University of South Florida College of Nursing

The Scholars will engage in meaningful conversation with registered nurses who currently work at Advent Health. The conversations could include day to day responsibilities of a nurse, challenges and rewards, or the educational path taken by the nurses.

2:00 pm – 2:30 pm Windshield

Survey Introduction

Scholars will be invited to conduct a Windshield Survey, which is a survey performed by health professionals to collect data to assess people and the environment to develop a Community Health Plan. This activity will assist in the case studies presented the next day.

Day 2 – July 15th, 2023

The scholars will be assisted by the RN to apply critical thinking skills in the presented case studies and learn how a nurse would respond to these situations in everyday life at the bedside. Case studies will vary but focus on health aspects students may be familiar with or which may impact their community, such as diabetes.

10:00 am – 11:00 am Ph.D.

Project Presentation

In this session, a Ph.D. student will discuss their doctoral project and share their research experience in nursing with the scholars. After the presentation, scholars will be encouraged to ask questions and consider topics they might want to research in their community.

11:00 am – 11:15 am Break 11:15 am – 11:45 pm

Knowing what it takes?

An educator with K-12 administration experience will discuss how to prepare for college and the educational tool available to support college students with learning disabilities. The educator will also answer questions and help clarify any misconceptions they may have regarding the difference between high school and college courses.