Nursing Handbook 2020-2021
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Department of Nursing Student Handbook 2020-2021 PREFACE This Department of Nursing Student Handbook is designed to share information, procedures, and policies specific to students enrolled in the nursing programs at Shawnee State University. The information presented here will be helpful as you negotiate your way through the nursing programs. Our expectation is that you will use this handbook as your first point of reference when you have questions concerning your program of study or academic policies. Please retain this handbook throughout your enrollment with the Department of Nursing. It is important that you check the electronic version available through the Department of Nursing web portal at http://www.shawnee.edu/acad/hs/nursing/Handbook.pdf. You will receive emails when changes are made. The staff and faculty of the Department of Nursing are able to answer your questions, to assist you in planning your academic program, and to advise you as you make postgraduate plans. You can stop by the office of the Department of Nursing to schedule an individual appointment with your advisor or the Chairperson. You are engaged in an exciting, challenging, and rewarding journey. While the primary responsibility for your success lies with you, many individuals stand ready to assist you in your efforts. We wish you continued success with your academic studies. Department Chair, Faculty and Staff Department of Nursing Shawnee State University i TABLE OF CONTENTS PREFACE ................................................................................................................................................................ i TABLE OF CONTENTS ....................................................................................................................................... ii HISTORY OF NURSING AT SSU ...................................................................................................................... iv DEPARTMENT OF NURSING DIRECTORY ................................................................................................. 1 RESOURCES .......................................................................................................................................................... 2 SSU AND DEPARTMENT OF NURSING MISSION STATEMENTS ......................................................... 3 PHILOSOPHY ........................................................................................................................................................ 5 CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK ......................................................................................................................... 6 ORGANIZING MAP ...................................................................................................................................... 10 BILL OF RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES FOR STUDENTS OF NURSING..................................... 11 LAW REGULATING PRACTICE OF NURSING ........................................................................................... 13 STUDENT CONDUCT POLICY ......................................................................................................................... 15 CODE FOR NURSES ............................................................................................................................................ 18 STUDENT POLICIES ........................................................................................................................................... 20 Academic Advising ................................................................................................................................................... 20 Academic Advising Procedure ................................................................................................................................. 20 Advising/Conference Form ...................................................................................................................................... 22 Academic Misconduct ....................................................................................................................................... 23 Absence for Non-Academic Reasons ................................................................................................................ 24 Attendance Policy .............................................................................................................................................. 27 Accommodations – Students with Disabilities ......................................................................................................... 29 Audio Recordings .............................................................................................................................................. 31 Canceled Classes/Clinical......................................................................................................................................... 31 Clark Memorial Library ............................................................................................................................................ 31 Classification of Students ......................................................................................................................................... 33 Clinical Facilities ...................................................................................................................................................... 33 Clinical Rules and Responsibilities .......................................................................................................................... 33 Communication between Students and Faculty ....................................................................................................... 35 Computers ........................................................................................................................................................ 35 Counseling ................................................................................................................................................................ 35 Counseling/Psychological Services .......................................................................................................................... 35 Disability Services .................................................................................................................................................... 36 Dress Code ........................................................................................................................................................ 37 Educational Technology Support....................................................................................................................... 39 Evaluation of Students ....................................................................................................................................... 39 Fees and Expenses .................................................................................................................................................... 40 Fingerprinting............................................................................................................................................................ 42 Grading Scale/Policy ................................................................................................................................................ 42 Incomplete Grade .............................................................................................................................................. 42 Grievance Procedure ................................................................................................................................................. 43 Health Rules and Responsibilities Policy ........................................................................................................... 45 HIV/HBV Prevention/Protection .............................................................................................................................. 46 Illness in Classroom of Clinical Setting ............................................................................................................. 48 Learning Resource Center (Skills and Simulation Lab) .............................................................................................. 49 Math Policy ....................................................................................................................................................... 50 ii TABLE OF CONTENTS (continued) Name/Address/Telephone Changes ................................................................................................................... 51 Nursing Pins ...................................................................................................................................................... 51 Online Learning Resources ................................................................................................................................ 51 Picture Identification Card ................................................................................................................................. 51 Professional Licensure ..................................................................................................................................... 51 Progression and Completion .................................................................................................................................... 53 Progression Policy: Testing Across