Students Learn about Nursing Careers at U of M

Three seniors, Kaija P., Carrie S., and Monique T., recently attended the Scrubs, Gloves, and Microscopes workshop at the University of Minnesota. The girls enjoyed the experience because it helped them gain more knowledge about the field of nursing, which is of interest to them for future study.

The students started the session by listening to presentations from the admissions director of the U of M nursing school and a current nursing student. They visited the nursing skills lab and were able to go to different stations, where current nursing students showed them the different skills they learned in the nursing programs. Students also learned about EKG’s and the instrument used for the test, inserting IV’s, taking vitals, protective wear, weighing and measuring people, how to wrap incisions, and how to use crutches and walkers properly.

The seniors recommend this program to anyone interested in health care fields. Every month a different field is covered, so students who are interested should contact Mrs. Parsley or go to this website.