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AAS NURSING STUDENT HANDBOOK Reynolds Community College Concept-Based VCCS Common Nursing Curriculum Disclaimer: The contents of the AAS Nursing Student Handbook are effective as of May 2023. Any information contained herein is subject to change. Policies in this handbook supersede the policies of Reynolds Community College to follow regulations and accreditation standards. Please contact the AAS Nursing Program if you have any questions or wish to confirm the information contained herein. Further, the AAS School of Nursing reserves the right to amend any provision or requirement within these sources and changes to any curriculum or program, whether during a student’s enrollment or otherwise. Updated 2023-2024
REYNOLDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE AAS NURSING PROGRAM Dear Nursing Student, Welcome to the Associate of Applied Science in Nursing (AAS) Program at Reynolds Community College. We are happy to have you with us and hope we can help you fulfill your desire of becoming a Registered Nurse. The Nursing and other college faculty and counselors are here to assist you in meeting this goal. You were selected for the Nursing Program because we felt that you possessed the necessary qualities to successfully complete the program. To be successful in Nursing, you must be willing to assume responsibility for your learning. In addition to preparing before attending class, and asking questions about content you do not understand, you should also take advantage of the multiple resources at the college such as the Learning Center, Student Success Office, visiting faculty during posted office hours, routinely visiting your academic advisor and scheduling appointments with a counselor for personal issues. To familiarize you with our policies and procedures, we have prepared the Nursing Student Handbook for you. The college Catalog and Nursing Student Handbook are available to you while you are enrolled in the Nursing Program. Please read and become familiar with these resources so that you may always remain in good standing with the program and college. It should be noted that this Nursing Program Handbook is a general guide. The Dean, Associate Dean, Nursing Program Coordinator, and Nursing faculty of the School of Health Professions reserve the right to exercise discretionary measures on an individual basis in cases where a situation arises which is not specifically addressed in this Handbook, or in cases where extenuating circumstances may have an influence on situations which are addressed in this guide. If at any time you need clarification concerning items discussed on the following pages, please feel free to seek assistance from us. Sincerely, Reynolds Community College Nursing Program Faculty 1
Table of Contents Reynolds Mission and Nursing Program Philosophy . 5 College Mission. 5 Vision. 5 Values . 5 Nursing Program Mission and Philosophy . 5 Approval . 6 Accreditation . 6 Non-Discrimination Policy . 6 Notice of Potential Program Change Information . 6 Curriculum Model Five Semesters . 7 Student Learning Outcomes with Competencies . 8 Leveled Program Outcomes across the Curriculum . 10 Nursing Program Essentials/Technical Standards . 11 Scope of Nursing Practice for the Associate of Applied Science in Nursing Graduate . 12 Qualifications and Requirements for Registered Nurse Examination and Licensure . 13 Student Expectations and Responsibilities . 14 Student Expectations . 14 Student Responsibilities. 14 Academic Honesty. 14 Course Assignments . 15 Nursing Course Exams Assessments Reviews . 15 Confidentiality . 15 Faculty/Student Communications [Updated May 2023] . 15 Chain of Command . 16 Social Media Policy . 16 Campus Resources . 17 Academic Advising. 17 Financial Assistance . 17 Library Resources . 17 Title IX . 18 Student Support Services . 18 Americans with Disabilities Act and Student Accommodations . 18 2
Matriculation, Progression, and Re-admission to Nursing Program. 19 Program Duration [Updated May 2023]. 19 Progression [Updated May 2023] . 19 Course Failures [Updated May 2023] . 20 Math Competency [Updated May 2023] . 21 Standards of Conduct [Updated May 2023] . 22 Disciplinary Process [Updated May 2023]. 22 Classroom Policies and Professional Behaviors . 23 Use of Cell Phones/Recording Systems . 24 Netiquette Statement . 24 Alerts & Inclement Weather Communication . 24 Nursing Student Assessment of Learning . 25 Tests/Exams [Updated May 2023] . 25 Reynolds Community College Nursing Exam and Testing Policy . 26 Weighted Exam Grade [Updated May 2023] . 26 Required Remediation . 26 Written Course Assignments [Updated May 2023] . 26 Standardize Assessment . 27 Course Grades . 27 Grading Scale . 27 Final Course Grades . 28 Clinical Policies . 28 Clinical Placements . 28 Contractual Agreements . 28 Student Privacy and Release of Information. 29 Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) . 29 Clinical Documentation Requirements . 29 Documentation Requirements during Program Continuation . 30 Documentation Requirements for Student Returning After Gaps in Enrollment . 30 Student Failure to Submit Timely and Acceptable Documentation . 30 Professional Behaviors to implement while in a Clinical Learning Environment . 31 Impaired Student . 31 Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) . 32 Administrative Simplification . 32 3
Privacy Standards . 32 Security Standards . 33 Clinical Setting, Simulation, and Nursing Skills Lab Attendance . 33 Client Safety . 34 Exposure/Development of Communicable Disease . 34 Incident/Infection Exposure Policy . 34 Significant Health Event. 35 Clinical Course Requirements . 35 Weekly Evaluation . 35 Mid-Term Evaluation . 35 Clinical Evaluation Tool . 35 Clinical Grades . 36 Clinical Evaluation. 36 Clinical Evaluation Policies . 36 Final Evaluation of Achievement of Clinical Outcomes . 36 Clinical Warning . 36 Nursing Skills Lab Policies . 37 Nursing Skills Lab Attendance . 37 Nurse Skills Lab Expectations . 37 Dress Code Policy . 38 Uniform . 38 Foot and Leg Wear . 38 Hair. 38 Jewelry/Body Modifications. 38 Nails . 39 Miscellaneous. 39 Recognition Ceremony and Graduation . 39 Appendix A: Definition of Terms . 40 Appendix B: Behaviors of Professionalism . 41 Appendix C: Medical Release Form . 43 Appendix D: Nursing Skills Lab Safety Rules . 44 Appendix E: Simulation Laboratory Usage and Safety Rules. 45 4
Reynolds Mission and Nursing Program Philosophy College Mission Reynolds Community College (Reynolds) provides an accessible, quality education that develops students for success in the workplace, prepares students for successful transfer to colleges and universities, builds a skilled workforce that contributes to regional economic development, and promotes personal enrichment and lifelong learning. The Nursing Program adopts the mission, vision, and values of Reynolds Community College. Vision Reynolds will be the preeminent pathway to the workforce and degree attainment for the greater Richmond region. Values Our Students We promote high academic standards and innovative programs that enable our students to go further and faster in pursuit of their goals. Our People We promote a culture of collaboration, hire talented individuals, and invest in their professional and personal growth. Our Community We enrich our community through education, leadership, partnerships, and volunteerism. Our Environment: We create and foster safe, healthy, and inclusive places for learning, teaching, and working. Nursing Program Mission and Philosophy Mission The mission of the VCCS Nursing Programs is to provide affordable, community access to quality nursing education. The VCCS Nursing Programs prepare qualified students to provide safe, competent, entry-level nursing care in 21stcentury healthcare environments. Students are prepared to meet the ever-increasing complexity of the healthcare needs of the citizens of Virginia. Philosophy VCCS nursing faculty ascribe to the core competencies for nursing and nursing education. While firmly based on science and the arts, the essence of nursing is caring and compassionate patient-centered care. Ethical standards, respect for individual dignity, and consideration of cultural context are implicit in the practice of patient-centered care. The nurse advocates for patients and families in ways that promote self-determination, integrity, and ongoing growth as human beings. Nursing care is provided in collaboration with the patient, the family, and the healthcare team members. The nurse displays a spirit of inquiry by examining evidence to improve the quality of care, promote safety, and improve patient outcomes. Nursing judgment is integral to making competent decisions related to the provision of safe and effective nursing care. Information management essential to nursing care is communicated via a variety of technological and human means. 5
Approval The Associate Degree Program in Nursing currently has conditional approval by the: Virginia Board of Nursing Perimeter Center 9960 Mayland Drive, Suite 300 Henrico, VA 23233-1463 Phone: 804-367-4400 Fax: 804-527-4475 Website: https://www.dhp.virginia.gov/Boards/Nursing/ (Next scheduled site visit: 2026) Accreditation The Associate Degree Nursing program is accredited by the: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850 Atlanta, GA 30326 P. 404.975.5000; Fax 404.975.5020 Website: www.acenursing.org (Next scheduled site visit: 2023) The AAS Nursing Student Handbook provides essential information that you will need throughout the Nursing Program. This handbook outlines policies, guidelines, and procedures of the nursing program, and will serve as an adjunct to the most current Reynolds College Catalog. Please read this handbook carefully and refer to it whenever necessary. You are responsible for the information contained in this document, as well nursing documents provided throughout the course and the College Catalog and Student Handbook. The Reynolds AAS Nursing Student Handbook is reviewed at least annually and is subject to change. Non-Discrimination Policy Reynolds Community College is an equal opportunity institution providing educational and employment opportunities, programs, services, and activities. Reynolds does not discriminate based on age, color, disability, family medical history or genetic information, military service, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, or any other non-merit-based factor. The College also prohibits sexual harassment including sexual violence or misconduct. Notice of Potential Program Change Information The college offers this program in affiliation with the healthcare agencies and practitioners in the communities the college serves. The college relies on its community affiliates to provide clinical education opportunities for its students, expert clinical preceptors, and course instructors for many courses. The often-rapid changes in healthcare law, standards of practice, technology, clinical agency policies, and content of credentialing examinations increasingly necessitate changes in the program’s policies, procedures, and course scheduling. As a result, the college cannot guarantee every student continuous and uninterrupted clinical and course instruction as outlined in the printed catalog curriculum for this program. Circumstances beyond the control of the college may necessitate the postponement of course offerings or changes in the sequencing and/or location of scheduled courses or clinical assignments. Additionally, the college may have to change the instructor for courses after instruction has started. 6
Course Prerequisites Didactic Credits Didactic Contact Hours Clinical Lab Credits Lab Contact Hours Clinical Contact Hours Simulation Contact Hours 4 3 45 1 45 0 0 3 3 45 0 0 0 0 3 3 45 0 0 0 0 3 3 45 0 0 0 0 1 14 1 13 15 195 0 1 0 45 0 0 0 0 4 3 45 1 45 0 0 4 3 45 1 0 45 0 2 1 15 1 45 0 0 1 1 15 0 0 0 0 3 2 30 1 35 6 (Health Fair) 4 14 10 150 4-5 125-170 51 4 4 3 45 1 45 0 0 3 2 30 1 0 45 0 6 4 60 2 10 70 10 13 9 135 4 55 115 10 3 5 3 2 45 45 0 2 0 0 0 80 0 10 5 3 45 2 0 80 10 13 9 135 4 0 160 20 2 2 30 0 0 0 0 4 4 60 0 0 0 0 4 0 0 4 0 150 30 3 13 3 9 45 135 0 4 0 0 0 150 0 30 BIO 141 Anatomy and Physiology I ENG 111 Composition I PSYCH 230 Developmental Psychology MTH 133 Mathematics for Health Professionals SDV 100 or 101 Semester Total Semester 1 [Level One] BIO 142 Anatomy and Physiology II NSG 100 Intro to Nursing Concepts NSG 106 Competencies for Nursing Practice NSG 130 Professional Nursing Concepts NSG 200 Health Promotion and Assessment Semester Total Semester 2 [Level Two] BIO 150 Microbiology NSG 152 - Health Care Participant NSG 170 Health / Illness Concepts Semester Total Semester 3 [Level Three] ENG 112 NSG 210 - Health Care Concepts 1 NSG 211 - Health Care Concepts II Semester Total Semester 4 [Level Four] NSG 230 - Advanced Professional Nursing Concepts NSG 252 – Complex Health Concepts NSG 270 Nursing Capstone PHI 220 or 227 Semester Total Curriculum Total 7 Curriculum Model Five Semesters Course Credit Hours 67 Total number of clinical hours including simulations 476 540 64
Student Learning Outcomes with Competencies 1. Provide client-centered care promoting therapeutic relationships, caring behaviors, and selfdetermination across the lifespan for diverse populations. a. b. c. d. e. 2. Practice safe nursing care that minimizes the risk of harm across systems and client populations. a. b. c. d. 3. Incorporate ethical behaviors and confidentiality in the practice of nursing. Assume responsibility and accountability for delivering safe client care. Deliver nursing care within the scope of nursing practice. Evaluate professional behaviors in interactions with clients, families, and healthcare providers. Engage in reflective thinking for the purpose of improving nursing practice. Develop a plan for lifelong learning in the nursing profession. Manage client care through quality improvement processes, information technology, and fiscal responsibility to meet client needs and support organizational outcomes. a. b. c. 8 Evaluate an individualized plan of care based on client values, clinical expertise, and reliable evidence. Independently prioritize changes in client status and intervene appropriately. Apply the Nursing Process to guide care. Prioritize client care using evidence-based practice independently. Evaluate existing practices and seek creative approaches to problem-solving. Practice professional behaviors that encompass the legal/ethical framework while incorporating selfreflection, leadership, and a commitment to recognize the value of life-long learning. a. b. c. d. e. f. 5. Evaluate human factors and safety principles. Participate in the analysis of errors and design system improvements. Incorporate client safety initiatives into the plan of care. Practice safe client care as a Level 4 student. Demonstrate nursing judgment using clinical reasoning, the Nursing Process, and evidence-based practice in the provision of safe and quality care. a. b. c. d. e. 4. Coordinate client-centered care delivery with sensitivity and respect. Evaluate the effectiveness of teaching plans and outcomes and revise for the achievement of desired outcomes. Promote client self-determination in making healthcare decisions as a Level 4 student (Fourth Semester). Integrate therapeutic communication skills when interacting with clients and the client’s support network. Advocate independently for diverse individuals, families, and communities across the lifespan. Evaluate the common quality measures encountered in clinical practice. Evaluate the use of technology and information management to promote quality. Evaluate fiscally responsible client care.
6. Demonstrate principles of collaborative practice within the nursing and healthcare teams fostering mutual respect and shared decision-making to achieve stated outcomes of care. a. b. c. d. e. 9 Compare and contrast the effectiveness of the members of the interdisciplinary team to promote optimal client outcomes. Participate in the interdisciplinary plan of care to promote optimal client outcomes. Evaluate communication strategies that are inclusive of various communication and cultural differences. Evaluate management skills and principles of delegation when collaborating with other members of the healthcare team. Reflects at a professional level on individual and team performance.
Leveled Program Outcomes across the Curriculum K Knowledge C Comprehension A Applic.ation Cl ient-Centered Care I K 20% C 30% A 50% Level 2 K IO% Demonstrate the use of therapeutic Assess diverse cl ient values, beliefs, and attitudes as well as community resources related to hea lth in the provision of clientcentered care. Use safety measures when caring for clients in the community and health care agencies. Demonstrate the use of the nursing process and evidence-based care in making cl in ical judgments. Recognize the impact of personal beliefs, values, and attitudes in developing professionalism and professional behaviors. Use technology and information management tools in providing qual ity cl ient care. communication, caring behaviors and client selfdetem1inntion in the provision of basic nursing care. Safety Report client safety issues and risks. Clinical Judgment Summarize the components of clinica l reasoning, evidence-based practice, and the nursing process. Demonstrate professionalism and pro fessional behaviors. Professional Behaviors 10 C 30% A 60% Quality Improvement Identify the role of quality improvement and informatics in client care. Collaboration Define the roles of Examine the roles the hea Ith ca re of the nurse and the hea lth care tea m in team. the community and acute care settings. Leve13 K 5% C l5% A 80% Level 4 A l00% Apply the principles of client-centered care to clients across the lifespan. Provide cl ient-centered care promoting therapeutic relationships, caring behaviors, and self-determination across the lifespan for diverse populations. Incorporate factors for improvement of client safety for clients across the lifespan. Practice safe nursing care that minimizes the risk of harm across systems and client populations. Apply the nursing process, evidencebased care and clinical reasoning in making cl inical judgments. Incorporate legal/ethical principles and professional nursing standards in the care of clients. Demonstrate nursingjudgment through the use of clinical reasoning, the nursing process, and evidence-based practice in the provision of safe, quality care. Examine the impact of quality improvement processes, information technology and fiscal resources in the provision of nursing care. Pan icipate as a member of the health care tea m in the delivery of nursing care to clients across the lifespan. Practice professional behaviors that encompass the legal/ethical fra mework while incorporating self-reflection, leadership and a commitment to recognize the value of life-long learning. Manage client care through quality improvement processes, infom1ation technology, and fiscal responsibility to meet cl ient needs and support organizational outcomes. Demonstrate principles of collaborative practice within the nursing and healthcare teams fostering mutual respect and shared decision-making to achieve stated outcomes of care.
Nursing Program Essentials/Technical Standards Nursing students must meet both the academic and technical standards of the Nursing Program, with or without reasonable accommodations, to successfully advance through and graduate from the Nursing Program. The following essential functions/technical standards describe the pre-requisite qualifications the College considers essential for entrance to, continuation in, and graduation from its Nursing Program. Requirements Standards Critical Thinking, Analytical Reasoning and Judgment Critical thinking ability for effective clinical reasoning and clinical judgment in order to identify cause-and-effect relationships in clinical situations. Make judgments based on scientific knowledge and thorough assessment of individual patient situations. Transfer knowledge from one situation to another. Clinical Examples 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Professional Relationships Interpersonal skills sufficient for professional interactions with a diverse population of individuals, families, and groups 1. 2. 3. Communication Communication adeptness is sufficient for verbal and written professional interactions in English. 1. 2. 3. 4. Mobility Ability to move from room to room and potentially in small spaces. 1. 2. 3. 11 Assimilate and apply the knowledge acquired from multiple learning experiences such as practicing skills and then applying them in the clinical setting Evaluation of the effectiveness of nursing interventions Handle multiple tasks and problem solve simultaneously such as taking vital signs and recording them accurately Practice safe care in high stress and/or ambiguous environments such as ICU, Emergency Department, mental health facilities and the commun
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