni. Whether you're anxious about life after nursing school, what to expect in your professional career, wondering about careers in the nursing field or anything else, stay tuned for updates to this blog for loads of insight!

Kirstie's Voice: "Be relentless. Have courage. Be honest. Be open. Be humble. Challenges will come. Stay calm and have patience!"








Kirstie Toussaint, Graduate of the Nursing Administration program at NYUCurrent position: Clinical Transformation Manager, North Shore LIJ Lenox HillDescribe your current position in the field of nursing:  In my role I coordinate all of the Collaborative Care Councils and I also teach and re-enforce the principles of TeamSTEPPS. Collaborative Care Councils are similar to shared governance but interdisciplinary. The councils are unit, department, and discipline based. I attend the council meetings and, through dialogue, promote and support cultural change. Council members work on projects that improve patient experience, promote healthy workplaces, and improve efficiency as well as quality.

What is the most rewarding part of the position? In my role I work across all disciplines and departments. This gives me a very unique perspective and allows me to gain a better understanding of the work that takes places outside of the department of nursing. I also enjoy attending the council meetings. It provides many opportunities to discuss topics such as patient and family centered care, scope of practice, teamwork, and to broaden their horizons by helping them see the NSLIJ vision of a better future.  What advice would you give current students who are close to graduation in order to prepare for the workforce?  

• Never stop learning – read! Read journals, books, newspapers, anything you can get your hands on and in every field, not just nursing. If you come across something interesting, take notes and save them. 

• Keep your eyes open for and make a list of the people who inspire you. What draws you to them? How did they get where they are now? When you feel discouraged, pull your lists and notes out and read them. 

• Remind yourself of where you are headed. Never think you have the answers. Listen to others with your heart, your mind, your soul, and both ears. 

What, if anything, do you wish you had known before obtaining your current position? Nothing! I was well prepared for my role. First and foremost I knew that nothing in life would come easy, that I had to work hard for everything. I’m grateful for my experiences. I feel that my life has unfolded exactly the way it should.Final thoughts:  It’s hard to pinpoint one or two, but overall the need for true transformational leadership at all levels has never been clearer. When it exists and the council is successful, it’s a very good feeling. 

Stand out as a nursing professional!

Nursing Professional Organizations

Want to make yourself stand out as a nursing professional? Professional organizations can help you in your nursing career!

Why join a professional nursing organization? Because these organizations are a fantastic way to network with other nursing professionals in your specialty area, learn about new research in the field, appreciate the recognition that comes from being a member, and much more! You can join organizations such as the American Nurses Association or a specialty group such as the Emergency Nurses Association. Read about the possibilities below

There are hundreds of organizations! This is just a handful for you to begin thinking about. Try searching for more associations and organizations through a simple google search.



National Student Nurses Association

http://www.nsna.org/ 

American Nurses Association
http://www.nursingworld.org/

National Black Nurses Association, Inc.
http://www.nbna.org/

Latinos Aspiring To Imagine Nursing Opportunities
http://nursing.nyu.edu/latinos

American Academy of Nursing
http://www.aannet.org/

American Association of Critical Care Nurses

http://www.aacn.org/

Emergency Nurses Association

http://www.ena.org/Pages/default.aspx