Advanced Practice Orientation Resources

Congratulations on your admission to the Rutgers School of Nursing Graduate Programs! Please carefully review the information below and complete the onboarding items before orientation.

Orientation

New Student Orientation is scheduled for Monday, July 22, 2024. Expect to be present at orientation from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

Orientation will be virtual via Zoom. A Zoom link will be emailed prior to orientation.

Please RSVP for orientation by clicking on the link below:

RSVP for Orientation

Orientation will cover (but not limited to) the following topics/departments:

Academic Coaching/Office of Academic Success
Title IX
Disability Services
Violence Prevention Victim Assistance
Public Safety/Crime Prevention
Library Services
Technology
Student Health Services
Financial Aid
Registrar Services
Center for Clinical Learning

You will be meeting with your Specialty Director (SD) during orientation for program information and course advisement.

Checklist for Fall 2024 Onboarding:

Please complete the following items prior to orientation.

All resources to complete these items are on this webpage.

Let’s Get Started

Note: some of these steps cannot be completed until you register for classes AFTER orientation

Activate Net ID (included in your admissions deposit confirmation letter) You must activate your NetID before proceeding with many of the other steps on this page.
Upload photo for Rutgers ID. – It is required that all students have an ID card.
Complete Course Advisement
Graduate students receive advisement (course, clinical, schedule, academic, career, etc.) from the Program Specialty Director. Students should seek advisement from their advisors prior to registering each semester.If you are unsure who your Specialty Director is, you can access that information on the School of Nursing Directory.
View School of Nursing Specialty Directors
Complete all immunization requirements.
Log into the Medicat portal at https://patient-rbhs.medicatconnect.com/default.aspx to begin your immunization process.
Use your Rutgers NETID and password to log in. You will not be able to log in until your Rutgers credentials and email account are activated.
Please refer to this website for Category 1 or 4 according to your program.
https://njms.rutgers.edu/departments/family_medicine/shs/immun_son.php
View Immunization Orientation presentation slides
For School of Nursing updates, please visit COVID-19 Information – Rutgers School of Nursing
Confirm your attendance for RU Here – the pop-up appears when you log into your “My Rutgers Portal (typically 5 days before classes begin).
Fill out the Health Insurance Waiver – To enroll, please visit www.universityhealthplans.com. If you have any questions, please send an e-mail to insure@rutgers.edu
School Email – Important: sn.rutgers.edu is the official e-mail account for the School of Nursing, not Scarletmail. Please make sure that sn.rutgers.edu is your default email. Go to Manage email addresses. Select your “@sn.rutgers.edu” as the default email. Access your sn.rutgers.edu email at connect.rutgers.edu.

How to access School of Nursing email
Go to connect.rutgers.edu
Enter your School of Nursing Email YourNetID@sn.rutgers.edu
Enter the password associated with your NetID
Set the time zone

MyRutgers Student Portal – Students manage their student accounts and access many of the school services through their student portal. We call it “myRutgers,” located at my.rutgers.edu

Social Media – Make sure to follow us!
Instagram: @ru_engagedson
Twitter: @ru_engagedson
Facebook: facebook.com/ruengagedson/

Additional information

Below are some helpful resources and information to review prior to orientation.

Financial Resources and Presentations

Student Financial Aid
View RBHS/SON Financial Aid Website
View Financial Aid Orientation Presentation slides

Student Accounts, Billing, and Cashier Services
View Billing Website
View Graduate Tuition and Fees

Access campus services

IMPORTANT: The following items are necessary to complete the steps in the next section. If you have trouble accessing or using any of these, please see the Student Computing page.

Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) – Each student is required to have their own personal computer or functional device.
Parking – For information on-campus parking please view the parking website
Students cannot complete the parking process/request a permit until they are registered for Fall 2022 classes.

Division of Advanced Nursing Practice Handbook
There are numerous student resources available on the School of Nursing website. View Student School of Nursing Website Resources. Additionally, the Division of Advanced Nursing Practice Handbook is a good source of information and answers frequently asked questions.
View Division of Advanced Nursing Practice Handbook.

Advisement
Graduate students receive advisement (course, clinical, schedule, academic, career, etc.) from the Program Specialty Director. Students should seek advisement from their advisors prior to registering each semester.If you are unsure who your Specialty Director is, you can access that information on the School of Nursing Directory.
View School of Nursing Specialty Directors

Student Engagement
student.engagement@sn.rutgers.edu is the point of contact for students in need of extra support and/or to with the below resources.

Academic Resources

Course Registration (You will receive more information about course registration at Orientation)
The Office of the Registrar is available to answer questions regarding, registration, add/drop, and course withdrawal, transcripts, and enrollment verification.
View Registration Resources
Registrar Orientation Presentation
View Registration Steps

View all graduate student forms here

University Academic Calendar
This is a great place to check before you plan time-off.
View University Calendar

Office of Disability Services (ODS)
During this time of remote learning, there are tips available to students. View ODS Student Tips. If a student requires an academic and/or clinical accommodation, the student must complete the Registration Form for Disability Services. Once received, an ODS representative will contact the student and review/facilitate the request. For general inquires, students can email odsrbhs@ca.rutgers.edu or call 973 972 5396 or 973-640-0058.
View ODS Orientation Presentation slides

Please view this video for more information.

Temporary Conditions

Temporary conditions or injuries do not last long (typically 8 weeks or less), are not chronic, and have little or no outstanding or lasting effects. Although temporary conditions generally do not qualify as a disability under federal or state laws, the University does recognize that temporary conditions and injuries can be problematic and may adversely affect a student’s ability to fully participate in class.

Visit the Temporary Conditions website for more information.

Religious Accommodation
Rutgers University respects the religious diversity of its students, faculty, and staff. The University prohibits discrimination based on religion and will provide reasonable accommodations for students to enable them to exercise their sincerely-held religious beliefs, unless the accommodation imposes an undue hardship on the university. A reasonable religious accommodation is any adjustment to the work and/or academic environment that will allow the individual to practice his/her religion. Religious accommodation can only be provided to students with formal documentation.
View the Religious Accommodation Request Form

Attendance
View additional information regarding the School of Nursing Classroom and Clinical Attendance Policy

School of Nursing Academic Coaching
There are graduate student resources available through the School of Nursing.
View Office of Academic Success and SON Writing Resources
View Office of Academic Success Orientation Presentation slides

Library Resources
View Research Guides for DNP students,
View Research Guides for MSN students

Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Writing Center
There are graduate student writing support available through the RBHS Writing Center. View RBHS Writing Center Website.

Information Technology
View Student Computing Information

Support Resources

Student Wellness Program (Free Counseling Services)
Free student counseling services are available by virtual appointments. To schedule non-urgent appointments, please call (973) 972-5429. In case of emergency or after hours, please call (800) 327-3678.
View Student Wellness Website

Title IX
If you have a university concern surrounding sexual discrimination, sexual harassment, or sexual violence, a complaint can be filed by calling (973) 972-5374 or completing the electronic form.
View the Sexual Misconduct Reporting Form
View the Title IX Orientation Presentation slides

Violence Protection Victim Assistance (VPVA)
Services and support are available to all students with a history of harassment or violence and can be accessed by calling 973-972-4636 or scheduling an appointment through email vpva@rbhs.rutgers.edu
View VPVA Website
View VPVA Orientation Presentation slides

Rutgers University Police Department (RUPD)
The Rutgers University Police Department is present and active on all campuses and includes security escorts. View the RUPD – Newark Website.
View the Safety and Security Guide
View the Cell Phone Theft Prevention Poster
View the Newark Theft Prevention Poster
View the Security Escorts Guide

Clinical Compliance and Health Services

All students must complete clinical compliance requirements to be eligible to participate in clinical courses. Clinical compliance consists of health & immunization records, flu vaccination, CPR/BLS, current NJ RN license, criminal background check (good for 2 years), student disclosure form and drug screening (if applicable; see individual program requirements). We encourage all students to start the clinical compliance process the semester prior to the clinical semester. Any questions or concerns please contact the Office of Clinical Compliance at clinicalclearance@sn.rutgers.edu.

Student Health Services
Students can schedule virtual appointments by calling (973) 972-8219.
View Student Health Services Website
View Student Health Services Orientation Presentation slides

Clinical Compliance
Clinical compliance is facilitated in collaboration with Student Health Services and clinical sites by Ms. Sherri Lynn Moose.
View Ms. Moose’s Contact Information.
View Clinical Clearance Requirements