| Student Support Services
Advisement and Counseling
Program
The Advisement and Counseling program is designed to assist students
with personal, academic and professional growth. Students are encouraged
to meet with their faculty advisors throughout the academic year. If
students need additional support, professional counseling is available
through the hospital.
Career Counseling/Job Placement
Students are offered guidance on career opportunities in nursing and
are taught the skills necessary for writing professional resumes and
for participating in successful interviews.
- A panel discussion for senior students is
held yearly with nurses from various disciplines to describe their
roles and responsibilities.
- Information on employment opportunities
at AMH is provided by the AMH Department of Nursing, the Nurse Recruiter,
the Human Resources Department,
and the Hospital’s website.
- A BSN completion college fair is
offered to inform students of requirements and opportunities for
continuing education.
- AMH offers on-site classes for employees available
through Immaculata College and LaSalle University for completion
of the BSN and MSN degrees.
Orientation Program
Orientation is offered prior to the beginning of classes for both the
Day and Evening/Weekend Options to welcome new students to the Dixon
School of Nursing. The program will familiarize students with the resources
and services available to them, and to introduce them to the program
of study.
Social Activities
Social activities are planned throughout the year and may include luncheons,
parties and picnics. Shopping malls and restaurants are located near
the school.
Center-City Philadelphia provides the finest in theater,
music, the arts, restaurants, shopping, and sports events. Only a short
distance away are areas rich in historic heritage, such as Valley Forge
and Washington's Crossing. New York City, New Jersey seashore resorts,
and the Pocono Mountains are within a day's drive.
 Student
Employment
Opportunities for employment are often available in the hospital setting.
Student Health
The student health program is designed to help students maintain optimal
health and wellness. The program is directed by the Employee/Student
Health Services. Students are responsible for obtaining and maintaining
their own medical insurance and for meeting medical costs should
they
occur.
Employment Following Graduation
Abington Memorial Hospital Dixon School of Nursing graduates have found
employment in the profession of nursing. This has been evidenced
by the follow-up evaluations of our graduates and their employers.
This survey is completed within one year after graduation. |
