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Bachelor of Science NursingStudent Handbook210 Nursing Sciences BuildingUniversity Park, PA 16802(814) 863-2229(814) 863-2925 – FaxThe information in this version of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing Student Handbook is subject to changewithout notice. This handbook is not intended to nor does it contain all regulations that relate to students.Revised: 3/9/2017
TABLE OF CONTENTSPageWELCOME FROM THE DEANCollege of Nursing Contact InformationCOLLEGE OF NURSINGMissionVisionCore ValuesPhilosophyBeliefs about Learning/Nursing EducationACCREDITATIONCOLLEGE OF NURSING COMMITTEESEND OF PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMESUNDERGRADUATE NURSING PROGRAM ACADEMIC POLICIESStandards of ConductAcademic Integrity StatementClass and Clinical Attendance PolicyEssential Functional Standards Required for Clinical PracticeDisability StatementDiversity StatementPolicy for Requesting Student RecordsACADEMIC ADVISINGAcademic AdviserCounseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)Additional Student ResourcesUNDERGRADUATE NURSING PROGRAM CURRICULUMNursing Academic Requirements/Degree AuditGeneral Education RequirementsMath Policy for Pre-Licensure StudentsRecommended Academic PlanNursing Course Requirements and Course DescriptionsAcademic Plan of StudyAll StudentsFirst-Year StudentsSophomore YearJunior/Senior YearClinical CapstoneClinical Preceptor EvaluationIndependent Study in NursingNursing 495: Nursing Study in Specialized SettingNursing 496: Independent StudyAssessment Technologies Institute (ATI)ATI Placement in the B.S.N. CurriculumATI-Plan – Getting Started with ATICourse and Clinical SchedulingUndergraduate Program 5262930373737383839404141465053565858
TABLE OF CONTENTS (Continued)PageRe-Enrollment/Re-Entry PolicyPrior Learning and Transfer CreditTransfer of Credits EvaluationAdvanced Placement/International Baccalaureate/Dual Enrollment CreditsCredit by Portfolio For the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTERCampus Rotation Policy – Junior/Senior-Year Nursing StudentsUP/HMC Campus Rotation Preference FormProcess for Requesting UP/HMC Campus Rotation Site ChangeImportant Information for Students Attending Hershey CampusStudent Housing at Hershey CampusLionCash at Hershey CampusInstructions for Taking Courses At Penn State Harrisburg While At Hershey CampusCLINICAL COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTSTimelineProcess If Not CompliantCompliance Requirements (CR)CR #1: Student Notification of Program Requirements FormCR #2: Student Consent for Release of Information to Authorized Third PartiesCR #3: Confidentiality, Safe Environment and Fiction Contract for NursingSimulationsCR #4: Entrance Health Exam FormCR #5: Personal Health InsuranceCR #6: Liability/Malpractice InsuranceCR #7: Cardiopulmonary ResuscitationCR #8 - #10: Clearance ChecksGeneral InformationCR #8: PA Child Abuse History ClearanceCR #9: Criminal Background CheckCR #10: Federal Criminal History Clearance and FingerprintingGeneral InformationGeneral InstructionsOnline RegistrationUnsuccessful Clearance ProceduresCR #11: Student Data FormCR #12: Influenza (Flu) ImmunizationCR #13: Drug TestingCR Form ExamplesCLINICAL POLICIESPrecluded Students from Clinical InstitutionPatient CareClinical Safety PolicyImpaired Student Nurse PolicyInfectious Disease PolicyPost-Surgical Return to 7272727373737474747575757777777889898989909697
TABLE OF CONTENTS (Continued)PageStudent Pregnancy PolicyTransportation to and from Clinical Agencies PolicyStudent Dress Code PolicySocial Media PolicyUse of Electronic Devices in Clinical PolicyClinical Cancellation GuidelinesClinical Failure PolicyGuidelines for Using the Clinical Evaluation Tool and Remediation FormACADEMIC SUCCESSDefinition of GradesCollege of Nursing Grading ScaleCON Course Examination Rounding PolicyAcademic Success ProgramThe Success TeamAcademic Success PlanAcademic ProgressionAcademic Progression PolicyStudent Academic DifficultyPlan for Early Identification of Academic Difficulty and Follow UpAcademic Grievance ProceduresGrade Mediation and AdjudicationNURSING OPPORTUNITIESROTC Nursing Student Summer TrainingUndergraduates Enrolling in Graduate CoursesProtocol for Students Who Seek Outside EmploymentPenn State Alumni Association / College of Nursing Alumni SocietyNURSING HONORS PROGRAMSchreyer Honors CollegePROFESSIONAL CAREER DEVELOPMENTNational Student Nurses’ AssociationStudent Nurses’ Association of Pennsylvania (SNAP at Penn State)Health WorksINTERNATIONAL TRAVELEducation Abroad Through the College of NursingStudent Nurse Policy for International StudyRequest for Assignment for International Study FormSIGMA THETA TAU INTERNATIONALBeta Sigma Chapter MembershipSigma Theta Tau Achievement AwardSCHOLARSHIPS & 5115116118119119119120
TABLE OF CONTENTS (Continued)PageGRADUATING SENIORS: NCLEX EXAMINATION AND RN LICENSUREInformation for Graduating SeniorsComplete the Post-Graduation Contact SurveyRegister for NCLEX ExaminationSubmit Application for LicensureSubmit Application for Temporary Practice PermitLicensure ProcessLicensure - PennsylvaniaLicensure – States Other Than PennsylvaniaConfirmationHelpful Tips and NotesRESOURCESLinks to Other Important InformationINDEXLPN Credit by Portfolio Forms IndexCredit by Portfolio LPN Education/Experience Verification FormEmployer Form LetterEmployer Documentation of Hours of Practice as a Licensed Practical NurseClinical Performance Evaluation Remediation Forms IndexNURS 230 Student Clinical Performance EvaluationNURS 251 Student Clinical Performance Evaluation300 Level Student Clinical Performance Evaluation400 Level Student Clinical Performance EvaluationAcademic Success Plan IndexAcademic Success Plan Process – TEAS and Critical Thinking ExamsSample Template – TEAS LetterTEAS Academic Preparedness Categories: DEVELOPMENTAL and BASICAcademic Success Plan Process – Course Exam Grade 77%Student Notification Email TemplateClinical Success Plan Process – Clinical SkillsAcademic Success Plan – GeneralAcademic Difficulty Notification Letter 9
WELCOME FROM THE DEANOn behalf of the faculty and staff, I welcome you as you begin your studies at Penn State’s Collegeof Nursing. We are pleased that you have chosen to major in nursing and believe it is an excitingtime to enter the nursing profession. The nursing faculty and I are committed to preparing you inthe best way possible for leadership roles alongside health care workers from other disciplines toimprove both local and global health.As a member of the nursing profession, you will have countless opportunities to affect the lives ofthe patients with whom you come in contact. Nurses, as the most trusted professional, have aresponsibility to be knowledgeable and highly competent in the delivery of care. You also will beexpected to provide leadership in the transformation of health care. You will develop clinicalcompetence and leadership skills if you commit to investing time and effort in the academicallyrigorous curriculum we have prepared for you. You will also be expected to be caring,compassionate, and empathetic. Your investment in learning now will yield a lifetime of rewardsas you grow as a professional nurse.In addition to your classroom learning, you will have the opportunity to gain clinical experiencesat multiple hospitals and community facilities that offer rich clinical opportunities. We hope thatyou choose to become involved in the faculty’s research related to critical health issues such ascare of childbearing women with diabetes; end of life care; health care in prisons; care of elders;and care of cardiovascular patients in the context of their families. More than 80 highly qualifiedmasters and doctorally prepared nursing faculty members stand ready to guide your learningexperiences. I would encourage you to think of your classmates and the people you care for as richresources, from whom you will gain invaluable knowledge and personal insights. Remember,there is much to learn outside the classroom.The College of Nursing and the University have assembled numerous resources to help you gainthe most from your time here. We encourage you to use these resources to make this programwork for you. Based on the experience of prior students, we have put together this handbook tohelp you access and use resources; however, please know that the faculty and staff of the Collegeof Nursing are always available to provide additional assistance.Wishing you a wonderful Penn State experience,Paula Milone-Nuzzo, RN, PhD, FHHC, FAANDean and ProfessorCollege of Nursing1http://www.nursing.psu.edu
COLLEGE OF NURSING CONTACT INFORMATIONDeanDr. Paula Milone-Nuzzo201 Nursing Sciences BuildingUniversity Park, PA 16802814-863-0245 (Phone)814-865-3779 (Fax)pxm36@psu.eduAssociate Dean, Undergraduate ProgramsDr. Raymonde Brown106 Nursing Sciences BuildingUniversity Park, PA 16802814-863-2235 (Phone)814-863-2295 (Fax)rab16@psu.eduAssistant Dean, Commonwealth CampusesDr. Melissa Snyder1300 Academic Support Building/A11090 Hope DrivePenn State Milton S. Hershey Medical CenterHershey, PA 17033717-531-4165 (Phone)717-531-5339 (Fax)mjs314@psu.eduCommonwealth Campuses include: Altoona, Erie, Fayette, Mont Alto and WorthingtonScrantonCampus Coordinators:Altoona:Dr. Suzanne Kuhn300 Ivyside Drive107 Sheetz Health CenterAltoona, PA 16601814-949-5114/814-949-5423 (Phone)814-949-5425 (Fax)skk6@psu.eduErie:Kimberly Streiff140 OBS4701 College DriveErie, PA 16563-1000814-898-6493/814-898-7583 (Phone)814-898-6489 (Fax)kws5659@psu.eduFayette:Melissa Miner2201 University DriveLemont Furnace, PA 15456724-430-4221/724-430-4220 (Phone)724-430-4229 (Fax)mbm12@psu.eduHershey:Dr. Melissa Snyder1300 ASB/A110, 90 Hope DriveHershey, PA 17033717-531-4165/717-531-8767 (Phone)717-531-5339 (Fax)mjs314@psu.edu2http://www.nursing.psu.edu
Campus Coordinators (Continued) Mont Alto:Carranda Barkdoll104 Science Tech Building, 1 Campus DriveMont Alto, PA 17237717-749-6205 (Phone)717-749-6039 (Fax)cmb207@psu.eduUniversity Park:Sarah McVeigh205D Nursing Sciences BuildingUniversity Park, PA 16802814-863-3821/814-863-0245 (Phone)814-865-3379 (Fax)seb266@psu.eduWorthington-Scranton:Dr. Milton Evans120 Ridge View DriveDunmore, PA 18512570-963-2649/570-963-2645 (Phone)570-963-2651 (Fax)mme131@psu.eduCampus Staff:Altoona:Penny Hoover814-949-5423pmh20@psu.eduErie:Joyce Bevan814-898-7583jmb51@psu.eduFayette:Michelle Henrish724-430-4220mxh60@psu.eduHershey:Janet Taggart717-531-8767jtaggart@hmc.psu.eduMont Alto:Eileen Strausner717-749-6137ems37@psu.eduUniversity Park:Cody on:Mary su.edu
COLLEGE OF NURSINGMISSIONThe mission of the College of Nursing is to improve the health care of all people in theCommonwealth of Pennsylvania, the nation and the world through the development of qualifiednurse leaders at all levels of practice, the development of nursing science, and the provision ofnursing care to individuals, families and communities. This is accomplished through theintegrated programs of nursing, education, research, scholarship and outreach.Revised: June 2014VISIONCreate a dynamic and engaged community of scholars who integrate excellence in academics,nursing research and clinical scholarship, and outreach to the community with a commitment toimproving the quality of life for all people.Revised: June 2014CORE VALUESETHICS (Equity and Fairness)Sustainability of Human/Natural ResourcesAdvocacyGoal Directed Change AgencyCivility/Conflict ResolutionTransparency/Open CommunicationONE College of Nursing, Geographically DispersedIntegrityCitizenship-Health l SensitivityScholarshipPHILOSOPHYThe College of Nursing is an integral part of The Pennsylvania State University (Penn State).The faculty at the College of Nursing believe that education for nursing is best achieved underthe auspices of institutions of higher education and accept accountability for the academicfunctions of teaching, research, and service. Beliefs shared by the faculty emphasize and supportthe importance of diversity and human development throughout the life span. These beliefs serveas a basis to assist individuals, families, and communities to develop desirable health patterns.Human BeingsHuman beings are unique and unitary. They are constantly evolving in the direction of increasingcomplexity as the individual accumulates experiences. Important dimensions of human beings4http://www.nursing.psu.edu
include: growth and development across the life span; communications and relationships thatdevelop between individuals and within families, groups, and communities; and thosecharacteristics identified with human consciousness such as values, creativity, feelings, choices,and will. The capacity for thought and emotion enables individuals to be introspective,purposeful, and self-directed. His/her learning behaviors are motivated in response to perceivedneeds.EnvironmentEnvironment is viewed as the contextual systems in which the individual, the family, the group,and the community exist and interact. The environmental contexts include: the personalenvironment consisting of significant others and social support systems in the life of theindividual; the group environment, consisting of characteristics which emerge and develop ashe/she relates in a group situation; the supra-personal environment that represents the norm ofthe person’s proximal environment; the social environment consisting of those societal forcesimpacting on the individual; and the physical environment, that portion of the person’senvironment that is reducible to matter. Human beings, as open systems, are in mutual,simultaneous pr
09.03.2017 · Definition of Grades 103 College of Nursing Grading Scale 103 CON Course Examination Rounding Policy 103 Academic Success Program 104 The Success Team 104 Academic Success Plan 105 Academic Progression 106 Academic Progression Policy 106 Student Academic Difficulty 107 Plan for Early Identification of Academic Difficulty and Follow Up 107 Academic Grievance Procedures 108
