Gator Nurse 101
Who is the Dean of UF College of Nursing?
Dr. Shakira L. Henderson
What does CRIM stand for?
Clinical Reimagined Immersion Model
What organ pumps blood throughout the body?
Heart
What is the platform/website you submit your nursing school application through?
NursingCAS
What does CPR stand for?
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
In what year was the UF College of Nursing established?
1956
What are the three phases of the CRIM Model, in order?
Learn, Practice, Immerse
How many chambers does the human heart have?
Four
When is the application deadline for UF CON TBSN Program?
February 1st, 2027
What is the normal resting heart rate range for most healthy adults?
60–100 beats per minute
What degree do students earn upon completing the undergraduate program at UFCON?
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
During which phase of the CRIM Model do students develop their hands-on skills through simulation?
Practice
Which organ produces insulin?
Pancreas
Which UF faculty should you reach out to if you have questions about applying to the UF CON?
Your academic advisors (Travis Wheeler and Meredith Hyder)
Which type of blood cell helps the body fight infections?
White blood cells
What is the name of the UF College of Nursing's simulation laboratory?
Kirbo Innovation and Learning Laboratory (Kirbo Lab)
What is the one-on-one clinical learning experience with a nurse called?
Preceptorship
What is the largest organ of the human body?
Skin
What are the main 6 sections the UF CON’s application HESI tests you on?
Anatomy and Physiology, Biology, Grammar, Math, Reading Comprehension, Critical Thinking
What blood type is considered the universal red blood cell donor?
O negative (O−)
What national licensing examination must nursing graduates pass to become registered nurses?
NCLEX-RN (National Council Licensure Exam for Registered Nurses)
What phase of the CRIM Model focuses on classroom instruction, exams, and building nursing knowledge?
Learn/Didactic
Which part of the brain is primarily responsible for balance and coordination?
Cerebellum
What is the maximum amount of words for each essay on the UF CON Application?
300
Who is widely recognized as the founder of modern nursing?
Florence Nightingale