NURSING STUDENT HANDBOOK For The H.E. Stuckenhoff Department Of Nursing .
NURSING STUDENTHANDBOOKFor theH.E. StuckenhoffDepartment of NursingReNEW Curriculum50 yearsUpdated for 01-14-221
Accrediting agencies and national standards boards associatedwith the Nursing programWyoming State Board of Nursing (2011)130 Hobbs Avenue, Suite BCheyenne, WY 82002(307)777-7601Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400Atlanta, Georgia 30326USAP. 404-975-5000F. 202-975-5020ACEN website.NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENTCasper College adheres to federal nondiscrimination standards. For more information see thecatalog or web site, or contact the human resources office at 307-268-2634.2
ContentsWelcome!.5Casper College School of Health Science.6Admission, Progression, and Core Performance Standards .6Health Science Core Performance Standards – Table 1.7Casper College’s Emergency Response Guide .8Title IX.8Digital Learning Academic Integrity Statement .8Health Science General Policy Statements and Procedures.8School of Health Science Civility Statement .8Clinical Accessibility Policy Statement .9Student Driver’s License and Automobile Liability Policy Statement .9Health Insurance Policy Statement .9Social Media Policy Statement .9Background Check and Drug Testing Policy Statement .10Chemically Impaired Health Science Student Policy Statement.10Procedure for Alleged Chemically Impaired Health Science Student .11H.E. Stuckenhoff Department of Nursing.14Introduction.14Location and History.14ReNEW Mission Statement .15ReNEW Vision .15ReNEW Philosophy of the Department of Nursing .15ReNEW ADN End-of Program Student Learning Outcomes .15Assessment Results.16Glossary of Terms.18Casper College .22ReNEW Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) Benchmark curriculum .222021-2022 NURSING DEPARTMENT.24Committee Members.24Student Representation to Committees .25Guidelines for Student Cohort Representatives .25Nursing Organizational Chart for the 2021-2022 Academic Year.27Channels for Resolution.28H. E. Stuckenhoff Department of Nursing.29General Policies .29Code of Conduct .29Code of Conduct for Nursing Students .29Misconduct Policy .30Background Check.31Drug Screening Policy .32Confidentiality .32Attendance .32Clinical Clock Hours vs. Clinical Credit Hours .34Comprehensive Assessment and Review Program (CARP).34Final Exam Testing Policy for Semester 2 and Semester 4 Nursing Students .34Math Testing Policies.35General Testing Policies .36Study Guidelines & Test-Taking Strategies.38Accessing Grades – MyCCInfo .43Clinical Evaluation .43Classroom Evaluation .44Clinical Information.44Announcements .44Cell Phone Use.44Agency Requirements - Departmental and Community .44Proof of Requirements for Semester I, Advanced Placement & Readmission Students.453
Transferring and Lifting Patients/Residents.45Latex Allergy Policy - Student.45Injuries/Illness.46Clinical Setting Waiver.46Letters of Recommendation and Information .48Release for Student Letter of Recommendation and Information.48Simulation Activities .49Dress Code.49Classroom Dress Code.51Business Casual Dress Guidelines .51Medication Administration Recommendations for Students .52Estimated Expenses .53Math Competency Policy.54Student Presentation Policy .55Appeal Process.55Academic Progression Policy .56Withdrawal Policy .56Re-entry Policy .56Second Admission to the Program.57Request for Re-entry to the Casper College Nursing Program .58Graduation Guidelines .59BSN Completion.59Facilities for Instruction .60School of Health Science Simulation Center .60Clinical Laboratory Rules .61Multimedia Center .62Procedure .62MMC--The Rules.63Student Services/Activities .64Academic Advising.64Student Wellness Center .64Accommodative Services.64Other Student Services.64Student Organization .64CCSNA Guidelines for Attending Conferences.65CCSNA Application to Nursing Conference .66NSNA Conference Objectives .67Lockers for Rent .68CCSNA Student Locker Guidelines .68Nursing Scholarships .68CASPER COLLEGE .69H. E. STUCKENHOFF DEPARTMENT OF NURSING .69Policy for Dealing With Blood Borne Pathogens in Clinical Agencies .69Wyoming State Board of Nursing Application for Licensure.69Student Agreement & Consent .724
Welcome!The nursing faculty of Casper College extends a warm welcome to you. We hope that yourcoming years at Casper College will be meaningful. We want to assist you in every way inattaining your goal of becoming a professional registered nurse.The information contained in this handbook is meant to supplement the Casper CollegeCatalog and the student handbook published by the college. The current handbook will beavailable on-line. Please refer to as needed. Changes to the handbook will be updated atsemester unless immediate notification is indicated. Students will be notified regardingchanges to the Student Handbook via Moodle e-mail or announcements in the GeneralInformation for Nursing students (GINS) Moodle shell.The first portion of the handbook addresses the Casper College School of Health ScienceAdmission Performance Standards, and Policies, and Procedures,which applies to all nursing students.The second part is specific to the H.E.Stuckenhoff Department of Nursingfor the ReNEW Curriculum.The student is responsible for reading and understanding the material in this handbook.Each student will sign an acknowledgement stating you have read and understand the materialcontained in this handbookLegend: Revised/ReviewedS- Student HandbookG- GuidebookF- Faculty HandbookCAT – Catalog5Legend: Committees:EC – Evaluation CommitteeCC – Curriculum CommitteeRC – Resource CommitteeTNF – Total Nursing FacultyDON – Director of Nursing
Casper College School of Health ScienceAdmission, Progression, and Core Performance Standards1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.Students may take classes at Casper College as non-degree seeking students, but thefaculty recommend that those interested in Health Science programs apply as degreeseeking students. This allows the student to take full advantage of formal academicadvising.To apply as a degree-seeking student, the applicant must:a.Submit a completed Casper College application for admission to EnrollmentServices. Available online: www.caspercollege.edu A-Z indexb.Submit applicable transcripts, immunization records and test scores, see theonline catalog for specific eligibility requirements.When the above documents are received, and the applicant is admitted, EnrollmentServices Office will invite the applicant to advising and registration.For admission and progression in a Casper College Health Science Program, aqualified individual is one who, with or without reasonable accommodation ormodification, meets the essential eligibility requirements for participation in theprogram. All Health Science programs have a competitive selection process,application deadlines and materials, and pre-requisite course work. Please reviewthe department’s online information at www.caspercollege.edu.The Health Science fields are practice disciplines with cognitive, sensory, affective,and psychomotor performance requirement. Based on these requirements, a list of“Core Performance Standards” has been developed. These standards are part ofprogram courses, and some of the standards are more prevalent than others. Thesestandards will be used to assist faculty, the Program Director, and the School ofHealth Science Dean in determining whether a student meets the essential eligibilityrequirements for admission and progression in the program. These standards shouldalso be used to assist students in determining whether accommodations ormodifications are necessary for the student to meet program requirements. Studentswho identify potential difficulties with meeting the “Core Performance Standards”must communicate their concerns to the Accommodative Services Counselor as wellas the Program Director. Determination is made on an individual basis as to whethera student meets the essential eligibility requirements or whether or not the necessaryaccommodations or modifications can be made reasonably for participation in theHealth Science program.For your safety and for the safety of patients, if you have any medical condition thatmay require accommodations, work with your instructor, the program director, andthe office of Disabilities Services to discuss necessary accommodations. Examplesof medical conditions that may require accommodations include but are not limitedto autoimmune disorders, pregnancy, and acute or chronic health conditions.All admitted Health Sciences students are expected to participate in simulationactivities and consent to video recording to optimize instruction and learning. Alllearning activities associated with simulation are confidential.Readmission into a Casper College Health Science Program or transfer betweenCasper College Health Science programs is at the discretion of the faculty and dean.The faculty and dean will base readmission or transfer decisions on the adopted6
9.general Health Science “Core Performance Standards” and specific departmentcriteria.All Health Science students should familiarize themselves with Casper College’sStudent Handbook and Student Code of Conduct found online atwww.caspercollege.edu as they are responsible for the content and compliance withthe policies and procedures.Health Science Core Performance Standards – Table 1ISSUECritical thinkingInterpersonalCommunicationMobilityMotor ritical thinking ability to exercise non-clinical and clinicaljudgment in a timely mannerInterpersonal abilities sufficient to interact professionally andtherapeutically with peers, faculty, staff, administrators,patients/clients, families and groups from a variety of social,emotional, cultural, and intellectual backgroundsCommunication skills sufficient for interaction with peers,faculty, staff, administrators, patients/clients, families, andgroups in verbal, nonverbal, and written formPhysical abilities sufficient to move from room to room, safelyperform treatments/procedures and assist patients/clients; liftand transfer patients/clients; manipulate equipment; walk and/orstand for extended periods of timeGross and fine motor skills sufficient to provide safe andeffective patient/client careAuditory ability sufficient to monitor and safely assess healthneedsVisual ability with or without corrective lenses sufficient forobservation and assessment necessary in safe patient/client careTactile ability sufficient for physical assessment of patient/clientThe ability to understand and demonstrate sufficient respect forothers in non-verbal, verbal, and written communication in theclassroom, laboratory, clinical settings, in the Casper Collegecommunity, and in public settings. The ability to demonstratesufficient understanding of the cumulative effect that behavior,appearance, and communication has on the health scienceprofessional image.7
Casper College’s Emergency Response GuideThe Casper College community, including students, should familiarize themselves with CC’semergency response guide and sign up for text alerts. Students should follow instructionsfrom faculty and building marshals for drills and emergency oads/CC emergency response guide.pdfTitle IXCasper College is an equal opportunity institution and as such, does not discriminate on thebasis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation,disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected underapplicable federal, state, or local law in admission or access to or treatment or employment inits educational programs or activities. Direct inquiries or complaints to Linda Toohey,associate vice president for student services at 125 College Dr, Casper, WY 82601, 307-2682667, or linda.toohey@caspercollege.edu, or the U.S. Department of Education, Office forCivil Rights, 1244 Speer Blvd, Ste 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582; 303-844-5695 or TDD 303844-3417.Digital Learning Academic Integrity StatementCasper College demands intellectual honesty in all courses. Only admitted and registeredCasper College Students who have been assigned logins and passwords are allowed access toonline and hybrid courses. These secure logins verify the identity of the student. Provenplagiarism or any form of academic dishonesty associated with the academic process mayresult in course failure, dismissal from a program, or expulsion from Casper College, or otherconsequences. See the Casper College Student Code of Conduct for more information on thistopic.Health Science General Policy Statements and ProceduresSchool of Health Science Civility StatementSchool of Health Science Civility Statement*Civility comprises a conscious demonstration of mutual respect – for people, for their roles,for their knowledge and expertise. Civility requires cooperation, tolerance, acceptance,inclusiveness, kindness, courtesy, and patience. It is expressed not only in the verbal andwritten words we choose, but in our tone, demeanor, and actions. All School of HealthScience members are responsible for and expected to exemplify and promote civility. TheSchool of Health Science is committed to creating and maintaining a positive learning andprofessional, working environment. While it is understood that disagreement will, and should,occur in a collegiate setting, open communication, intellectual integrity, mutual respect fordiffering viewpoints, freedom from unnecessary disruption, and a climate of civility areimportant values that we embrace.*Adapted from University Libraries Penn State University8
Clinical Accessibility Policy StatementCasper College Health Science programs utilize a variety of health care agencies in thecommunity for clinical experience for the students. If you have been employed in one or moreof the agencies and are not eligible for rehire as an employee, the agency may not permit youto participate in the essential clinical component of the program.Please contact the Human Resources department of the affected agency and requestdocumentation from HR that states the agency’s position on your participation in the clinicalcomponent of the program. If you receive a negative response from the agency, you areautomatically ineligible to apply. A response indicating you will be permitted to attendclinical in the agency will be given to the program director prior to the selection process foradmission to the program. If you are unable to fulfill clinical requirements due to a previousemployment issue or another issue(s) and have not complied with the above, you could bedenied entry in a Health Science program or be dismissed from program. Some programs donot have clinical assignments until the second, third, or fourth semester; students who are deniedclinical accessibility at any time prior to or during a program will be dismissed.Student Driver’s License and Automobile Liability Policy StatementHealth Science students are responsible for transportation to activities associated with theirprogram of study. This typically involves the utilization of a reliable, personal vehicle. Alladmitted Health Science students must provide copies of a valid driver’s license and proof ofauto insurance card for their personal vehicles. The minimum auto insurance requirements forWyoming, or the state in which the vehicle is registered must be met. Students must maintainboth for the duration of their health science program, and may be asked to present proof atany time during their program of study. To remain in compliance with this policy, studentsmust also notify the program director or faculty should their driving or insurance statuschange at any time during their participation in a Health Science program. Health Sciencestudents, parents, guardians, heirs and estate release Casper College, and any agent thereof,of any and all legal liability which may accrue and understand that Casper College’sinsurance program will not cover any loss damage or claims incurred as a result of drivingtheir personal vehicles for requirements and activities associated with their program. HealthScience students understand and agree that they are wholly responsible for any other personthey invited or accepted as a passenger and release Casper College from any and allresponsibility and liability for passengers.Health Science students who are unable to present a valid driver’s license and proof of autoinsurance card must sign an additional waiver provided upon request.Health Insurance Policy StatementStudents enrolled in any of the health science programs are required to present proof of healthinsurance and to maintain personal health insurance for the duration of their program. Studentsmay be required to present proof of health insurance at any time during their program of study.Social Media Policy StatementProhibited Recording Device Use, Social Networking Participation, and Public Disclosures ofCare9
To ensure compliance with both Federal and State student and patient confidentiality laws,while also maintaining a professional working relationship with our clinical and/or field sites,students are not allowed to utilize photographic, video, audio, or other recording devices(including cell phones) during the course of their instruction or participation in the programunless specifically permitted by instructional staff and affected parties, or as allowed by law.The use of such recording devices is strictly prohibited during all classroom, laboratory,simulation, clinical and/or field experiences.Students are strictly prohibited from including or posting information pertaining to classroom,laboratory, simulation clinical and/or field experiences on social networking websites or anyother type of internet, computer, or technology-based social networking site, elect
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