1996-1997 Academic Catalog

Nursing Clinical Activity Information Facilities All clinical activity is conducted under the supervision of the Cedarville College Department ofNursing faculty. The program utilizes a number of community resources within 30 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 transp01iation to and from clinical settings. Car pools are encouraged to help defray transportation costs. Health Information Prior to clinical nursing courses, students must provide documentation of: 1. Complete physical examination 2. Rubella and Rubeola immunity 3. Negative Mantoux test. Clinical agencies may require a negative chest x-ray in the event of a positive TB skin test. 4. History of Chicken pox or results of a Varicella titer 5. Childhood immunizations 6. Tetanus booster (within past 5 years) 7. Hepatitis B vaccine series or signed declination 8. Hep Vax (Hepatitis 4) vaccine recommended jy Uniforms and Equipment Each student must secure uniforms and photo identifica– tion prior to the first clinical experience. Students must purchase books and equipment needed in clinical settings. Co-Curricular Opportunities Christian Nurses Association The Christian Nurses Association promotes spiritual growth and professional development for nurses and service for the community. Membership is open to all nursing students. Career Opportunities Graduate and professional schools welcome Cedarville graduates. Nursing graduates obtain positions in the following settings: medical centers, public health depart– ments, home health agencies, clinics, nursing homes, schools, work sites, mental health facilities, and the mission field. Roles assumed by the graduates include direct care provider, leader, manager, health teacher, researcher, and missionary. Nursing st11de11/s !l'ork closely with their professors to learn clinical skills. Professor Janet Conway has advanced training as a nursing clinical specialist.