Welcome to the Nursing Program

White coats and name tags will be ordered for each student by the department. White coat sizes should be based on blazers or jackets that you wear over other clothing.

The white coat order form for students entering in Fall 2021 will be available in Summer 2021. For questions, you may contact Diane Hamilton at Diane.Hamilton@mcphs.edu.

Students are required to purchase official MCPHS scrubs from McGill's Uniforms for use during the nursing program. These scrubs will include the MCPHS logo and your first name and last initial. These will be worn for all labs and clinical experiences and will identify you as an MCPHS student. We recommend that each student purchase two sets of scrubs (tops and bottoms) and one warm-up jacket.

Order your scrubs from McGill’s by the following dates based on your start term to ensure your scrubs are delivered in time for your first lab day.

• Fall: July 31
• Spring: November 30

Please go to McGill’s store or call them directly to order your scrubs.

McGill’s, Inc. Uniforms Unlimited
410 Chestnut St.
Manchester, NH 03101
603.627.3472

NOTE: The MCPHS School of Nursing is not affiliated with McGill’s Uniforms.

Stethoscope

A stethoscope with a diaphragm and bell is required. We recommend the Littmann Classic III or the Littmann Cardiology III, but you may choose to purchase any model. Stethoscopes may be purchased from McGill’s or another vendor such as Work’N Gear, 1111 S. Willow St, Manchester or Pocket Nurse, 800.225.1600.

Penlight

Penlights can be purchased from McGill’s or from any vendor.

Wristwatch with second hand

You will need a wristwatch with a sweeping second hand (not digital) for use in lab and clinical experiences. This may be purchased from McGill’s or from another vendor.

Manual Blood Pressure Cuff

An average adult/large size cuff is needed. Please make sure the cuff is latex-free, nylon or other material that can be cleaned, not cloth.

Shoe Requirement

Shoes must be white or black, non-canvas, and rubber-soled, with closed-toe and closed-heel. No logo should be visible. You are not required to purchase special nursing shoes. Any questions about shoes may be directed to the Lab Manager, Corinne Butler at Corinne.Butler@mcphs.edu.

The Accelerated Postbaccalaureate Nursing program uses ExamSoft (electronic testing software) in all first-year courses. All students are required to bring a laptop or iPad meeting the minimum specifications below in order for you to be able to sit for exams.

Each student will be required to purchase a Privacy Screen or Privacy Filter that fits on their PC, MAC or tablet. Minimum technology requirements are listed below.

PC Requirements

Mac Requirements

iPad Requirements

The MCPHS University bookstore on the Boston campus is able to sell and rent textbooks to students. Shipping is free to students ordering course material.

• Fall entrants: book list available in the summer
• Spring entrants: book list available late fall