Practical Nursing Program Confederation College

Academic Year 2016-2017

Practical Nursing Program Manual Semesters’ 1 – 4

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Practical Nursing Program Administration and Faculty...... 5 Practical Nursing Program Support Staff...... 6 Practical Nursing Program – Philosophy Statement...... 7 Confidentiality Policy- Practical Nursing Program...... 8 Criteria for Professor /Clinical Instructor- Student Interactions & Learning Experiences...... 10 Important Information for Students Enrolling in Nursing Programs in Ontario...... 13 Student Success – Practical Nursing Program...... 14 Curriculum...... 16 Practical Nursing Program – Diploma Planner...... 18 Challenge Exams...... 19 Withdrawal from the Practical Nursing Program...... 20 Applicants Seeking Re-Entry to the Practical Nursing Program...... 20 Student Success Plan Policy (Learning Challenges & Non-Adherence to Program Policies...... 22 Absenteeism on Quiz/Test/Exam Days (Theory, Laboratory Theory/Practice)...... 23 Use of Technology during Field or Clinical Practice Experiences Policy...... 23 Learning Challenges...... 24 Communication ...... 24 APA Referencing Techniques...... 24 Fieldwork and Clinical Practice Requirements Policy ...... 25 Personal Appearance Requirement – Laboratory Theory & Practice...... 30 Personal Appearance Requirement – Fieldwork/Clinical Practice...... 30 Evaluation of Laboratory Theory and Practice – Semesters’ 1-4...... 33 Student Success Plan Policy...... 35 Referrals to Promotion Committee Practical Nursing Policy...... 36 Attendance – Important Points...... 38 Drug Calculations – Semester Three (Periods’ 1 and 2)...... 41

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Preceptorship...... 41 Injuries Acquired During Field or Clinical Practice Experiences...... 43 Use of Technology During Field or Clinical Practice Experiences...... 43 Smoking During Field Placement or Clinical Practice Experiences Policy...... 43 Guidelines for Data Collection Policy...... 44 Practical Nursing Program – Social Networking Directive...... 45 College of Nurses of Ontario Infection, Prevention and Control Standards...... 47 Banner...... 48 College Policies and Procedures ...... 50 Release of Information ...... 57

Practical Nursing Program Page 3 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) Practical Nursing Program

Welcome to your first step in your career in the health sciences field! By becoming a valued member of the multidisciplinary Health Care Team as a Registered Practical Nurse, you will be able to put into practice the passion you have for caring for others.

If you would like more information as a prospective nursing student, please refer to the College of Nurses of Ontario's "Requisite Skills and Abilities fact sheet (http://www.cno.org/Global/docs/reg/41078% 20SkillAbilities%20 4pager-Final.pdf?epslanguage=en)

To help make your journey successful, the Practical Nursing program at Confederation College has highly educated and experienced faculty to help support and encourage your learning both in theory and in practice. We are also home to state of the art simulation labs that create a learning environment for students to develop and build upon classroom learning through practical application of skills. Clinical placements run through all 4 semesters with a supervised eight week practical and training experience (preceptorship) in a health care setting following Semester 4.

Graduates are then eligible to become registered in the province of Ontario. We are very proud of the accomplishments of our graduates from Confederation College's Practical Nursing program as they have consistently shown high success rates in passing their Registered Practical Nursing exams! Registered Practical nurses have gone on to find employment in a variety of settings and can be found working in the acute care hospital setting, chronic care, health prevention and promotion, and Homes for the Aged, just to name a few.

Welcome to the Practical Nursing program and to beautiful Thunder Bay! If you have any questions please call or drop by!

Our best wishes to each of you as you start your journey towards a rewarding career that has endless opportunities and remember that 'every door is the right door'!

Tania Pynn, RN, BScN, MHS Tel.: (807) 475-6456

Michael Scarcello, RN, HBScN, MA (Nursing), CNS Tel: (807) 475-6426

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Tania Pynn, RN, BScN, MHS Office S277G (Shuniah Building) Chair, School of Health, Negahneewin, & Community Services Office Telephone (807) 475-6456

Michael Scarcello, RN, HBScN, MA (Nursing), CNS Office D304 (REACH) Program Coordinator, Nursing Practice (PN program) Office Telephone (807) 475-6426 Professor, BScN, PN & CCRN Programs

Caroline Hutch, RN, HBScN, MPH (Nursing) Office D304 (REACH) Office Professor, Professor, BScN, PN & CCRN Programs Telephone (807) 475-6188

Lindsay MacFarlane, RN, HBScN, BEd, MEd(c), OCT Office D319 (REACH) Professor, PN Program Off ice Telephone (807) 475-6516

Barbara Morrison, RN, BScN, MEd Office D317 (REACH) Professor, PN Program Office Telephone (807) 473-3776

Debra Walker, RN, BA, MEd, EdD Office D320 (REACH) Professor, PSW and PN Programs Office Telephone (807) 475-6668

Lauri Wright, RN, BScN, MEd Office D319 (REACH) Professor, PN Program Office Telephone (807) 475-6144

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Kerry Blackburn, RPN, CHSOS Off ice 286 Simulation Technologist Office Telephone (807) 475-6693

Leanne Belbas , Office Assistant Office S277 (Shuniah Building) School of Health and Community Services Office Telephone (807) 475-6282

Marianne Valiquette, Office Assistant Office S277 (Shuniah Building) School of Health and Community Services Office Telephone (807) 475-6133

School of Health and Community Services (Live Line) (807) 475-6195

School of Health and Community Services (Fax Line) (807) 473-3743

Practical Nursing Program Page 6 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) Practical Nursing Program – Philosophy Statement

The Professors and Clinical Instructors of the Practical Nursing Program believe that:

Individuals in all stages of life are unique and their needs are continually changing. All individuals have the right to professional, holistic health care and each is an active participant in the determination of his/her own health.

Nursing is dynamic and has no boundaries. It changes in response to the diverse needs of society. The practice of nursing involves the promotion of health, the prevention of illness, the diagnosis and treatment of individual's responses to actual or potential health problems and restoration to an optimal level of function. The framework for nursing is the nursing process.

Caring, a human process with ethical and moral dimensions, is the central focus of nursing. Caring pervades both the theory and the practice of the art and science of nursing. Nursing reflects and is influenced by personal, professional and ethical standards that guide the nursing profession.

Health is a condition of physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or other abnormal conditions. It is not static and is continually changing in response to the individual's internal and external environment.

Education is ongoing and curricula must change to reflect current and future trends. Nursing curricula provides opportunities and experiences which facilitate acquisition of the necessary knowledge and skills required to practice nursing. Critical thinking and knowledge of research based practice are essential components of education.

Learning is a shared experience between student and teacher. Learning is enhanced when the learner is motivated and has an active role in the planning of learning experiences. The learner is motivated when the learning experience is perceived as relevant to the learner. The learner brings a unique repertoire of life experiences and knowledge to the learning experience. Learning is life-long.

Practical Nursing Program Page 7 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) Confidentiality Policy – Practical Nursing Program

The Confederation College Practical Nursing Program recognizes the individual's right for privacy with respect to information gained by Professors, Clinical Instructors, and students during field and clinical practice experiences.

Confidentiality extends to everything that is learned during the field of clinical practice experience. It extends to both important and seemingly unimportant information. This information includes, the identity of all contacts, any identified problems, its cause and its treatment, everything that the patient/resident/client, family or friends disclose, the economic state, living conditions, any domestic difficulties, etc.

Information about a patient/resident/client in placement contact may be shared only when it is essential for the continuity of care and during conferences and/or discussions with a Clinical Instructor relating to meeting educational objectives. Such information is not to be shared outside of these educational confines.

The Personal Health Information Act (PHIPA) 2004 allows students to access personal health information as agents of an institution. Students must comply with the rules set by the organizations in which they practice. Students must support the confidentiality of health information at all times. Data collection sheets, make the connections forms, reflective LEARN assignments, etc. should not contain patient/resident/client names, instead refer only to patients/residents/clients as Mrs. P. M or Mr. A. G., etc. All written work sheets containing specific client data must be shredded after submission to the Clinical Instructor.

Students are permitted to access electronic or paper based records of the patients/residents/clients who have been assigned to them by their Clinical Instructor or preceptor.

Students are not permitted to access electronic or paper based records of patients/residents/clients who have NOT been assigned to them by their Clinical Instructor or preceptor.

*If a student accesses any information or records of any unassigned patients/residents/clients, they will be immediately removed from their current clinical placement with possible failure from that clinical placement. Should they be found to breech the same policy twice, expulsion from the program will be a recommendation.

*If a student breaches confidentiality pertaining to field or clinical practice experience, they will be immediately removed from their current clinical placement with possible failure from that clinical placement. Should they be found to breech the same policy twice, expulsion from the program will be a recommendation.

If a placement organization refuses to take a student back after a breech has been committed, or for safety reasons, the student will be unsuccessful in their clinical placement. As per the Academic Dispute Resolution Policy (#5-1-02), “decisions made by a clinical or professional agency cannot be appealed by the student”.

Practical Nursing Program Page 8 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) Any misuse of information shall be considered a breach of confidentiality and disciplinary action will be taken as deemed appropriate by their immediate faculty member. If issues are unresolved, the Chair and Associate Dean of the School of Health, Negahneewin, and Community Services may then become involved. Should they be found to breech the same policy twice removal from the program will be a recommendation.

The magnitude of this responsibility is emphasized by the fact that some institutions require that Professors, Clinical Instructors, students and other allied health care professionals sign a pledge of confidentiality.

Practical Nursing Program Page 9 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) Criteria for Professor/Clinical Instructor – Student Interactions and Learning Experiences

Practical Nursing Program Professors and Clinical Instructors

1. Accepts and encourages the student to develop creative approaches to the subject matter and acknowledges student's contributions to the class.

2. Uses self as a positive force to produce an atmosphere that fosters creativity for all students.

3. Takes a personal interest in the student and is accessible for counselling and guidance.

4. Demonstrates enthusiasm and a positive attitude toward the student and the subject matter.

5. Is open and non-defensive with the student.

6. Displays an appropriate sense of humour.

7. Encourages student participation.

8. Interacts with the student while preserving the student's dignity.

9. Provides a climate which communicates that caring is valued.

10. Demonstrates expertise in the subject matter.

11. Involves students in their own learning and helps students move toward discovery.

12. Encourages students to reflect upon life experiences in relation to the subject matter, raising issues and questions that require students to think critically.

13. Reacts in a constructively critical manner to the student's work and challenges the student to succeed.

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Practical Nursing Students

1. Are actively involved in and are responsible for their own learning and requirements necessary to be successful in the Practical Nursing Program.

2. Are responsible for knowing and following all rules and regulations set out by the Practical nursing program, by Confederation College, and all other agencies to which the student will be welcomed into during placements.

3. Practice creative approaches to the subject matter.

4. Use a variety of methods of inquiry in order to gain information and raise questions.

5. Generate ideas/utilize a variety of sources and rationales from which to draw conclusions.

6. Actively reflect upon the manner/quality /patterns of change in own intellectual growth.

7. Be respectful of the learning environment both in the academic and clinical settings.

8. Are available to work outside of regular academic hours to accommodate clinical placements (days, evenings, and possibly weekends).

Professor/Clinical Instructor and Student Interactions

1. Are frequent and friendly, providing intellectual stimulation related to the subject area.

2. Occur in diverse situations and require responsibility on the part of the student and the Professor/Clinical Instructor to maintain a relationship conducive to learning.

3. Assists students in deriving meaning from a learning experience.

4. Result in mutual goal setting and a shared responsibility for critiquing student's work.

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Learning Experiences

1. Identify the type of encounters the student is to have with the subject matter.

2. Ensure the critique of the student's work is a valued part of the learning process.

3. Use writing to encourage students to perceive, create, reflect, represent, and inquire.

4. Encompass activities so that the student discovers solutions, alternatives, and consequences for self.

5. Engage the student in higher thinking modes such as analyzing, critiquing, identifying, evaluating, inquiring, and predicting.

6. Promote encounters with the artistic aspects of nursing such as meanings, relationships, context, patterns, insights and viewing situations holistically. Allow for students to find meanings in experiences, such as making errors and discovering diversity, which fosters personal growth.

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Important Information for Students Enrolling in Nursing Programs in Ontario

The College of Nurses of Ontario is responsible for regulating nursing practice in Ontario and ensuring the public’s safety and interests. The College of Nurses of Ontario determines the entry to practice requirements for all nurses – RN (EC), RNs, and RPNs – in order that they may become “Registered” in the province of Ontario.

Included in the College of Nurses of Ontario’s entry to practice requirements, are provisions specifically intended to enhance public safety and trust. These provisions require that applicants seeking “registration” as an RN (EC), RN, or RPN in the province of Ontario must:

 NOT have been found guilty of a criminal offence or an offence under the Narcotic Control Act (Canada) or the Food and Drugs Act (Canada).  NOT have been the subject of a finding of professional misconduct, incompetence or incapacity, whether in Ontario or in another jurisdiction and whether in relation to the nursing profession or another health profession.  NOT suffer from a physical or mental condition or disorder that makes it desirable in the public interest that he or she not practice nursing.

Students must inform the Chair, School of Health, Negahneewin, and Community Services, if they meet one or more of the above conditions. Students may not be granted field or clinical practice experiences if one of more of the above conditions exist, thus jeopardizing their ability to complete the Practical Nursing Program.

Applicants to the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) must inform the CNO if they meet one or more of the above conditions. Applicants must disclose fully the details pertaining to their situation (e.g. court proceeding, police reports, etc.). Applicants to the CNO will not necessarily be refused registration, however the CNO’s Registration Committee will review the applicants file (including detailed information about the incident) and determine if the applicant could be granted an exemption. An applicant for registration, who does not inform the College of Nurses of Ontario of past conditions (as noted above), may have their application for “registration” cancelled and a revocation of their certificate of competence.

Graduating students who plan to apply for “Temporary Registration” with the CNO must have a Criminal Record Check (CRC), which includes a Vulnerable Sector Screen, completed within six months of their application. Information regarding “Temporary Registration” with the CNO is available by contacting the CNO directly at (416) 928-0900 – ask for the Customer Service Department.

Graduating students must also have a CRC (Vulnerable Sector Screen) completed within six months of writing the Canadian Practical Nursing National Examination. For information regarding obtaining a CRC (Vulnerable Sector Screen) for registration purposes, students are encouraged to contact the CNO directly at (416) 928-0900 – ask for the Customer Service Department. Students are also encouraged to review the CNO’s website at www.cno.org (see the Student Link).

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To be eligible to graduate, students must successfully pass all courses with a cumulative GPA of 2.00.

CALCULATING MARKS

If you have a question about how your test or assignment was marked, ask your professor.

Marks are calculated as follows:

Mark Grade GPA Points 80% - 100% A 4

70% - 79% B 3

60% - 69% C 2

50% - 59% D 1 Below 50% F 0

GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated out of a maximum of 4 points. The highest GPA you can receive is a 4.00; to be on the Dean’s List, your GPA must be at least 3.50. To graduate it must be 2.00.

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 A student is eligible for continuation within the Practical Nursing Program when he/she has successfully met the objectives of a specified portion of the program – this includes theory, laboratory theory, laboratory practice, and clinical course work.

 In order to progress to the next semester of the Practical Nursing Program, students must achieve a passing grade of 60% in the courses taken in the previous semester. As well, students are directed to review Confederation College’s grading system policies, which also apply to continuation in the Practical Nursing Program.

 Students who are at risk of not meeting the learning outcomes for a particular theory course may be given a Student Success Plan. Students are invited to meet with their Professor if they are having difficulty with a particular theory course.

 A student will be requested to withdraw from the Practical Nursing Program if they have not met the program requirements for a particular semester.

 Policies for the program are reviewed annually by the Chair, School of Health, Negahneewin, and Community Services, and Professors of the Practical Nursing program.

 A student is eligible for graduation when he/she has successfully completed all the courses required of the program.

 If you are a student with a disability who may require academic accommodation, it is your responsibility to register with the Student Success Centre and discuss your needs with your faculty early in the semester. It is strongly recommended that students contact the Student Success Centre as early as possible in order to ensure that accommodations can be put in place in a timely manner.

 Students are responsible for and must ensure they have met all program requirements, including general education and communication courses prior to graduation.

Practical Nursing Program Page 15 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) Curriculum

The Practical Nursing Program website page is updated as required, and should be reviewed by students on an on-going basis.

Semester One (15 weeks)

CS 007 Persuasive Writing 3 HS 125 Anatomy/Physiology I 3 PN 125 Professional Growth I 3 PN 126 Nursing Theory I 3 PN 128 Human Relationships 3 PN 130 Technical Concepts in Health Care 3 PN 131 Nursing Practice I Lab Theory 4 (First 10 weeks) PN 132 Nursing Practice I Clinical 4 (Last 5 weeks) PY 299 Developmental Psychology 3 General Education Elective 3 TOTAL 32

Semester Two (15 weeks)

CS 217 Communications for Health Professionals 3 HS 225 Anatomy/Physiology II 3 PN 225 Nursing Practice II – Clinical 12 PN 226 Nursing Practice II – Lab Theory/Practice 4 PN 227 Nursing Theory II 3 PN 228 Health Assessment 3 General Education Elective 3 TOTAL 31

Semester Three (15 weeks)

PN 322 Professional Growth II 3 PN 326 Nursing Practice III – Clinical 12 PN 327 Nursing Practice III – Lab Theory Practice 4 PN 328 Pharmacology I 3 PN 329 Nursing Theory III 4 PN 330 Pathophysiology I 4 TOTAL 30

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PN 422 Nursing Practice IV – Clinical 16 PN 426 Nursing Practice IV – Lab Theory/Practice 4 PN 427 Pharmacology II 3 PN 428 Pathophysiology II 4 PN 429 Nursing Theory IV 4 TOTAL 31

Semester Four (B) (Preceptorship) (8 weeks—4 weeks LTC and 4 weeks Acute care/other)**

PN 527 Advanced Nursing Practice 40/week

** PN 527 may change to 10 weeks beginning in Winter 2018

Students wishing to transfer to a consortium member college (Sault College, College Boreal, Cambrian College, Canadore College, Niagara College or Northern College), must maintain a minimum grade of 60% in all nursing courses, general education courses, communication courses and any electives. Transferability is based on the student’s GPA, seat availability, and the specific nuances of the receiving college.

The Ontario Learn versions of Anatomy and Physiology are synchronized with Confederation College’s curricula. Students may choose to complete the required Anatomy and Physiology courses via Ontario Learn. The passing grade for Anatomy and Physiology courses via Ontario Learn is 60% (for the purposes of the Practical Nursing Program). For further information, please contact Online Learning at (807) 473-3782.

IMPORTANT: The Ontario Learn versions of Pathophysiology are not synchronized with Confederation College’s curricula. Students choosing to complete the required Pathophysiology courses via Ontario Learn must complete both courses online and prior to registering for any Semester Four classes – there is zero tolerance for not having successfully completed both online courses prior to registering for semester 4. For further information regarding online Pathology courses, please contact Online Learning at (807) 473-3782.

Students are responsible for and must ensure they have met all program requirements, including support courses, prior to graduation.

Students with prior course work at Confederation College or another post-secondary institution are invited to meet with a staff member in Registration Services for information regarding course advanced standing, or course transfers/equivalencies.

Please refer to the “Plagiarism and Cheating Policy” and Charter of Students’ Rights and Responsibilities found in the Confederation College Student Handbook (2015).

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Diploma Planner

Course Planner Checklist Name:______Student # ______

Full Time Program Requirements I have this course….. I need this course….. my grade is…..

CS 007 Persuasive Writing HS 125 Anatomy and Physiology I PN 125 Professional Growth I PN 126 Nursing Theory PN 128 Human Relationships PN 130 Technical Concepts in Health Care PN 131 Nursing Practice I Lab Theory (1st 10 Weeks) PN 132 Nursing Practice I Clinical (Last 5 Weeks) PY 299 Developmental Psychology General Education Elective

CS 217 Communication for Health Care Professionals HS 225 Anatomy and Physiology II PN 225 Nursing Practice II - Clinical PN 226 Nursing Practice II - Lab Theory/Practice PN 227 Nursing Theory II PN 228 Health Assessment General Education Elective

PN 322 Professional Growth II PN 326 Nursing Practice III - Clinical PN 327 Nursing Practice III - Lab Theory/Practice PN 328 Pharmacology I PN 329 Nursing Theory III PN 330 Pathophysiology I

PN 422 Nursing Practice IV - Clinical PN 426 Nursing Practice IV - Lab Theory/Practice PN 427 Pharmacology II PN 428 Pathophysiology II PN 429 Nursing Theory IV PN 527 Advanced Nursing Practice

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Challenge Exams

Students entering Semester One of the Practical Nursing Program (Fall 2016) are not eligible for a comprehensive (challenge) exam in any PN courses in Semesters 1-4 of the Practical Nursing Program. Students are permitted to sit a comprehensive (challenge) exam for “Anatomy & Physiology” courses only - specifically HS 125 and HS 225.

Students entering Semester Three of the Practical Nursing Program (Fall 2016) are eligible to have one opportunity to sit a comprehensive (challenge) exam and will he held accountable to the following policy:

 When a student fails to achieve a passing grade in a core nursing or a science course (e.g. PN or HS courses), the student’s performance will be reviewed by the course Professor and the Chair.

 One upgrading opportunity in a core nursing course will be allowed per academic semester. This opportunity will be based on achievement of a minimum of 50% and good attendance (as evidenced by the student having attended 80% of the course’s hours).

 The final grade for students who are allowed to upgrade will be 60% (C) if successful.

Students entering any semester of the Practical Nursing Program after Fall 2017 will not be eligible to sit a comprehensive (challenge) exam in any PN courses. Students entering any semester of the Practical Nursing Program after Fall 2017 will be permitted to sit a comprehensive (challenge) exam for “Anatomy & Physiology” courses only - specifically HS 125 and HS 225.

Practical Nursing Program Page 19 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) Withdrawal from the Practical Nursing Program

Students who wish to withdraw from the Practical Nursing Program should make an appointment with the Chair, School of Health, Negahneewin, and Community Services, meet with an Academic Advisor in the Student Success Centre, and with a staff member in Registration Services.

Applicants Seeking Re-Entry to the Practical Nursing Program

Applicants Seek Re-Entry

 Students seeking re-entry to the Practical Nursing Program, prior to the completion of Semester One, must re-apply through the Ontario College Admission Service (OCAS).

Applicants Seeking Re-Entry (After Semester One) (*In Good Standing)

 Students seeking re-entry to the Practical Nursing Program, after the successful completion of Semester One, must complete an internal application form, and submit this form to the Registrar’s Office by the specified date.

 Any applicant seeking readmission will meet with the Program Coordinator, Nursing Practice, and Chair, School of Health, Negahneewin, and Community Services.

 The following criteria will be taken into consideration when a decision is made regarding readmission to either the Practical Nursing Program and/or Practical Nursing courses: GPA; seat availability; date of application; and the time elapsed since the student’s withdrawal from the Practical Nursing Program.

Applicants Seeking Re-Entry (After Semester One) (**Previously Unsuccessful)

 Students seeking re-entry to the Practical Nursing Program, after the successful completion of Semester One, must complete an internal application form, and submit this form to the Registrar’s Office by the specified date.

 Acceptance into the Practical Nursing Program will be at the discretion of the Chair and the Associate Dean of the School of Health, Negahneewin, and Community Services.

 Any applicant seeking readmission will meet with the Program Coordinator (Nursing Practice) and Chair, School of Health, Negahneewin, and Community Services.

 Readmission to the Practical Nursing Program is based on seat availability

 Upon successful admission, an academic contract will be developed with the student to ensure success.

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 The following criteria will be taken into consideration when a decision is made regarding readmission to either the Practical Nursing Program and/or Practical Nursing courses: GPA; seat availability; date of application; the time elapsed since the student’s withdrawal from the Practical Nursing Program; all previous academic and clinical performances; and the applicant’s ability to identify appropriate strategies to achieve success in the Practical Nursing Program.

NB: The following academic policies will be considered when an applicant is seeking readmission into the Practical Nursing Program and/or Practical Nursing courses (see the student handbook or the College website under “Academics”):

Policy # 5-1-01 “Grades” Policy #5-1-07 “Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition” (PLAR) Policy regarding “Length of Time Away from the Program” Policy regarding “Program Readmission”

NB: A previous admission to the Practical Nursing Program does not guarantee readmission.

NB: Applicants Seeking Re-Entry (*In Good Standing) are those students who do not have “F” grades or “INC” or “NCR” grades for the Practical Nursing Program on their academic transcripts.

NB: Applicants Seeking Re-Entry (**Previously Unsuccessful) are those students who have been unsuccessful in two or more Practical Nursing Program core courses and/or HS 125 or 125.

Practical Nursing Program Page 21 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) Student Success Plan Policy (Learning Challenges and Non-Adherence to Program Policies)

Introduction

The following policy details how the Professor or Clinical Instructor will manage ongoing behaviours that impede success in either the laboratory practice and/or clinical practice settings.

Verbal Discussion The Professor/Clinical Instructor will meet with the student to verbalize their concerns with the student’s performance, and offer strategies for success. Unsatisfactory performance in the clinical setting is correlated with one or more learning outcomes (see each individual field and clinical course outline). The Professor/Clinical Instructor initiates anecdotal notations.

Student Success If the same learning challenge persists or the student demonstrates Plan additional non-adherence to a program policy, the Professor/Clinical Instructor will initiate a Student Success Plan accompanied by a review date. The Professor/Clinical Instructor will also initiate a referral for additional laboratory practice if appropriate. The student will engage in the collaborative Student Success Plan process with their Professor/Clinical Instructor.

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Absenteeism on Quiz/Test/Exam Days (Theory, Laboratory Theory/Practice)

NB: The following policy refers to all courses in the Practical Nursing Program.

1. On a quiz/test/exam day, you must be in class promptly at the scheduled class time.

2. Students arriving late for a quiz/test/exam will not be allowed to enter the classroom once the quiz/test/exam has begun, and will be allocated a grade of zero.

3. A student may be granted permission to write a quiz/test/exam at a later date (at the discretion of the course Professor), however, will only be eligible to receive a maximum grade of 60%.

4. Students who are ill on a quiz/test/exam day will be required to submit, to their course Professor, a “Medical Certificate” prior to the consideration of a rewrite (at full marks).

5. On a quiz/test/exam day, students are responsible for notifying their course Professor via telephone or email of their medical absence prior to the beginning of a quiz/test/exam.

6. Students will not be granted permission to write quizzes/tests/exams at alternative times/dates in order to accommodate travel plans, work schedules or other commitments.

7. In order to maintain the integrity of evaluation and an objective assessment of student learning, students who write an exam at a later date due to a medical absence, will be required to generally wait one to two weeks to write their quiz/test/exam or until the course Professor is able to create an alternate quiz/test/exam.

Use of Technology during Field or Clinical Practice Experiences Policy

Students are not permitted to carry mobile devices that generate text messages, record voices, or take photographs (e.g. an iPhone, blackberry, cellphone or other such devices) while in the field or clinical practice setting. Students are not permitted to use mobile devices during coffee or meal breaks.

Students found with such devices on their person will be asked to leave the field or clinical practice setting, and report to their Clinical Instructor. If issues are unresolved, the Chair and Associate Dean of the School of Health, Negahneewin, and Community Services may then become involved. Students who require an electronic device for learning purposes (that does not generate text messages, record voices or take photographs) will have an identified Individual Educational Plan filed with the Student Success Centre.

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Students with an identified Individual Educational Plan (IEP) are highly encouraged to meet with their Laboratory Theory and Practice Professor and their Clinical Instructor at the beginning of each clinical period to discuss strategies for success. Students who have an IEP should also meet with their Learning Strategist on a regular basis to discuss success, challenges, and opportunities.

Communication

Students are required to check their Confederation College email on a daily basis. Professors will communicate via email and telephone numbers only – texting between students and Professors will be considered unprofessional and unacceptable. Practical Nursing notice boards are located outside of the nursing practice labs. Online “Blackboard” sites are attached to all courses and should be reviewed regularly for information sharing and updates.

APA Referencing Techniques

1. All assignments (e.g. essays) will be submitted using accurate APA Referencing techniques.

2. All assignments (e.g. essays) will be submitted using the proper format (title page and reference sheet) and templates (as required).

3. Students having difficulty with APA Referencing techniques are to meet with a staff member in the Student Success Centre for tutoring and/or editing assistance.

4. Students are required to use the Cites and Sources textbook for clarification on APA Referencing Techniques.

5. Students are encouraged to review Confederation College’s Student Handbook (2015) for the Plagiarism Policy.

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Field Work and Clinical Practice Requirements Policy

Introduction

Prior to each academic year, semester or field work/clinical practice rotation, all Practical Nursing students (here-by known as “student”) must adhere to all Confederation College and agency specific clinical practice requirements. All students are responsible for ensuring that all clinical requirements are current and complete and copies given to the health center and Program Coordinator, Nursing Practice, at the beginning of each school year (during orientation day in September). Failure to comply with the “Field Work and Clinical Practice Requirements Policy” will result in the student being unable to attend field work or clinical practice, thus jeopardizing their ability to complete the Practical Nursing Program.

It is the student’s own responsibility to have all clinical requirements current and prepared for the beginning of each school year—there is zero tolerance for students not being prepared with all clinical requirements in September.

Students will be randomly assigned to various clinical placements and as such all students of the PN program are expected to be available to work outside of regular academic hours that will include days, evenings, and weekends. Students should be prepared with alternative arrangements for day care, work schedules, and transportation while in clinical placements to ensure that clinical placement time is not missed for personal reasons.

*Students are responsible for all additional costs incurred for college and clinical site parking as well as added costs incurred to meet the necessary clinical requirements of the PN program. Please refer to the Confederation College Practical Nursing website for ancillary costs (costs which are already included in tuition fees) and estimated additional costs per year for the PN program.

CPR Health Care Provider Level—Annual Renewal

At the beginning of each academic year, students must provide evidence of a valid CPR, with valid Health Care Providers Level. This level of CPR includes instruction in adults, children, infants, one and two rescuers, and automated external defibrillators (AED). Annual CPR Health Care Provider Level recertification is mandatory, as well, it is the student’s professional responsibility to confirm that their certification is valid at all times. Fees associated with obtaining CPR Health Care Provider Level certification or recertification is incurred by the student.

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Mask Fit Testing—current for 2 years and must be current during school

The minimum standard for mask fit testing is every two years. It is highly recommended, that for students with significant facial changes (e.g. weight gain or loss) between academic years or semesters, be re-tested to ensure a proper fit of specialized masks. Students with significant facial hair (e.g. bears or moustaches) will have difficulty obtaining a proper mask fit.

Mask fit testing is for your protection when caring for patients/residents/clients in isolation. Please review the Infection Prevention and Control Standard” (CNO, 2010) online at www.cno.org with respect to the use of personal protective equipment.

Note: If you do not have a current Mask Fit and your clinical placement is considered in an “outbreak” situation you will not be allowed to enter your facility and will lose clinical hours thus jeopardizing your ability to graduate.

In Thunder Bay, Confederation College Health Centre does do Mask Fit testing (appointments are required so book well in advance), Superior Safety in Thunder Bay, or your place of employment may offer Mask Fit testing to you. Fees associated with obtaining mask fit testing or re-testing is incurred by the student.

Criminal Reference Check (Vulnerable Sector Screen)—Annual renewal required

On the day of orientation in September, all students must produce a copy and have a current (for the entire school year) Criminal Record Check (CRC) which includes a Vulnerable Sector Screen. The CRC (Vulnerable Sector Screen) is not Confederation College’s policy however it is the policy of our field/clinical partners for all learners who enter their respective environments.

There will be zero tolerance for students who have not complied with the CRC (Vulnerable Sector Screen) requirements. Failure to comply with the CRC (Vulnerable Sector Screen) requirements will jeopardize your ability to enter into a field placement or clinical practice experience. Failure to comply with the CRC (Vulnerable Sector Screen) requirements will also jeopardize your ability to complete program requirements. Students are requested to begin the process of obtaining a CRC (Vulnerable Sector Screen) early, as the application process may take between 8-12 weeks to process and complete.

During the Practical Nursing Program, students must have an annual CRC (Vulnerable Sector Screen) completed in order to be permitted into a field placement or clinical practice environment. An annual CRC (Vulnerable Sector Screen) must be available for review the beginning of each academic year and a copy will be kept on file. Positive results on the CRC (Vulnerable Sector Screen) will limit your ability to enter a field placement or clinical practice environment. It is at the discretion of the field placement or clinical practice environment, whether they will allow a student into their setting with a criminal background.

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To be eligible for participation in a field placement or clinical practice experience a student must not have been convicted of any criminal offence for which the student has not yet been pardoned. An unpardoned criminal record will result in the student not being able to participate in a field placement or clinical practice experience, and therefore will prevent the student from completing the Practical Nursing Program. A recent and valid CRC (Vulnerable Sector Screen) is therefore required to enable the student to progress through the Practical Nursing Program.

NB: Procedures and regulations for obtaining criminal record search documents are controlled by the RCMP and the Government of Canada. These procedures and regulations may change at any time without notification. Confederation College will endeavour to notify students of any changes when they come to our attention. As of March 1, 2011 the following reflects the current procedures and regulations of the RCMP with regard to Vulnerable Sector Verifications.

The RCMP identified a means to enhance vulnerable sector checks to make the searches more rigorous. In the interest of public safety, the enhancements were quickly implemented to protect vulnerable members of society. As a result of the enhancement, a Vulnerable Sector Verification now requires the submission of fingerprints whenever the gender and date of birth of an applicant match to an existing pardoned sex offender record. This is not an accusation of criminality, but a requirement for a thorough verification to confirm identity and protect personal privacy. This process will take at least four months.

Students are highly encouraged to seek a pardon 22 months in advance to sitting the Canadian Practical Nursing National Examination. Students are further required to obtain an additional CRC (Vulnerable Sector Screen) in advance of writing the Canadian Practical Nursing National Examination. Please contact the College of Nurses of Ontario at (416) 928-0900 for further information.

All fees associated with obtaining annual Criminal Record Checks (Vulnerable Sector Screen) are incurred by the student.

Health Requirements (Immunization)—annual review of immunizations/serology

Specific health requirements are mandatory for all students at Confederation College. Furthermore, specific health requirements for specific immunization/clinical testing are the requirement of the field work or clinical practice setting.

By the day of orientation in September, all students must have completed the Student Health Record available from Confederation College’s Health Services Department, or online, at http://www.confederationc.on.ca/healthcentre. Students must submit their completed Student Health Record to Confederation College Health Services.

Practical Nursing Program Page 27 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) Prior to entering a field work or clinical practice experience, students must ensure a current and thorough immunization record. All immunization and TB Skin testing information must be accurately noted on the Student Health Record. Accurate information includes the dates of each immunization. All mandatory immunizations must be current at all times and confirmed by blood serology (see below).

Students require the following immunizations and must be checked with the health center within Confederation College:

 Tetanus/Diphtheria/Polio or Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis (Adacel) or Tetanus/Diphtheria  MMR (Measles/Mumps/Rubella)  Hepatitis B  Influenza (Flu) Vaccine  Chicken Pox (Varicella)

Important Immunization Requirements!

**Our clinical partners are requesting that every student obtain a blood serology for MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), as a clinical requirement. All students will require this blood serology before they begin their clinical placements. You will be required to submit lab documentation proving immunity to Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and Hepatitis B.

If you are a returning Thunder Bay student from year 1 in 2014 (only), and have already completed blood serology you will not be required to complete another blood serology, HOWEVER you will be required to show proof of immunity and proof of any boosters you had obtained. You must complete any series of boosters that is required.

In addition, students also require,

 a two-step TB Skin test in year one of the Practical Nursing Program  a one-step TB Skin Test in year two (subsequent years) of the Practical Nursing Program

Students returning to the Practical Nursing Program must meet with the Health Services Department at Confederation College to determine if they require either a one step or two step TB Skin test and to update any required immunizations. A student with a positive result must have a chest x-ray. You will be able to get your TB Skin Test from the College Health Centre or from your family doctor, or any neighborhood walk-in-clinic. Fees apply for TB skin testing. We require written proof of the test, so please insist on documentation prior to leaving the clinic.

Health Requirements (Immunization) applies to all students in the Practical Nursing Program, and to those students returning to a particular year or semester of the Practical Nursing Program (full or part time).

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If a student cannot be immunized, the student will be unable to participate in field work or clinical practice experiences, jeopardizing their ability to complete the Practical Nursing Program. Students who are unimmunized in the second year of the Practical Nursing Program are not permitted to complete a clinical experience in acute care therefore preventing the student from successfully completing Semester Three. Clinical institutions have the right to prohibit admission/clinical placement to students who have not received immunization.

Clinical institutions have the right to prohibit admission/clinical placement to students who have not received an influenza vaccination. This will impact on the student’s field or clinical hours.

Communicable Diseases and Medical Conditions Policy

Students, who have been diagnosed with a communicable disease, are responsible for reporting this to their Clinical Instructor or Academic Manager. Communicable diseases will affect the student’s eligibility to attend field work or clinical practice. The field or clinical practice setting solely governs whether or not a student is eligible to attend field of clinical practice with a known/diagnosed/suspected communicable disease.

A “Medical Certificate” from a Physician, Nurse Practitioner or Confederation College’s Health Nurse will be required before returning to the field or clinical practice setting. It is important that students confidentially disclose any communicable diseases to their Clinical Instructor or the Academic Manager in order to effectively plan learning opportunities and to maintain the wellbeing of patients/residents/clients in the field or clinical practice setting.

Students are responsible for notifying their Clinical Instructor or Program Coordinator, Nursing Practice, if they have a medical condition (e.g. vision/hearing challenges, acute/chronic back injuries, etc.) that may place their wellbeing at risk or the wellbeing of the student’s patients/residents/clients. Students are invited to discuss, in strict confidence, any medical conditions with their Clinical Instructor well before the beginning of a field or clinical practice experience. It is important that students confidentially disclose any medical conditions that may affect performance, however time limited, to their Clinical Instructor or Program Coordinator, Nursing Practice, in order to effectively plan learning opportunities and to maintain the wellbeing of patients/residents/clients in the field or clinical practice setting.

Practical Nursing Program Page 29 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) Personal Appearance Requirement – Laboratory Theory and Practice

Dress Code – Lab Theory and Practice Classes

For Nursing Practice (Lab Theory and Practice), Students are permitted to wear a white lab coat or their navy blue scrubs uniform. All other recommendations (e.g. jewellery, hair and the avoidance of scented products) are as per the “Personal Appearance Requirement – Clinical Practice”.

Personal Appearance Requirement – Field Work/Clinical Practice

Introduction

The “Personal Appearance Requirement – Field Work/Clinical Practice” is strictly adhered to at all times in the clinical practice environment. Failure to comply with the “Personal Appearance Requirement – Clinical Practice” will result in the student being asked to excuse themselves from the clinical practice environment, thereby affecting total clinical practice hours. The “Personal Appearance Requirement – Field Work/Clinical Practice” is the requirement of the field work or clinical practice setting. Students must be aware of each placement organization’s uniform policies and be in keeping with these policies as well.

The “Personal Appearance Requirement – Field Work/Clinical Practice” is designed to foster a professional image at all times; to provide for the physical safety of the student and patient/resident/client; prevents the spread of infection; and promotes ease of work. Furthermore, working in close proximity with patients/residents/clients requires a very high standard of hygienic practices. The need for such aesthetic practices is also complemented by the required implementation of medical asepsis in all personal grooming and attire, as a means of minimizing the transmission of infection.

The appearance of the student contributes to the impression formed by patients/residents/clients, other health care professionals, and the public. The student is expected to respect the direction of their Clinical Instructors, Professors, or Program Coordinator, Nursing Practice, on such issues at all times.

Dress Code – Community Nursing Experiences

The dress code for a community nursing experiences (e.g. school placements, public health or community mental health) will consist of business casual clothing (e.g. dress pants, skirts hemmed to the knee, dresses and shirts/sweaters) and appropriate footwear. Students who are asked to wear denim for a particular day of their community nursing experience are required to submit written permission from their preceptor/placement agency to their Clinical Instructor.

Practical Nursing Program Page 30 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) Dress Code – Mental Health Nursing

The dress code for mental health settings will consist of the school uniform (see below) or business casual clothing (e.g. dress pants, skirts hemmed to the knee, dresses and shirts/sweaters) appropriate footwear, and appropriate identification. Clinical Instructors for Mental Health Nursing will provide agency specific requirements. Choose appropriate fit of clothing (e.g. loose fit) at all times.

Dress Code – Pre-Clinical Research (All Field and Clinical Practice Experiences)

The dress code for pre-clinical research (also known as “hospital research”) will consist of business casual clothing (e.g. dress pants, skirts hemmed to the knee, dresses and shirts/sweaters, no jeans), appropriate footwear, a lab coat, and appropriate identification. Agency personal have been instructed to not allow students to complete pre-clinical research if students are not dressed appropriately, or if students are not wearing clearly visible Confederation College and/or agency determined identification. Refer to the jewelry policy for Field/Clinical Practical settings.

Dress Code – All Clinical Practice Settings (School Placement, Hospitals, and Long Term Care)

Uniforms must be solid navy blue in color (no prints allowed). Uniforms must be washable, neat, clean, opaque, professional looking, and neither clinging nor crinkly. Uniforms should be of comfortable fit to allow ease of movement in working. The student may choose from a dress, a scrub top and skirt, or a scrub top and pants. Dresses and skirts must be at or below the knee. Uniforms must be washed between each clinical day. Uniforms must be wrinkle and lint free.

Students are required to wear the approved Confederation College and/or agency determined identification nametag(s) on the left side of their uniform at all times. Students are required to wear the approved program patch on the left sleeve of their uniform at all times. Proper fit and color (white or navy only) of undergarments is necessary. Undergarments should not be visible. Patterns or designs that may be visible through the uniform are to be avoided at all times. Closed-toe & heal footwear that are safe, comfortable, clean, intact, and white are required for clinical practice. Visible labelling must be minimal. A leather shoe or athletic type shoe is required for proper support. The shoes chosen must be worn exclusively for clinical practice. Students must avoid wearing clinical shoes outside of their clinical practice environment.

Your uniform can be worn to your clinical placement, BUT cannot be worn after your shift is over, therefore you must bring a change of clothes. If you must leave the premises of your placements for any reason, you must change from your uniform into street clothes. This also includes your shoes for clinical; these shoes are only to be worn at your clinical placement.

Practical Nursing Program Page 31 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) Jewellery – All Field and Clinical Practice Settings

A watch with a means of counting pulses/seconds is a requirement for Semesters 1 – 4. It should be of modest size and color (decorative watches are not allowed). It may be a lapel watch or a wristwatch.

Medical alert bracelets may be worn.

To ensure a professional appearance and for the safety of the patient/resident/client and the student, decorative jewelry, including necklaces, will not be worn. Students in violation of this policy will be asked to excuse themselves from the clinical practice environment.

Students are permitted to wear one finger ring (a plain band may be acceptable to accommodate an individual’s beliefs or values). Students are permitted, at their own risk, to wear a necklace with a modest sized pendant/medallion (1 inch x 1 inch in size) under their uniform to accommodate a belief or value.

Students are limited in wearing one small stud earring per ear. Earrings will be small and smooth surfaced. Plain gold, silver, white or pearl studs are acceptable. Hoops or earrings that dangle are strictly prohibited. All visible body piercings must be removed or covered, and tongue rings must be replaced with a clear spacer. Students in violation of this policy will be asked to excuse themselves from the clinical practice environment.

Personal Care – All Field and Clinical Practice Settings

Oral Care – Strict attention should be given to oral hygiene before and during field/clinical practice experiences. Thought should be given to the avoidance of tobacco and odor producing foods such as garlic before, during and prior to field/clinical practice experiences.

Hair – Hair must be contained, clean, neat, conservative and up off the collar.

Beards and Moustaches – Facial hair is to be clean and neatly groomed. Students must be aware that excess facial hair will pose difficulty when required to wear a specialized mask.

Grooming Products – Excessive and/or odorous perspiration may require considerable effort to manage. Unscented antiperspirants may prove helpful. More frequent washing, the use of deodorizing foot powders, and attention to footwear will assist in foot odour control.

Other – The application of make-up will be conservative, subdued, limited and appropriate for daytime wear. The use of perfume, fragrances and after-shave products is prohibited in all field and clinical practice settings. Nails must be clean, short, and filed smooth; coloured nail polish is not allowed; and acrylic/gel nails are strictly prohibited in the field or clinical practice settings. Students in violation of this policy will be asked to excuse themselves from the clinical practice environment, thereby affecting total clinical hours. Tattoos are to be covered.

Practical Nursing Program Page 32 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) Evaluation of Laboratory Theory and Practice – Semesters’ 1 – 4

Students are encouraged to review each course outline pertaining to laboratory theory and practice for information relating to evaluation criteria and mechanisms. Students are also referred to their individual laboratory theory and practice Professor. Evaluation of Nursing Practice Policy (Clinical) Semesters 2 - 4

In order to successfully complete the Practical Nursing Program, students must meet all learning outcomes for field and clinical practice experiences (see each individual field and clinical course outline).

The specific learning outcomes in each semester, relate to the nursing theory presented in the laboratory practice (laboratory theory and practice) and classroom settings. Attendance in both the laboratory practice (laboratory theory and practice) and classroom settings best position the student for success in the field and clinical practice environment.

There are multiple components involved in evaluating field and clinical practice experiences. Students should review their field and clinical course outlines, as well as meet with their individual Professor or Clinical Instructor if they have any questions.

Clinical performance is evaluated weekly, and is discussed with the student on an ongoing basis, at midterm, and at the end of each field or clinical practice period. The Clinical Instructor will review the student’s progress to date, and seek feedback from the student on their learning goals, objectives and if any challenges exist. All learning outcomes for each semester must be met by the end of that particular semester in order for the student to receive a credit in the associated Nursing Practice (Clinical) course.

At the end of each clinical period and semester, the student will receive an evaluation of his/her progress in the clinical area. Once a student has met a field or clinical outcome in any year, semester or period of the Practical Nursing Program, he/she is expected to maintain this performance. Students must successfully meet all semester-specific clinical learning outcomes at the end of each clinical semester and period. Students must show consistent growth and independence in clinical practice, which includes safe practice, increasing responsibility, ongoing critical thinking, and practical skill development.

Practical Nursing Program Page 33 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) The student's grade will be recorded on his/her academic transcript at the end of the semester as follows:

Status Definition

“CR” = credit The Practical Nursing student has received a "satisfactory" evaluation for all clinical learning outcomes at the completion of the particular semester.

“F” = failure The Practical Nursing student has received an "unsatisfactory" rating for one or more clinical learning outcomes at the completion of the particular semester.

“INC” = no credit The Practical Nursing student’s clinical evaluation is considered to be “incomplete”. An “INC” grade must revert to a “CR” grade or it will be considered an “F” grade by the end of the next clinical period.

Practical Nursing Program Page 34 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) Student Success Plan Policy

(Learning Challenges and Non-Adherence to Program Policies)

Introduction

The following policy details how the Professor or Clinical Instructor will manage ongoing behaviours that impede success in the academic, laboratory practice and/or clinical practice settings.

Verbal Discussion The Professor/Clinical Instructor will meet with the student to outline their concerns with the student’s performance, and offer strategies for success. A poor performance in a clinical setting is correlated with one or more learning outcomes (see each individual field and clinical course outline). The Clinical Instructor initiates anecdotal notations.

Student Success Plan If the same learning challenge persists or the student demonstrates additional non-adherence to a program policy, the Clinical Instructor will initiate a Student Success Plan accompanied by a reasonable review date. The Clinical Instructor will also initiate a referral for additional laboratory practice if appropriate. The student will engage in the collaborative Student Success Plan process with their Clinical Instructor.

Promotion If the same learning challenge persists by the Student Success Plan Committee review date or the student demonstrates an additional non-adherence to a program policy, the Clinical Instructor will either amend the Student Success Plan with an additional review date or refer the student to the Promotion Committee.

Students should refer to Confederation College’s Student Handbook for the “Informal” and “Formal” Appeal Procedure.

Notwithstanding any of the above, a student will be asked to withdraw from the Nursing Practice (Clinical) component of the Practical Nursing Program, at any time, if his/her behaviour/performance is considered unethical, unsafe, or not in the best interest of the patient/resident/client. Should a student be found to breech the same policy twice (ie. breach of confidentiality, stealing) removal from the program may be recommended.

Practical Nursing Program Page 35 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) Referrals to Promotion Committee Practical Nursing Policy

Reasons for a Referral to the Promotion Committee

Students will be referred to the Promotion Committee by their Clinical Instructor for an unsatisfactory clinical performance.

Referrals to the Promotion Committee will be made when a student: (1) receives "unsatisfactory" rating in any learning outcome (see each individual field and clinical course outline); (2) is unevaluated in any learning outcome due to absenteeism (defined as being absent from clinical two or more days in any given academic semester) from the clinical practice setting; (3) is absent in lab practice (defined as being absent from lab practice two or more labs in any given academic semester); or is absent 2 or more days from each clinical period.

Clinical evaluations, marks and faculty notes will be shared, in confidence, with other faculty appointed to the promotion committee, for all students on referral to the promotion committee who have unsatisfactory clinical performance.

Referrals to the Promotion Committee

The Promotion Committee for Practical Nursing is separate from the Academic Dispute Resolution Policy (5-1-02) at Confederation College, and manages unsatisfactory or unevaluated clinical evaluations, and academic performance. The Promotion Committee for Practical Nursing offers the student an opportunity to have their clinical evaluation reviewed by a panel of Practical Nursing faculty. All referrals are communicated to the Chair, School of Health, Negahneewin, and Community Services.

Students, who are unsuccessful in the same learning outcome, two or more times at any time during the Practical Nursing Program, will not be permitted to continue in the Nursing Practice (Clinical) component the Practical Nursing Program. Following this decision, students may choose to initiate the “Informal” Appeals Process as per the Student Handbook/Academic Dispute Resolution Policy (5-1-02).

The student can attend the Promotion Committee for Practical Nursing meeting. If the student wishes to discuss their clinical evaluation with the Promotion Committee for Practical Nursing, he/she should notify the Chair, School of Health, Negahneewin, and Community Services, as soon after notification of their referral. A student is not allowed to bring family members into the meeting. At the student’s discretion, the student may invite a staff member from the Student Success Centre to accompany them to the meeting. The student must notify the Chair, School of Health, Negahneewin, and Community Services, one business day prior to the meeting if someone will be attending with them. All dialogue will remain objective, transparent and professional.

Practical Nursing Program Page 36 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) The Chair, School of Health, Negahneewin, and Community Services, will meet or email the student within 1 week of the Promotion Committee Meeting in order to receive recommendations and authorization to continue into the next clinical semester or period. Students referred to the Promotion Committee must not return to clinical until they have written authorization.

The clinical evaluation form, the Student Success Plan, the referral for laboratory practice and all anecdotal notations will be reviewed during the Promotion Committee. The Promotion Committee will make recommendations to the Chair, School of Health, Negahneewin, and Community Services, regarding the Practical Nursing student’s promotion to the next clinical semester or period, or their withdrawal from the clinical practice experiences in the Practical Nursing Program. Students must sign and review all documents submitted to the Promotion Committee for Practical Nursing. Following their meeting with the Chair, School of Health, Negahneewin, and Community Services, students may choose to initiate the “Formal” Appeals Process.

Follow Up Reports to the Promotion Committee

Follow-up reports must be submitted to the Chair of the Promotion Committee for Practical Nursing (by the following Clinical Instructor) on all Practical Nursing students who were referred to the Promotion Committee during the preceding semester or period. A follow up report consists of an objective evaluation detailing if the student met all recommendations made by the Promotion Committee for Practical Nursing, if the student should receive “credit” for a past clinical practice experience, and if there are further recommendations for success.

Practical Nursing Program Page 37 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) Attendance – Important Points

Attendance – Health Assessment

For students who are absent from the one hour practice component of the Health Assessment class will be held to the following practice:

 Attend evening practice lab within seven days of the absence to practice the missed assessment

 Demonstrate competency in the assessment within seven days of the absence during clinical placement. The assigned Clinical Instructor will assess your knowledge, skill and judgment based on the rubric circulated in class.

 All missed one hour practice components for the Health Assessment class will be made up during the preceptorship phase of the program.

Attendance – Nursing Practice (Laboratory Theory and Practice) (Semesters 1 – 4)

Introduction

The faculty and clinical instructors of the Practical Nursing Program believe that attending all scheduled theory classes, laboratory practice sessions, and clinical practice shifts best position the student for overall success in meeting the program requirements for Practical Nursing. This attendance policy relates to laboratory theory classes, the laboratory practice environment, and the clinical practice setting.

This attendance policy was developed to emphasize for all students, their responsibilities, with respect to theory classes, the laboratory practice environment, and the clinical practice setting. Students are encouraged to review their individual course outlines for specific evaluation criteria relating to participation marks. Questions relating to each course’s evaluation scheme will be directed to the individual course Professor.

Students are encouraged to seek academic advisement through the Student Success Centre if external concerns affect their attendance in theory classes, laboratory practice sessions, and clinical practice shifts.

Nursing Practice (Lab Theory and Practice) is a compulsory prerequisite to all clinical experiences in all Semesters of the Practical Nursing Program – students are required to attend. Students who are unable to attend a Nursing Practice (Laboratory Theory and Practice) are required to notify the appropriate Lab Theory and Practice Professor prior to the scheduled lab.

Practical Nursing Program Page 38 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) Hours absent from labs will be deducted from the student’s clinical hours. Students are responsible for all laboratory theory and practice content taught in their absence, by attending the next evening practice lab. The lab teacher will notify your clinical instructor of your missed time. Upon completion of the make-up lab, students must present a completed laboratory referral form to their Clinical Instructor. Please note that although the missed labs must be made up during evening practice lab, the hours absent must still be made up during clinical.

All missed laboratory theory and practice hours must be made up prior to obtaining credit, and prior to proceeding to the subsequent period or semester. Making up missed laboratory theory and clinical practice time may impact on the student’s ability to graduate, will incur additional tuition fees, and may potentially delay the student’s eligibility to write the Canadian Practical Nursing National Examination.

At the Clinical Instructor’s discretion, students may be removed from the clinical area if they have been absent from one or more scheduled Nursing Practice (Laboratory Theory and Practice) classes. Continued absenteeism will result in failure to complete the clinical outcomes for the semester, and an unsatisfactory clinical practice evaluation, with a subsequent referral to the Promotion Committee.

Practical Nursing Program Page 39 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) Students are expected to be on time for all scheduled Nursing Practice (Laboratory Theory and Practice) classes. Students who are late for scheduled Nursing Practice (Laboratory Theory and Practice) will have this time deducted from their overall clinical hours.

Students who have been absent from a laboratory test (written or practical) for medical reasons must meet with their Professor immediately upon their return. Students who are absent from a laboratory test (written or practical) will be asked to provide a medical certificate.

Students have seven days to complete a deficient lab. Students must submit their completed Lab Referral Form to their Clinical Instructor in order to return to the clinical setting.

Students will not be permitted to attend Nursing Practice (Clinical) if they have not completed a missed lab within the seven day time frame.

This policy refers to Semesters 1 – 4.

Attendance Policy – Nursing Practice (Field/Clinical) (Semesters 1 – 4)

There is a zero tolerance policy for absenteeism in all Nursing Practice (Clinical) placements. Students are referred to the “Attendance Policy” (see below). All hours missed from Nursing Practice (Clinical) are cumulative for the Practical Nursing Program, and must be made up prior to being eligible to graduate and prior to writing the Canadian Practical Nursing National Examination. Students will incur additional tuition fees for Professor coverage if any make up hours exceed the scheduled time limit for preceptorship. A professor may be hired during March break to make up some of the missed hours however all costs are incurred by each student and this option will not be used as an excuse to miss clinical or lab hours.

Students with absenteeism due to extenuating circumstances (bereavement or illness requiring hospitalization) may be eligible for additional clinical time in Semester Four, however these hours still need to be made up. Students must successfully meet all clinical objectives prior to being promoted to the next clinical experience and prior to graduation.

Students who must leave a field placement or clinical practice setting before the completion of a scheduled experience because of illness, injury or other circumstances, are to report to their Clinical Instructor or preceptor.

Students are required to be present for all scheduled field/clinical experiences. Students who are ill are required to notify the placement area prior to the time at which the experience is to begin, and obtain the name of the staff member to whom they are speaking. Students are to leave their name and telephone number with the staff member. Students who are ill may contact the College health nurse for advice (475-6169).

Practical Nursing Program Page 40 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) When a student is absent from clinical he/she must contact the Clinical Instructor later that day to let the Clinical Instructor know if he/she will be in the next day. Clinical Instructors will confirm with their clinical group how to contact them to report an absence.

Students must make up any missed time during preceptorship, if time is available. Making up missed time may impact on the student’s ability to graduate, will incur additional tuition fees, and may potentially delay the student’s eligibility to write the Canadian Practical Nursing National Examination.

Drug Calculations – Semester Three (Periods 1 and 2)

At the beginning of each clinical period in Semester 3, students will write a Drug Calculations Test. The Drug Calculations Test will involve oral, liquid, suspension, and parenteral medication calculations for both adults and children. The Drug Calculation Test will be administered during a Pharmacology class.

Students who are successful in the Drug Calculations Test are encouraged to continue practicing drug calculations. Students who are unsuccessful in the Drug Calculations Test (as evidenced by a final grade of less than 90%) will: (1) meet with the Pharmacology Teacher to develop a Student Success Plan (SSP) which will identify specific learning needs and plans to remediate; and (2) participate in tutoring sessions offered through the Student Success Centre (e.g. peer tutoring).

Students are permitted a maximum of two rewrites on the Drug Calculations Test (per period). Failure to achieve a grade of 90% on rewrite #1 or #2, in either period one or two in Semester Three, will result in an “unsatisfactory” grade in Learning Outcome #4, and a subsequent referral to the Promotion Committee for Practical Nursing.

Students who are unsuccessful in the Drug Calculations Test are eligible to administer medications during their Semester Three Nursing Practice (Clinical) under the direct supervision and co-signature of their Clinical Instructor.

Preceptorship

The purpose of the preceptor clinical experience (PN 527) is to provide the learner with the opportunity to consolidate skills and knowledge at a level approaching that of a beginning graduate. Partnered with a preceptor Registered Practical Nurse, the learner will gradually increase nursing practice skills within the professional role.

The last eight weeks of the Practical Nursing Program (Semester 4B) will be conducted in 2 different settings (4 weeks in a long term care facility and 4 weeks in acute care)(Please note, preceptorship parameters are subject to change). Nursing Students may also choose to complete their preceptorship experience out of the city. If students decide to go out of the city for their preceptorship experience, plans and arrangements must be articulated to the Program Coordinator, Nursing Practice, by the beginning of Semester Three.

Practical Nursing Program Page 41 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) If there are more students than preceptors for a particular clinical agency or unit, the appropriateness of placements will be at the discretion of the faculty and staff (including clinical and lab instructors) of the Confederation College Practical Nursing Program. Several factors will be taken into consideration when making final decisions on preceptor placements for students. After consultation, the final decision on placements will be with the Program Coordinator, Clinical Practice.

The following table describes how students will successfully complete the preceptorship phase of the Practical Nursing Program.

Week 1- Preceptorship (Start) Students will begin their first four weeks of preceptorship.

Week 2 Midterm Evaluation By the end of the second week, students will receive a midterm evaluation indicating their progress to date and areas for improvement.

Week 4 First Block Ends Students must submit a final evaluation, which is reviewed and signed by the preceptor in order to proceed to the next four weeks of their preceptorship experience.

Week 5 Preceptorship (Block Students will begin the second 4 week block of 2 begins) preceptorship.

Week 6 Midterm Evaluation By the end of week six, students will receive a midterm evaluation indicating their progress to date and areas for improvement.

Week 8 Preceptorship Students will complete a final evaluation for the 2nd 4 (Completed) week block of preceptorship and reviewed by the preceptor. If successful, credit for preceptorship will be received.

NB: Applications for preceptorship will be circulated no later than the beginning of Semester 4.

Practical Nursing Program Page 42 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) Injuries Acquired During Field or Clinical Practice Experiences

Students injured while on a scheduled placement experience must notify the Clinical Instructor immediately and complete the required documentation from the field or clinical practice setting, Confederation College and associated Workplace Safety and Insurance Board Guidelines. Students who are injured while on a scheduled placement experience must also meet with the Program Coordinator, Nursing Practice, or Confederation’s College Health Nurse once their initial injury has been assessed by a physician.

Use of Technology during Field or Clinical Practice Experiences

Students are not permitted to carry mobile devices that generate text messages, record voices or take photographs (e.g. an iPhone, blackberry, cellphone or other such devices) while in the field or clinical practice setting. Students are not permitted to use mobile devices during coffee or meal breaks.

Students found with such devices on their person will be asked to leave the field or clinical practice setting, and report to their Clinical Instructor. If issues are unresolved, the Chair, and Associate Dean of the School of Health, Negahneewin, and Community Services may then become involved. Students who require an electronic device for learning purposes (that does not generate text messages, record voices or take photographs) will have an identified Individual Educational Plan filed with the Student Success Centre.

Smoking During Field Placement or Clinical Practice Experiences Policy

Students are not permitted to smoke on the properties of our field or clinical agencies. Students are not permitted to smoke in their cars parked in the parking lots of our field or clinical agencies. If students leave the property of the field or clinical practice agency, they must change out of their school uniform and shoes.

Practical Nursing Program Page 43 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) Guidelines for Data Collection Policy

1. Clinical Instructors will inform students of behaviours required when on the clinical unit to do research. Students will remain quiet and professional. Students will be respectful and courteous to their fellow classmates.

2. Clinical Instructors will inform staff and the nurse manager of the times when students will be on the unit for pre-clinical research purposes (usually after 4:00 pm). Clinical assignments will be posted usually after 4:00 pm. Students are not to arrive on the clinical unit earlier than instructed by the Clinical Instructor.

3. The dress code for pre-clinical research will consist of business casual clothing (e.g. dress pants, skirts hemmed to the knee, dresses and shirts/sweaters), appropriate footwear, a lab coat, and appropriate identification. Agency personal have been instructed to not allow students to complete pre-clinical research if students are not dressed appropriately, or if students are not wearing clearly visible Confederation College and/or agency determined identification.

4. Students will introduce themselves to staff on duty on arrival on unit to begin research.

5. Pre-clinical research will be done at the desk or in the conference room as long as unit staff is informed and approves that the medical chart will be used in the conference room.

6. Students will introduce themselves to the patient/resident/client, and to make any obvious observations related to the nursing plan of care (e.g. observe for such things as urinary drainage devices, the use of oxygen, or intravenous therapy).

7. Once pre-clinical research is complete, students will ensure that charts are replaced where they were found (e.g. in proper slots or on the desk if orders were being done).Students are not to spend more than the allotted time on the clinical units completing pre-clinical research.

8. Students are not to provide/assist any aspect of nursing care while completing pre- clinical research.

9. Prior to the commencement of a clinical experience, students are to review the medical chart for new medication/treatment/diagnostic orders, review the plan of care, determine any new nursing interventions, and review the off going shift summary.

Practical Nursing Program Page 44 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) Practical Nursing Program – Social Networking Directive

Introduction The Chair, Program Coordinator, Professors, Lab Technologists, Lab Technicians and Clinical Instructors (hereby referred to as “the faculty”) of the Practical Nursing Program at Confederation College, view facets of social networking to be both positive and progressive when used to enhance academic learning in a professional and ethical manner. The faculty respects the rights of students to make use of social networking sites as a medium for self-expression, when such self-expression is considered to be professional and ethical. For the purposes of this directive, social networking will be defined as, but is not limited to, such venues as Facebook (including personal group Facebook pages), Myspace, Twitter and blogs, snap chat, group chats, and communication will refer to all media related interchanges (e.g. written, audio, photographs and video). As future Registered Practical Nurses (RPNs), and members of a highly regarded, self-regulated profession, it is essential that all Practical Nursing students at Confederation College adhere to, and respect the confines of this directive. In the interest of academic and behavioural integrity, Practical Nursing students engaging in the use of social networking will be held accountable to Confederation College’s policies entitled “Academic Integrity” (Policy # 5-5-01),“Use of Information Technology” (Policy # 5-5-05), and the “Student Code of Conduct” (Policy # 5-5-02). Practical Nursing students must also be aware, that employers may screen a potential employee for social networking activity.

Social Networking Directive

Practical Nursing students engaging in social networking will adhere to the Practical Nursing Program – Social Networking Directive. Failure to adhere to the Practical Nursing Program – Social Networking Directive will result in disciplinary action as deemed appropriate by the Chair and/or Associate Dean of the School of Health, Negahneewin, and Community Services up to and including expulsion from the program depending on the severity of the occurrence(s).

1. Practical Nursing students engaging in the use of social media will be professional, ethical and respectful while communicating in reference to Confederation College and the Practical Nursing Program; Practical Nursing Program faculty and students; and in reference to the students’ clinical learning environment (e.g. hospital or nursing units).

2. Students will not use social networking sites as a means to disparage Confederation College and the Practical Nursing Program; Practical Nursing Program faculty and students; or the College’s clinical learning partners (e.g. hospital or nursing units).

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3. Practical Nursing students engaging in the use of social networking will be professional, ethical and respectful of Confederation College’s support staff, faculty and students from other program areas, as well as all invited guests to either the classroom or the College environment.

4. Practical Nursing students engaging in the use of social networking will not practice the use of disrespectful language (e.g. obscenities, profanity and racism); will not use vulgar, unkind or discrediting language; will not discuss topics which the nursing profession would regard as disrespectful or dishonourable; and will uphold the confines of Confederation College’s Respect Campaign.

5. At no time with Practical Nursing students take or post pictures onto social media while in any clinical learning environments (including hospital, nursing units, school labs)

6. Practical Nursing students will not use social networking sites to harass, bully or intimidate Practical Nursing Program faculty, students, or students from other program areas.

Resources

Practical Nursing students choosing to identify themselves as a Confederation College Practical Nursing student within a social networking environment are encouraged to review the following nursing standards put forth by the College of Nurses of Ontario: a) Confidentiality and Privacy – Personal Health Information b) Conflict Prevention and Management c) Professional Standards, Revised 2002 d) Therapeutic Nurse-Client Relationship, Revised 2006

Practical Nursing Program Page 46 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) College of Nurses of Ontario Infection, Prevention and Control Standards

Ensuring the use of safe, effective and ethical infection prevention and control measures is an important component of nursing care. This Infection Prevention and Control practice standard is evidence-based and outlines practice expectations for all nurses in all roles and practice settings.

Knowledge of clinical infection control practices is continually growing and changing. While the principles of infection control (prevention, transmission and control) do not change, specific clinical practices may evolve as a result of new evidence. For this reason, this practice standard provides broad statements and does not include specific clinical practice information. A nurse is also expected to consult appropriate resources for clinical advice and access resources in a timely manner. These resources may include, but are not limited to an infection control practitioner, relevant nursing resources and guidelines from Health Canada and the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care.

Practical Nursing Program Page 47 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) Banner

“Banner” is an enrolment management application accessed from the Confederation College website. You can access it to get information, including your class schedule, transcripts, and account summary. Web registration for classes is done through Banner using the information you received with your offer of admission. Any difficulty with registering for classes, login etc. can be assisted with by either the staff at the HUB information desk (near the main entrance to the College) or by contacting Registration Services.

Registering for Classes

If you haven’t already done so, make sure you have registered.

1. Go to: “Banner Self Serve Application...” link on college website 2. Click on "Enter Secure Area" 3. Log in with “username” and “password”* 4. Click on “Postsecondary Web Registration” 5. Follow the on screen instructions to complete your registration and get your schedule

*Username and Password

Your Username is found on the top right of your offer of admission. It is also the beginning of your Confederation College email address before the @.

Your Password is as follows: Fnxxxxxxxxx

F = First letter of first name CAPITALIZED. n = First letter of last name lowercase. x = Last nine digits of your student number. eq. 100129914

Username and Password are Case Sensitive.

Class Timetable

Once registered for classes, your timetable can be accessed and printed from Banner. Finding classes can be tricky when you’re new to a place, but rest assured after a couple of weeks you’ll be finding your way without any difficulties.

1. Go to www.confederationc.on.ca/services/academic 2. Select “Banner Self Serve Application” from the Services listings on the left. 3. Click on "Enter Secure Area" 4. Log in with “username” and “password” 5. Click on “Student Services”

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6. Click on “Academic Information” 7. Click on “Student Timetable” 8. You may need to click on “next week” a couple of times to get to a week that shows your whole schedule

Your timetable provides you with a number of bits of information. It contains the specific course code, starting and ending times, building location, and room number for lectures and labs. For example:

CS 007 = course code for Persuasive Writing class McIntyre = building RM 377 = room 377

 Don’t get confused between a class code and room number or building name. If you are unsure, ask!

The staff at the College are available to answer all of your questions

MAP OF MAIN CAMPUS

Practical Nursing Program Page 49 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) Blackboard

“Blackboard” is a learning management system which allows you to see your specific classes and grades, communicate with your professor, and read important course and academic notices. It is also where some teachers upload course-specific assignments, PowerPoint presentations, lecture notes, and other class work. Check Blackboard frequently by logging into “myCampus” on the Confederation homepage.

1. At the top of the College website main page, click the link Log in to MyCampus. 2. At the MyCampus login page, enter your College username and password and then click the Login button. 3. Once you are logged into the MyCampus portal, on the left-hand side of the page under the LaunchPad section you will see the Blackboard link. Click on this icon to be automatically logged into the College’s Blackboard system.

It is your responsibility to check Blackboard on a regular basis.

E-mail

Every registered student at the college is given an individual email account. This email account is the email you should use for all of your college correspondence. In other words, if you need to contact a Professor or Registration Services etc. use your college account and not your personal Gmail, Hotmail etc. Your college email address is what is linked to Blackboard and it is the address that your Professors will use to contact you.

It is your responsibility to check your college email on a regular basis.

Students can access their College e-mail using the Web Access Outlook application. Web Access Outlook can be accessed through any Internet connected computer via the College’s MyCampus portal application by typing in the URL: http://www.confederationc.on.ca into your web browser (this is the College’s main website). Email can also be configured and synced with a smart phone (instructions available at computer Help Desk).

1. At the top of the College website main page, click the link Log in to MyCampus. 2. At the MyCampus login page; please enter your College username and password (as determined at the start of this section) and then click the Login button. 3. Once you are logged into the MyCampus portal, on the left-hand side of the page under the LaunchPad section you will see the Web Mail link (icon of yellow mail envelope). Click on this icon to be automatically logged into the College Web Access Outlook e-mail system.

Practical Nursing Program Page 50 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) Class Guidelines

College classes require a significant amount of personal accountability. Policies regarding Academic and Personal conduct can be accessed on the College’s website. These policies outline the responsibilities of both students and professors. Published College policies & procedures form the “rule-book” and should be consulted for clarification on specific issues.

Our goal at Confederation is to create open, inclusive, and respectful learning environments for everyone – individual students, classmates, Professors and Staff.

General Class Structure

1. On the first day or two of a class your Professors will inform you of specific class rules and provide you with a course outline, that will explain the grading system, and a class schedule with important dates and deadlines. Usually this information is posted in Blackboard, so refer to it often to avoid missing any deadlines.

2. Online/blended courses will make use of appropriate technologies to do the same – usually with introductory emails providing essential information.

3. Professors will use your college email address and/or Blackboard as a means of communication.

4. Breaks will be given in class as per the Professor’s discretion. For Example, two 10 minute breaks may be combined into one longer break to ensure you have time to grab a coffee.

Practical Nursing Program Page 51 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) Attendance/Missed Tests & Assignments

1. Success is directly related to attendance! It is expected that students attend all classes. Absences for legitimate and documentable reasons do occur BUT your Professors need to be made aware – either prior to, or immediately following the absence. Waiting to contact a Professor for multiple weeks or months is not acceptable.

2. If you are absent from class you must find out what you missed from your classmates or Professor. Your Professor will not come to you or re-teach the material.

3. Legitimate and documentable reasons for missing class need to be discussed with your Professor. Examples include the following: a. Health issues: i. documented by doctor’s note, walk-in clinic note, prescription copy, ID bracelet from emergency, Counsellor’s letter, and/or Professor’s approved evidence

b. Court summons, jury duty: i. documented by paperwork

c. Death of family member i. Documented through discussion with your Professor

4. Missed tests/exams/quizzes without a legitimate reason may receive a grade of zero (0).

5. Assignments, projects, essays, etc. (given as “homework” with a due date) are due on the assigned date. Late assignments may be subject to a penalty of up to 10% per day and will not generally be accepted beyond one week after the assignment due date.

6. Assignments are to be submitted in the manner prescribed by your Professor. For example, some Professors require assignments to be submitted in paper while others will accept electronic attachments. Follow the instructions provided by your Professor on submission.

Practical Nursing Program Page 52 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) In-Class Behaviour

1. Drinking water or coffee is usually acceptable in class (certain lab/shop environments prohibit this, so ask your Professor if you are unsure).

2. Small snacks are generally okay, but eating large meals in class is not acceptable. You should wait for a break to eat and always ensure you properly dispose of garbage.

3. Turn off your cell phone in class. If you must answer a call, leave the classroom quietly so you do not disturb the class. Tell your Professor before class if you are expecting a call that you will have to answer.

4. Talking to classmates while the Professor is speaking is considered disrespectful and disruptive.

5. Arrive on time to class. It is disruptive to the class and the professor when students continually stream in mid-class. If you are late, enter the classroom as quietly and discreetly as possible. Some teachers require students to wait for a break to enter the class if they are late.

6. If you must leave the classroom early, do so as quietly as possible. Have a valid reason for leaving early and tell your Professor before the class begins. It is less disruptive to leave during a class break.

7. You are expected to ask for help when you need it. It is not considered embarrassing to you or the Professor if you ask for help.

8. Professors recognize that there are many sources of knowledge. It is acceptable for Professor’s to say “I don’t know the answer to your question, but will find out.” This is considered to be part of the learning process.

9. Students are encouraged to actively participate during the class. Students are encouraged to pay attention, take notes, participate in classroom discussions, and ask questions. Raise your hand to ask questions or make comments when the Professor is lecturing. Speak freely and respectfully during group discussions. It is not rude to have a different opinion if you express it respectfully.

10. Professors must give permission before students can tape-record lectures. Because of the disclosures that occur in many class discussions, permission is often denied.

Practical Nursing Program Page 53 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) Additional Expectations

1. Have reasonable expectations regarding email/telephone response times. Messages sent at late hours or on weekends will not be responded to until appropriate working hours.

2. Have reasonable expectations regarding the marking of tests and assignments. Students should expect that the nature of the test or assignment will impact the amount of time to mark. For example, essays or short answer tests may take as much as two to three weeks to mark versus less time for multiple choice tests.

3. When leaving messages for Professors, always (and clearly) include your full name, contact information, and specific class – remember your professor’s may have 100s of students at any given time.

4. When scheduling a meeting outside of class time with your Professor, please ensure you attend. If you cannot make an appointment, contact your Professor beforehand to let him/her know.

Practical Nursing Program Page 54 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) College Policies and Procedures

Students should familiarize themselves with the following College policies:

Student Rights & Responsibilities http://www.confederationc.on.ca/sites/default/files/5-5- 03_charter_of_students_rights_and_responsibilities.pdf

Grading Policy http://www.confederationc.on.ca/sites/default/files/course_evaluation__grading_-_5-1-01_0.pdf

Student Code of Conduct http://www.confederationc.on.ca/sites/default/files/5-5- 02_student_code_of_conduct_0.pdf

Academic Integrity http://www.confederationc.on.ca/sites/default/files/5-5- 01_academic_integrity_0.pdf

Use of Technology http://www.confederationc.on.ca/sites/default/files/use_of_electronic_devices_in_class__-_5-5- 06.pdf

Academic Dispute Resolution http://www.confederationc.on.ca/sites/default/files/5-1- 02_academic_dispute_resolution_0.pdf

Dropping Classes

At the middle point of every semester, the college establishes a deadline for dropping classes without academic penalty. Generally this date is set for the 2nd week of November and March respectively. Specific dates are set each year and are communicated on the College’s website. Students are responsible for knowing their academic standing in their courses. If you are unsure where you stand, consult your Professor prior to the drop deadline. Having the discussion with your Professor will provide insight on your chances of success. In the event that you do need to drop a course, consult your Coordinator or enquire at the HUB for guidance.

It is important to note that any dropped class must be picked up at a later date to ensure you meet graduation requirements. If a mandatory class is dropped, that same class must be repeated. If an elective is dropped, a substitute elective must be taken.

To keep track of your courses, use the course planner checklist provided earlier.

Practical Nursing Program Page 55 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) Modified Registration

In some instances, modified registrations are done for students needing to register outside of the web registration process. This occurs for transfer students, students who are picking up additional classes, students who dropped classes, or for those on an academic plan. If you require a modified registration, please go to the School of Health, Negahneewin, and Community Services (Room 277).

Release of Information

In the event that students wish to have information regarding their academic standing shared with others, a release of information form needs to be submitted. This occurs when funding agencies, parents, employers etc. request information about students. Before your Coordinator or Professors can discuss specifics about your situation, a release needs to be signed. It is the student’s responsibility to consent, or not, for the disclosure of information.

A sample disclosure form can be found on the next page.

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SAMPLE

STATEMENT OF RELEASE OF INFORMATION

I, ______give Confederation College of Applied Arts and Technology permission to release my academic and attendance records and information regarding my progress in the program to the persons, organization of institutions listed below.

Date: Signature:

P. O. Box 398, Thunder Bay, ON, Canada, P7C 4W1 tel: (807) 475-6110 www.confederationc.on.ca

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ABOUT CONFEDERATION COLLEGE

Confederation College is a publically- funded institution established in 1967 with 3,400 full-time students and 8,400 part- time students. Along with its main campus in Thunder Bay, Confederation College has eight regional campuses, meeting the education needs of students in a catchment area of 550,000 square kilometers.

Conveniently situated in the heart of the city and surrounded by nature trails, the main campus consists of six buildings, including a fitness centre and residence IMPORTANT COLLEGE NUMBERS Department Phone Number Website hall. The main building is called the Shuniah Building (SHU) and is where most The “Hub” information line 475 - 6110 campus services are located. Toll Free 1 –800 –465–5493 The college has three academic schools: Bookstore 475 - 6225 www.confederationc.on.ca/bookstore  School of Aviation, Engineering, Computer Help Desk 475 - 6488 www.confederationc.on.ca/computerservices Trades & Technology Counselling (personal) 475 - 6110 www.confederationc.on.ca/counselling  School of Business, Hospitality & Fitness Centre 475 - 6239 www.confederationc.on.ca/fitnesscentre Media Arts Health Centre 475 - 6169 www.confederationc.on.ca/healthcentre  School of Health & Community International Education Centre 475 - 6467 www.confederationc.on.ca/ Services IEC Emergency Phone 627 - 2899 international

Library 475 - 6219 www.confederationc.on.ca/library The newest addition to the Shuniah Building is the Regional Education Alliance Residence 475 - 6381 www.confederationc.on.ca/residence for Community Health (REACH) building. Registration 475 - 6265 www.confederatonc.on.ca/registration This addition houses brand new facilities Student Accessibility Services 475-6618 www.confederationc.on.ca/accessibility and leading-edge equipment and (Disability Services) simulators for the college’s health & Student Union (SUCCI) 475 - 6226 www.succi.com community services programs. On-Campus Emergency 922 Confederation College offers a full range of services and support to all students to Off-Campus Emergency 911 ensure their academic success.

If calling from a campus phone to another campus number, dial only the last

four numbers.

If calling an on-campus phone number from an off-campus phone in Thunder

Bay, dial the seven digit local number.

If calling to a location outside of Thunder Bay within Canada, remember to

first dial one and then the area code (ex. 1-807).

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FITNESS CENTRE www.confederationc.on.ca/fitnesscentre CAMPUS SERVICES 475-6239 Monday to Thursday: 5:00am - 11:00pm BOOKSTORE COUNSELLING SERVICES Friday: 5:00am - 10:00pm SHU118 Student Success, SHU153 Saturday to Sunday: 7:00am - 8:00pm www.confederationc.on.ca/bookstor www.confederationc.on.ca/counselling Reduced hours on holidays and over the 475-6110 summer. e295-3851 Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm Monday to Friday: 8:30am - 4:30pm

The fitness centre (also called “The Bubble”) has weight training areas, a four- Purchase textbooks, school supplies, Academic advisement and personal lane indoor track, indoor tennis, bus passes, clothing, and locker counseling are available. badminton, basketball and squash courts, rentals. steam rooms, pace, nautilus, and cardio centres. HELP DESK (COMPUTER) Facilities are free for full-time students – just show your student card on entry. SHU346 There are also a variety of classes and www.confederationc.on.ca/computerservices 475-6488 programs available to all students for a fee. Monday to Thursday: 8:00am – 9:00pm Friday: 8:00am – 5:00pm Most fitness programs start the second week of the semester and you must pre- register. The Help Desk assists with technical issues regarding your computer or email account. Speak to any of the technicians if you have problems: printing

assignments, signing in to the network, saving to your personal drive, or . accessing any of the college applications, such as Banner or Blackboard.

STUDENT SUCCESS CENTRE SHU 153; www.confederationc.on.ca/studentservices 475-6618 Monday to Friday: 8:30am - 4:00pm The Student Success Centre provides specialized services including tutoring in various subjects, disability accommodations, counseling

services, co-operative education/work placement department, student success and advisement.

ABORIGINAL STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES, SHUNIAH, APIWIN Centrally located in the Shuniah Building, the Apiwin Lounge is a quiet, safe learning space where students can gather. Services there include Aboriginal Student Success Advisors, Aboriginal Counsellor, student

lounge, transitional support, and Academic, Cultural and Special Needs Support.

OMBUDS OFFICE SHU A212; www.confederationc.on.ca/ombuds 475-6209 Monday to Wednesday 10:30am – 4:30 pm, Thursday 10:30am-12pm The Ombuds Office is an independent, impartial office financed equally by the College and the Student Union. It helps students

resolve academic and housing issues and concerns.

Practical Nursing Program Page 59 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) CAFETERIA PATERSON LEARNING SHU 2nd floor; www.confederationc.on.ca/cafeteria 475-6378 COMMONS Mon – Fri: 8:00am - 8:00pm SHU Room 227 Sat – Sun: 9:00am – 7:00pm www.confederationc.on.ca/library 475-6219 The main cafeteria houses a coffee and donut shop, a grill (with hot foods like hamburgers and perogies), and a deli (sandwiches and wraps). Wraps, soups Fall / Winter Hours (September to April) and salads are also available. A small lunch counter can be found in both the Monday-Wed. 8:00am - 9:00pm McIntyre and Dorion Buildings, as well as at ACE. Thursday/Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm

Cost-saving meal plans are available for all students, including those staying in Saturday CLOSED Residence. Plan options range from $2,400 to $3,100 for the year. Visit the Sunday 12:00pm - 5:00pm website above for more information. To save on costs, we recommend bringing Summer Hours (May to August) a packed lunch with you to school. Microwaves for students are available in the cafeteria. Monday-Friday 8:30am – 4:30 pm

SECURITY SERVICES Book audio/visual equipment, borrow books SHU B106; www.confederationc.on.ca/publicsafety and videos, and browse a wide range of 475-6261 electronic resources including LibGuides Security services are on campus 24 hours a day to assist with crime prevention, (databases specific to programs), online fire safety, enforcing traffic and parking regulations, and patrolling the grounds books, articles and e-journals, as well as a and buildings. To be escorted from any building to your vehicle, bus stop, or any large print collection of books, journals, other building on campus at any time, call the Campus Security Walk service at newspapers, and articles. Interlibrary loans 623-0465. from other libraries are also possible.

For an on -campus emergency, call 922 to reach security services. For an off- The friendly Library staff can help you campus emergency, call 911 to reach police, fire, or ambulance. research term papers and assignments, find resources, cite sources, and avoid STUDENT UNION OF CONFEDERATION plagiarism.

COLLEGE INC. (SUCCI) Private study rooms are available on the first st SHU 1 floor; www.succi.com floor of the Library. Each of the five rooms 475-6226 contains access to a computer, the internet, Your Student Union hosts a wide variety of events and activities, ranging a VHS/DVD player, and a wall-mounted from social events to special guest speakers, and engaging educational monitor. Rooms can be booked for a maximum of 4 hours per week, per student. events that challenge you and compliment your learning. Most events and To book a room, visit activities are available free of charge. For more information stop by the www.confederationc.on.ca/library/studyroo SUCCI Office or visit www.succi.com. m.

The Confederation College Thunderhawks Varsity Athletics Program Confederation College students can also competes as part of the Ontario Colleges Athletic Association. Teams borrow books from Lakehead University’s include golf, cross-country running, men’s and women’s indoor soccer, and (LU) Chancellor Paterson Library or from any of the four public city libraries. To obtain a men’s and women’s mixed curling. Sports teams include competitive library card, students will need to show their cheerleading and women’s hockey. All students are welcome to try out for a Confederation College student card and a team. When on a team, students must maintain a 2.0 GPA. For more photo ID with local and home address information visit www.thunderhawksathletics.com. information and an email address.

Campus Recreation opportunities abound with a wide variety of sport, recreation and family events for all. For more information, visit students visit www.succi.com/campusrec

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COMPUTERS ON-CAMPUS HEALTH RESOURCES

Wireless internet is offered everywhere st SHU 1 Floor; www.confederationc.on.ca/healthcentre on campus and requires a password: 475-6169 Server Name: snap?47 Monday to Thursday: 8:30am - 4:30pm Password: DAFCA169AA Some health services, including physical examinations, sexually transmitted disease Passwords and syncing instructions are screening, health counselling (nutrition, anxiety, stress management) and massage subject to change. If you need help therapy, are available on campus for a fee. Call 475-6169 to book an appointment. accessing the internet or have issues Some dental care services, including cleaning and x-rays, are available for a very reasonable with your computer, the computer Help cost through the Dental Assisting and Dental Hygiene programs. The service is provided by Desk (475 -6488) is located on the third Confederation students in the dental programs. Call 475-6436 to book an appointment. floor of the Shuniah Building.

To log on to any campus computer or OFF-CAMPUS HEALTH CARE your email account, you will need your Call 211 for up-to-date walk-in clinic information username and password. Your user name will be up to 8 characters long and will consist of your first initial and your THUNDER BAY REGIONAL HEALTH last name. In some cases, there may be a NORTHWEST WALK-IN CLINIC SCIENCES CENTRE (HOSPITAL) number attached at the end. If you have M, T, Th 3:30pm – 6:30pm; W, F Emergency Room, 24-hrs/day, 7 your student card already, your user 3:30pm - 8:30pm; 623-7101; 1295 days/week; 684-6000; 980 Oliver Rd., name will be the part that comes before Arthur Street East; Bus: #3 Airport Bus: #2 Crosstown the “@” sign. Your password will be the first letter of your first name, the first letter of your last name, and your 9 digit RIDGEWAY CLINIC RED RIVER WALK-IN CLINIC student number. M-Th 9:30am – 4:30pm; 622-0601; M-Th 12pm – 8pm; Fr 12pm – 4pm; Eg. John Smith 1001 Ridgeway Street; Bus: #2 Sat 10am – 1pm; 767-4411; 901 Red user name  jsmith Crosstown River Rd.; Bus: #9 Junot password  js100111222 DR. GAIL SCOTT, DENTIST NORTHWOOD FAMILY DENTAL 345-6331; 276 Park Street; 475-7500; 2606 Victoria Avenue; Bus: #3 Memorial Bus: #2 Crosstown

Telehealth 1-866-797-0000 Staffed by registered nurses, available 24-hrs/day

Poison Control 1-800-268-9017 Open 24-hrs/day Nurses' Registry 623-7451 For dental and walk-in clinic information, 24-hrs/day

STUDENT CARDS Every student is issued a student identification card at the beginning of each year.

This card displays your photograph, full name, and student number. It also acts as

your bus pass for the year.

Practical Nursing Program Page 61 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) ABOUT THUNDER BAY FUN FACTS  The name “Thunder Bay” was first Located on the northern shore of Lake Superior and on the Canadian Shield, coined by settlers who, when entering

Thunder Bay has a population of 110,000, making it the largest city in the bay during a storm, noticed that the Northwestern Ontario. Surrounded by fresh water lakes and spectacular thunder was amplified by the forests, it is a prime location for summer or winter outdoor activities, especially surrounding mountains. camping, hiking and skiing. .  A large population of Finnish and Italian immigrants reside in the city  Lake Superior is the largest freshwater A BRIEF HISTORY lake by surface area and third largest by Northwestern Ontario has a long history of aboriginal settlements; in Thunder Bay the Fort William First Nation (Ojibwe) group was prominent. The area was volume in the world; it is also one of the th settled in the early 18 century by Europeans who established one of North five Great Lakes of North America America’s largest trading posts, called Fort William. The area grew quickly when  Thunder Bay is over 1500km from Canada officially became a country in 1867. In 1970, the towns of Fort William Toronto: an 18-hour drive or a one-and- and Port Arthur combined to create the city now known as Thunder Bay. a-half hour flight

GETTING AROUND BUSING All full -time students receive a “U-Pass” as part of their student card which provides unlimited access to city buses for the full year (September-August).

The bus system is easy to navigate. There are two main bus terminals: one in the south end of the city, at City Hall, and one in the north side of the city, near the marina. Two major bus lines run across town: the #1 Mainline and the #2 Crosstown, and there are several minor bus lines serving specific neighborhoods. There is a notice board with bus arrival times located outside the front doors of the Shuniah Building (which is also the stop for all buses). Most bus lines run from 6am to midnight throughout the week, with less frequent service at night and on weekends.

Visit www.nextbus.com or call 684-3744 for information on routes or for exact stop times. Note: buses stop only at designated bus stops.

Practical Nursing Program Page 62 Confederation College (Revised May 2016) PUBLIC LIBRARIES There are three main public libraries in the city. A library card is free and LAUNDRY easy to get, can be used at any location, and you can sign up at any Coin-operated laundry facilities are branch. Bring ID with you along with available in Residence and throughout proof of your current address in the city (there are numerous Barb’s Thunder Bay. For an online Laundromat s, the closest being on directory, hours of operation, and 1200 Victoria Ave or 300 May Street). other information, you can go to Most rental apartments have laundry www.tbpl.ca or call 345-8275. facilities available though sometimes at a fee; ask in advance. LIBRARY LOCATIONS BRODIE RESOURCE LIBRARY

216 Brodie St. S. (Bus: Crosstown #2)

COUNTY PARK BRANCH

SAFETY County Fair Plaza

Thunder Bay is a safe city….but remember: (Bus: County Park #3C)  Call 911 to reach police, paramedic or fire services when off campus. MARY J.L. BLACK  Do not walk by yourself at night. 901 Edward St. S.  Do not approach wild animals. (Bus: Crosstown #2)  Always carry photo ID but leave your WAVERLY RESOURCE LIBRARY passport at home in a safe place.  Have copies of your passport in a 285 Red River Rd.

location separate from the original. (Bus: Crosstown #2)  Lock your bicycle and do not leave valuables unattended while out.  Always wear a helmet and protective gear when cycling or rollerblading.

Brodie Resource Library Mary J.L. Black Library Waverly Resource Library

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PRACTICAL NURSING PROGRAM MANUAL AGREEMENT

Name: ______Last First

Date of Birth: ______MM DD YYYY

Local Address: ______Postal Code: ______

Phone Number: ______Email Address: ______

If the above information changes it is your responsibility to notify the Registrar’s Office.

I have received, read, and understand the Practical Nursing (PN) Program Manual._____ (initial)

I hereby understand and agree to follow ALL content, policies and procedures within this PN manual. _____ (initial)

I have read and understand all information pertaining to:  The online Pathophysiology policy and understand that this course is NOT synchronous with the classroom Pathophysiology. ______(initial)  Maintaining ALL current clinical requirements at all times during my school which will incur additional costs outside of my ancillary fees. ______(initial)  The Personal Appearance policy and that I may be sent home from clinical should I not be following this policy.______(initial)  The attendance policy and am aware any missed hours from labs will be required to be made up during clinical placement.______(initial)  The social media networking policy as stated in this PN manual. ______(initial)

I agree to ensure that I am aware of any updates to this manual. ______(initial)

Signature: ______Date: ______

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