1988-1989 Academic Catalog

134 Nursing Facilities for Clinical Activity All clinical activity is conducted under the direct supervision of Cedarville College Department of Nursing faculty. The program utilizes a number of community resources within thirty miles of the campus including public and private, large and small hospitals, health departments, mental health services, rehabilitation centers, clinics, homes for the aged, and physicians' offices. Students are responsible for transportation to and from clinical settings. Car pools are encouraged to help defray the cost. Insurance All students admitted into the Department of Nursing are required to carry their own liability insurance. Health Information A complete physical examination, positive Rubella titer, a negative tuberculin skin test, and a positive his– tory of chicken pox or results of a varicella titer are required prior to the first clinical placement. Evidence of usual childhood immu– nization protocols, a tetanus booster, and CBC are included in the complete physical examination. When students ascertain that they have an active infection, they are not permitted to report to the clinical area. They are to call their instructor and then go to the Patterson Clinic for assessment. Uniforms Each student must secure uniforms and name pins prior to the first clinical experience. Equipment Books and equipment needed in clinical settings will be purchased by the student. Admission to Nursing Clinical Courses Students apply to the Department of Nursing clinical courses during the winter quarter of the sophomore year of college. Stu– dents who meet the following criteria are admitted: 1. Cumulative grade point average (minimum GPA = 2.5). 2. Written statement of career goals. 3. Recommendation of academic advisor. 4. Report of physical examination including laboratory analysis. 5. Payment of an application fee ($25 nonrefundable). Requirements for Retention 1. Grade of C or above in all nursing courses. 2. Successful completion of all clinical assignments. 3. Recommendation of faculty. Requirements for Graduation 1. Grade C or above in all nursing courses. 2. Registration for admission to the examination for state licensure as a registered nurse. 3. Recommendation by the faculty of the Department of Nursing. Laboratory facilities on campus provide the selling for instruction in foundational nursing principles and techniques.