School of Nursing
Nursing Student Handbook
Clinical Guidelines
Exposure
All students of both tracks of the BSN program are subject to health related considerations and regulations applicable to any professional in a health related field. The School of Nursing will provide students with updates on health related issues as new information becomes available.
Health Information Disclosure
In order to assure that students are able to meet the Performance Standards of the Baccalaureate Degree Nursing Program and to assure patient and student safety in the clinical area, certain health requirements are essential. Students of both the Basic Licensure and the RN-BSN tracks of the BSN program must have proof of a current "health history" and "health assessment" prior to enrollment in clinical courses which must be updated annually throughout the student's tenure in the BSN program. Documentation of health information is required based on the policies of related clinical practice sites which now require documentation prior to student clinical experience.
- Upon acceptance into the BSN program, it is the student's responsibility to obtain an initial set of "health history" and "health assessment" forms and to submit completed forms and supporting documentation to the Nurse Managed Clinic prior to their first day of enrollment in the BSN program.
- The "health history" is a self-reporting form designed for the student to disclose any known medical conditions.
- The "health assessment" is equivalent to an annual physical examination which must be completed by a physician or nurse practitioner.
- All information requested on the "health history" and "health assessment" is designed to elicit information about any real or potential health problems. Confidentiality of health information will be maintained.
- If the student feels that certain information is an invasion of privacy, such as exam of genitalia, this information may be deferred with approval from the Associate Dean of Nursing. However, the School of Nursing reserves the right to request additional health information if it appears that there is a problem which will interfere with the student meeting the Performance Standards of the Baccalaureate Degree Nursing Program.
Potential Health Risks
Certain health risks are inherent to the nursing profession as the clinical experience presents occupational hazard with the potential for Blood Borne Pathogen Exposure. The School of Nursing has developed guidelines designed to minimize health risks and ensure that exposure events are handled appropriately. All students in the BSN program must read, sign and return the Blood Borne Pathogen Exposure form to document understanding of these exposure guidelines.
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FAILURE TO FOLLOW CLINICAL POLICIES MAY RESULT IN IMMEDIATE PROGRAM DISMISSAL! |
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The School of Nursing reserves the right to administratively withdraw any student who fails to adhere to any clinical course policy. |