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Clarion University of Pennsylvania’s It is the policy of Clarion University of Pennsylvania that there shall be equal opportunity in all of its educational programs, services, and benefits, and there shall be no discrimination with regard to a student’s or prospective student’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation/affection, veteran status, or other classifications that are protected under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other pertinent state and federal laws and regulations. Direct equal opportunity inquiries to Assistant to the President for Social Equity, 207 Carrier Administration Building, Clarion, PA 16214-1232, 814-393-2000. ******** The Associate of Science in Nursing Program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission. National League for Nursing
Accrediting Commission Additional and Specific Information regarding student services is available at www.clarion.edu—link to Student Services Purpose, Philosophy, and Program Outcomes Purpose Philosophy Nursing is a profession concerned with the delivery of care to individuals of all ages, cultures, races, and ethnic groups who desire assistance with health during their life processes. The nursing process is the basis for communication between the nurse, client, and family who collaborate to achieve maximum health potential. This process includes health teaching by the nurse for the purpose of establishing and maintaining a high level of well-being. Within the scope of all nursing practice, technical nursing is provided by the associate degree graduate who has been educated to function as a direct caregiver within structured settings. Technical nursing focuses on the client with common recurring health problems and incorporates those nursing interventions which are based on a previously established protocol. The technical nurse utilizes the nursing process to assist the client with activities of daily living. The technical nurse is directly responsible and accountable to the client and family for providing quality nursing care. The individual is a unified whole who continually interrelates with the environment. As a sensing, thinking being, the individual makes conscious choices and assumes responsibly for the consequences. Given freedom of choice, individuals will make decisions regarding their health care needs according to their priorities. They possess and manifest traits that are greater than and different from the sum of all their parts. The individual’s families are made up of significant others within their framework of life. Health, as defined by the client, is the primary focus of nursing care. It is a dynamic, ever-changing process that reflects an individuals’ ability to maintain their optimum level of wellness. The clients’ concepts of health-illness are derived from patterns they have formulated based on their attitudes and personal experiences. Individuals, as experts on themselves, assume responsibility for seeking assistance throughout the health-illness continuum. Therefore, they must be consulted concerning their own health goals and participate actively in their health care. Environment is the aggregate of influences that interrelate with individuals. Society, a component of the environment, is a dynamic, multi-cultural organization which is composed of individuals, families, and communities. Societal roles and trends interrelate with individuals’ experience to direct their behavioral patterns and life goals. This interaction is demonstrated by the individual’s practicing of health maintenance and striving for well-being. Education is a dynamic activity which involves the teaching-learning process. Teaching is an organized activity that facilitates learning and is accomplished by the active sharing of attitudes, skills, and knowledge. Learning requires mental activity and is enhanced by a climate which takes into consideration the learner’s previous educational and life experiences. Learning is a self-directed activity requiring motivation, desire, and effort by the learner. The learner’s response to the process is unique to that individual. Nursing education provides students with a theoretical and clinical foundation for the development of knowledge and skills necessary to assist individuals with their health. Technical nursing education prepares the graduate to function as a generalist who incorporates critical thinking and decision making skills in the solution of problems which reflect increasing complexity. It promotes the practice of technical skills based on principles from the natural, social, and behavioral sciences. The Associate of Science in Nursing program affords the nursing student the opportunity to develop knowledge on a technical level and provides the basis for professional nursing education. The Clarion University of Pennsylvania Associate of Science in Nursing Program prepares the graduate to:
^ Return to the Table of Contents All applicants to the Associate of Science in Nursing Program are required to meet the following requirements:
Students who have not met the high school requirements listed above must take college level courses to meet the requirement(s). The following Clarion University courses or acceptable transfer courses from other colleges/universities or College Level Examination Program (CLEP) provide acceptable substitutions for the high school requirements:
College credits for biology, chemistry, and math are acceptable only if earned within 10 years of admission. A grade of “C” or better must be earned. Application procedure for the ASN program includes:
Advanced Placement for Licensed Practical NursesAdvanced placement may be granted to Licensed Practical Nurses based on the Pennsylvania Articulation Model. The model provides education progression for Licensed Practical Nurses from state approved and NLNAC accredited schools to progress to the next educational program without repetition. Six life experience credits may be granted for NURS 101, 111, and 121. The following criteria apply to applicants seeking Advanced Placement:
Criminal ClearanceDue to mandated regulations, various health care agencies, organizations, and community agencies require verification of criminal clearance of individuals working in these settings. Since the Department of Nursing utilizes numerous agencies with this requirement, all Clarion University nursing students must file a "Request for Criminal Record Check" (Act 34) with the Pennsylvania State Police and a "Child Abuse History Clearance" (Act 33) with the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare. Students will not be permitted in a clinical course without a certified copy of the Criminal Record Form and Child Abuse Clearance on file in the School of Nursing office. All clearances must be dated within one year of entering the program. Application forms are included with the admission packet and are available from the ASN secretary in the School of Nursing and Allied Health, 814-676-6591, ext. 1250. Processing of the application can take several weeks, so it is advisable to mail them as soon as possible after receipt. Students who have lived outside the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania during the last two years, for any reason, must also submit an application for an FBI Background Check. It can be a lengthy process and requires fingerprinting. Please notify the Department of Nursing if you have lived outside Pennsylvania during the past two years. It is imperative you submit the application well in advance. Applications for clearances can also be found on the following Websites: www.fbi.gov and www.dpw.state.pa.us/General/Forms/Pub. These clearances will be valid for the time a student is in the ASN program. If a student takes a leave of absence or is otherwise separated from the ASN program, new clearances must be submitted. Under Pennsylvania law, the State Board of Nursing may not issue a license to an applicant who has been convicted of certain felonious acts. Students in the ASN program, who have been convicted of a felony, may not be eligible to take the State Board Licensing Examination (NCLEX). Prior to entrance into the ASN Program all students are required to sign a felony statement. This statement verifies that the student has read the State Board's Felony Policy and understands the ramifications of this policy to obtaining a license as a registered nurse in the state of Pennsylvania. Some felony and/or misdemeanor convictions are considered prohibitive offenses and prevent the student from participating in certain clinical experiences and/or agencies. Contact the nursing department, 814-676-6591, ext. 1250, or visit www.aging.state.pa.us/psonlinetraining/cwp/view for additional information. All nursing students are required to maintain certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) throughout their enrollment in the nursing program. Students must be certified in adult, infant, and child CPR and use of the AED. Students will not be permitted to engage in clinical practice without proof of current CPR certification. Students enrolled in the ASN Program are required to undergo a physical examination within six months prior to entering the program. The physical exam must be documented on the Clarion University Department of Nursing physical examination form and signed and dated by a medical doctor, doctor of osteopathy, certified registered nurse practitioner or a physician’s assistant. The physical examination includes a record of immunity to tetanus, rubeola (red measles), mumps, rubella (German or three day measles) and varicella (chicken pox). It also includes proof of freedom from active tuberculosis. Additionally, students must either show proof of immunity of Hepatitis B or sign a statement acknowledging the risks of contracting this disease. The Department of Nursing highly recommends that students receive the Hepatitis B vaccine. P.P.D. for tuberculosis must be repeated before beginning the second year of the ASN program. Students have an ethical duty to report any health condition that would pose a risk to their patients or interfere with the performance of their duties. Both the student and the examining health care provider must initial a set of core Program Performance Standards, indicating that there is no apparent reason why the student would be unable to perform the duties of a nursing student. Clinical assignments are made by the faculty and students are rotated between several agencies. Students must be available for variations in clinical hours (afternoons and evenings) which may be necessary for some clinical experiences. On occasion, a 12-hour or weekend clinical experience is offered. Students assume all responsiblities for transportation to and from the clinical agency where they are assigned. Most clinical agencies are within a 50-mile radius of Venango Campus. Reliable transportation is necessary as “car-pooling” is not always an option. ^ Return to the Table of Contents To receive an Associate of Science in Nursing Degree from Clarion University of Pennsylvania the student must meet the following requirements:
Academic/Clinical Grading and Satisfactory Progress Because of the uniqueness of nursing education, the nursing faculty have developed academic standards that are higher and more stringent than the university at large. The student must earn grades of "C" in each of the following nursing courses: NURS 101, 131, 102, 132, 201, 202, and 203. A passing grade is required in all clinical courses: NURS 111, 121, 112, 211, 212. Grading Scale
Clinical evaluation is a process for determining that nursing students are achieving the established goals identified in the clinical learning objectives. Because nursing is a practice profession, clinical experiences are essential and are regulated within an educational program by the state’s Nurse Practice Act. No individual can be certified as a graduate without successfully passing both the clinical and didactic portions of the educational program. In addition to the statutory regulations regarding the safe practice of nursing, there are a number of professional ethical regulations or codes which also establish guidelines for safe practice and are recognized internationally (Patient’s Bill of Rights, International Council of Nurses Code for Nurses, American Nurses Association). Society, too, demands that educators within nursing programs at institutions of higher learning be accountable for preparing competent, safe practitioners who, in turn, can be held accountable for their own practice. Thus, if a student cannot demonstrate an ability to deliver care at the expected level required in a course, the faculty member has a responsibility and the authority to remove the student so as not to compromise safety and welfare of the assigned client. As part of contractual agreements with clinical agencies, the institution may request a student not be assigned if their health, behavior, or performance is found unacceptable to the standard of the institution. Clinical agencies may, at any time, request additional requirements to be met prior to participation in a clinical experience at that agency. This may include, but is not limited to, substance abuse testing. Clinical evaluation within the ASN program at Clarion University of Pennsylvania measures the student’s ability in relation to established standards and objectives, not in comparison to the performance of other students. The Clinical Evaluation Tool is a means by which students will have ongoing evaluation of their clinical progress during clinical rotations. Anecdotal notes are written bi-weekly by nursing faculty and a graded (pass/fail) clinical evaluation is given at mid-term and end of the semester. The grade considers both the anecdotal record and evidence of progress over time. Students must receive a “pass” grade at the conclusion of each clinical rotation in order to progress/graduate. Students receiving a “needs improvement” or an “unsatisfactory” on anecdotal notes or at mid-term clinical evaluation must make an appointment to meet with the appropriate faculty member within one week to initiate a learning contract. See Retention Policy and Procedure for additional information. NOTE: During all clinical rotations, students are expected to evaluate themselves (mid-term and final). This self-perception of progress is reviewed with the faculty in light of the faculty’s evaluation and differences are discussed. Students are encouraged to comment in writing on their evaluations. At Clarion University of Pennsylvania, clinical performance is based on the following critical elements:
ANY disagreements between students and faculty on student rights and/or academic complaints against faculty members MUST be dealt with as described in the Clarion University Student Rights, Regulation, and Procedures Online Handbook.
Retention/Progression Policy The retention/progression policy for the Clarion University Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) Program is consistent with that of other two-year programs in the university. The ASN courses are sequential and must be taken in order. In order to progress or be retained in the Associate of Science in Nursing Program, the student must:
If a student receives an unsatisfactory grade in any nursing course and/or BIOL 258 and 259, and/or ENG 111, the course must be retaken and passed with a grade of “C” or above before a student can progress. A student who does not meet the above standards is dismissed from the ASN Program and should refer to the ASN Dismissal and Readmission Policies. Retention/Progression Procedure Purpose: To intervene with students having academical and/or clinical difficulty Goal: To increase student academic and clinical success Procedure:
(Approved by ASN faculty May 24, 2007) A student will be dismissed from the Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) Program for any of the following reasons:
A student dismissed from the university is also dismissed from the ASN program; however, a student dismissed from the ASN program is not necessarily dismissed from the university. A student who is dismissed from the ASN program will be informed by letter. The student may choose to:
Students who are dismissed from the ASN Program are strongly encouraged to utilize their academic advisor to assist in problem solving and planning to meet their goals. Students who have been dismissed or who have withdrawn from the ASN Program may apply for readmission to the program.
Any student requesting a leave of absence from the nursing program must submit a request in writing to the chair of the Department of Nursing. This letter must include a reason for requesting the leave and the student’s plans for return. A leave of absence is not granted for academic underachievement.
Clarion University of Pennsylvania regards student participation in class as essential to the learning process. Therefore, regular classroom attendance is required of all students. Faculty members determine the absence policies for their own classes, except that participation in university-sanctioned activities or active military service will be excused and the student will be given reasonable assistance when class work is missed. It is understood that absence does not excuse the student from course work and the responsibility to complete assignments on time. If a student knows a class must be missed, the instructor should be notified in advance and arrangements made to complete the work. The instructor is not required to give make-up examinations or accept class work missed as a result of an unexcused absence. In the event of an unexpected absence, such as a serious illness or military deployment, the Office of the Registrar and the Department of Nursing should be notified as soon as possible so instructors can be informed of the reason for a student’s absence. This information is provided to faculty as a courtesy and does not, in and of itself, constitute a valid excuse for the student’s absence from class. A valid excuse will be granted following receipt of a medical excuse from the student’s physician or a copy of the military orders from the student’s military command. The Department of Nursing will consider all other absences as unexcused. Within the Department of Nursing, punctual attendance at class, practice laboratory, and clinical is mandatory. If the student is unable to attend class, they must notify the Department of Nursing (814-676-6591, ext. 1252) prior to the beginning of the class. If a student is unable to attend the clinical experience, they are expected to notify the health care facility as directed by their instructor. Students showing patterns (more than three) of tardiness or early departure from class will be counseled by the faculty member. Any further infractions will result in a one percent reduction per occurrence in the final course grade. In the clinical setting, students will receive an unsatisfactory evaluation for accountability and responsibility and will be subject to dismissal from the program All unexcused absences will have the following penalties:
All missed clinical experiences must be made up. Assignments for missed clinical work will be determined by the instructor. Policy on use of Unauthorized Electronic Devices The Department of Nursing recognizes the extensive use and potential benefit of cellular phones and other communication devices, beepers, pagers, blackberries, etc. However, use of these devices creates disruption and distraction in both classroom and clinical settings. The use of these devices is strictly forbidden during class or clinical experiences. Approved PDAs may be used at the clinical facility. Please advise those who may need to contact you in an emergency to call either the Department of Nursing (814-676-6791, ext 1252) or the clinical agency and ask for your instructor. Any messages will be promptly delivered to you. Violation of this policy will result in disciplinary action and/or unsatisfactory clinical evaluation. It has been a long standing policy of Clarion University of Pennsylvania to publish a statement of Student Rights and Regulations. Included in this statement is a policy on student records. This policy is included in a Student Rights and Regulations Online Handbook which is available to all students. The handbook is accessible online at www.clarion.edu from the Student Affairs link. Copies are also available from the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs, 222 Egbert Hall and the Office of the Provost and Academic Vice President, 115 Carrier, Clarion University of PA, Clarion, PA 16214. Nursing student records are maintained in the CU Nursing Office and the Records Office at the Clarion Campus. Student education records, except that information which is otherwise public, are confidential in nature and shall be released only to appropriate faculty, administrative officers, and parents and guardians (if the student is a minor). Release of these records to other persons, institutions or governmental and legal agencies shall occur only upon written approval of the student or graduate or upon subpoena.
Students are assessed a one-time $15 transcript fee which is added to the statement of charges from the Accounts Receivable Office. No additional fee is needed to obtain a transcript at any time. An official transcript of academic coursework may be obtained by submitting a signed, written request to the Office of the Registrar. The request should include 1) name (include former name if appropriate), 2) social security number, 3) dates of attendance or graduation, 4) complete mailing address where transcript is to be mailed, 5) current mailing address (if different from above), and 6) signature. Note: There is a limit of three transcripts per request per day. Questions concerning processing should be directed to: Office of the Registrar, Clarion University, 122 Carrier Administration Building, Clarion, PA 16214. The Department of Nursing’s position on academic honesty is consistent with the Academic Honesty Policy (stated below), Student Handbook and Calendar, and Student Rights, Regulations, and Procedures Online Handbook of Clarion University. “Students at Clarion University shall maintain a high standard of honesty in scholastic work. As members of the university community, students have a responsibility to be familiar with conduct regulations found in the university catalogs, Student Handbook and Calendar; Residence Hall Handbook; Student Rights, Regulations, and Procedures Online Handbook, and other university documents. Among the conduct regulations addresses are acts of academic dishonesty, including plagiarism or cheating on assignments, examinations, or other academic work, or without prior approval of the instructor, submitting work already done for another course. Students shall avoid all forms of academic dishonesty, including but not limited to:
Complaints of academic dishonesty may be brought against a student by any member of the academic community. Consequences for academic dishonesty range from a failing grade on a particular assignment or examination to dismissal for the university based on the seriousness of the action and whether it is part of a pattern on academic dishonesty. Instructors imposing a lowered or failing grade on an assignment or course as a result of a charge of academic dishonesty must inform the student. Students have the right to appeal an instructors decisions (Student Rights, on Student Rights in the Classroom) either through the grade appeal process, or directly to the Conduct Board (see section on Adjudication Appeals) depending on the nature of the dispute. Sanctions extending beyond a particular course such as suspension or dismissal from an academic program or from the university can only be imposed as the result of complaints filed under the Disciplinary Procedures Code and after Formal Hearings under the Code.” Clarion 2005-2007 Undergraduate Catalog. p. 28, 29 Student Responsibility for Academic Requirements Provisions in the Clarion undergraduate catalog cannot be considered an irrevocable contract between the university and the student. The university makes every effort to keep information in the catalog current. It must reserve the right, however, to amend any academic, administrative, or disciplinary policies or regulations and to update fees or service charges described in the university catalog without prior notice to persons affected. Students are held responsible for reading and understanding the academic, administrative, and disciplinary policies or regulations and for understanding the general education requirements as published in the catalog when they matriculate. They are held responsible for the requirements of a major in effect at the time they officially declare a major. If students change majors, they are responsible for the requirements of the major in effect when they officially change majors. Requirements for graduation as well as those for various curricula and degree programs may change after students matriculate at Clarion. Such changes will not be retroactive, although students will have the option for electing to meet the new program requirements, if desired. Expectations may be necessary when changes in professional certification or licensure standards mandate such changes in requirements or programs. Complete information regarding tuition, fees, payments schedules, residency status and student accounts can be found in the “Financial Information” section of the Clarion University Catalog. Individual Course Withdrawal Policy: An undergraduate student is permitted five individual course withdrawals at Clarion University. Effective Fall 1999, each continuing student will have five additional course withdrawal options, without regard to the number of previous course withdrawals. Exceptions may be made for withdrawals due to documented extenuating circumstances with approval of the instructor, advisor, and college dean. All class withdrawals must be initiated by completing a class withdrawal form, which is signed by the student’s advisor. These forms are available through the Office of the Registrar. If a withdrawal is not made through the Office of the Registrar, a failing grade will be recorded for the affected course(s). Classes a student drops during the period of drop/add will not appear on the student’s record. Course withdrawals between the end of the second and ninth weeks may be made without penalty. After the beginning of the 10th week of a semester or the second half of a Summer Session, a course from which a student withdraws shall be finally reported with a grade of “E.” Exceptions may be made for withdrawals due to documented extenuating circumstances such as illness or some other unavoidable occurrence with approval of the instructor, advisor, and college dean. Withdrawal From the University: Students may withdraw from the university (all courses) through the last day of classes. If a withdrawal is not made through the Office of the Registrar, a failing grade will be recorded for the affected course(s). Any student who withdraws from the university either during or at the end of a semester must notify the Office of the Registrar in writing of his or her intention to withdraw and the reason for withdrawal. This is necessary for completion of the student’s permanent record. Failure to comply with this regulation will constitute an unofficial withdrawal and may affect the student’s chances of future readmission. University withdrawals, which are recorded with grades of “WX,” are not included in the limit of five individual course withdrawals. Please see section on refunds under financial information. (See page the Clarion University Catalog for financial implications of withdrawal.) RefundsRefunds are granted in accordance with the policy established by the State System of Higher Education Board of Governors and are subject to change at any time by the board. To receive a refund, students must officially withdraw through the Registrar’s Office. See the Clarion University catalog for additional information about refunds. Admission to the ASN program does not include financial support. Information about financial assistance available to undergraduate students may be obtained by contacting the Financial Aid Office at Clarion University at 814-393-2315 or at Venango Campus at 1-877-VENANGO. Contact the Nursing Office for scholarship information. ASN students may apply for federal financial aid such as Pell Grants and Stafford loans. Eligibility for federal aid is determined by the Free Application of Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). A number of scholarships are available to Clarion University students and prospective students attending classes on Venango Campus or taking Venango Campus Programs. Scholarships are made available by businesses, service organizations, the faculty of Venango Campus, and the Clarion University Foundation. Each of the sponsoring agencies set certain criteria for their scholarship(s). Students are requested to submit one application to the Venango Campus Scholarship Committee. The committee will make a determination of all the scholarships for which the applicant is eligible, and consider him/her for each one of them. A listing of all Venango Campus scholarships is available in the Administration Office at Venango Campus. Scholarships not administered by the Venango Campus Scholarship Committee may require a separate application sent to the sponsor. Scholarships administered through the School of Nursing and Allied Health will be posted on the ASN list-serv as the applications become available each year. Check the university catalog, the Venango Campus Administration Office or the Nursing and Allied Health Office at Venango Campus for more information. Clarion University student identification cards are used to access meal plans and library books and gain entrance to residence halls, campus activities, and the recreation center. Now, student IDs can also purchase goods and materials with Eagle Dollars. Call the Frame Administrative office for information about Eagle Dollars. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that the ID card remains in working condition. If the ID card is lost or damaged, it must be replaced by the student. Student ID cards are available through Student Services, Rhoades Hall, telephone: 814-676-6591, Ext. 1271. Apartment-style residence facilities for Clarion University–Venango Campus students are directly across the street from the campus. More information about the apartments is available by contacting the director of Students Affairs, 814-676-6591, Ext. 1270. A light-fare menu is available for purchase at the Rhoads Hall Snack Bar Monday to Friday. Eagle Dollars may be used to purchase meals and snacks. Students are encouraged to carry private health insurance. In an attempt to offer students an affordable health insurance option, Clarion University has collaborated with nine other universities in the State System of Higher Education to offer an economical and comprehensive insurance policy administered by Consolidated Health Plans to those students not otherwise covered. Consolidated Health Plans’ web-site is www.consolidatedhealthplan.com. Students are required to have medical insurance coverage to participate in university-sanctioned and/or approved activities, including intercollegiate sports. The terms accountability and liability reflect the expanded responsibilities of today's practicing nurse. Nurses are being required to assume complete responsibility for their own judgments, decisions, and actions. Nurse Practice Acts places the burden of liability upon the individual nurse. In addition to moral and ethical accountability nurses must assume full legal responsibility for their nursing practice. For this reason, the Department of Nursing of Clarion University requires that each Associate of Science in Nursing student have liability insurance during their nursing education. It is the responsibility of the nursing student to obtain appropriate insurance coverage prior to admission into the Associate of Science in Nursing Program. Information regarding liability insurance for nursing students is obtained through the Department of Nursing at Venango Campus. Library Catalog: Online Journals: Interlibrary Loan Request: Computer Access/E-mail: The Department of Nursing requires that each nursing student purchase at least two complete uniforms and one lab jacket to be worn during the two years in the Associate of Science in Nursing Program at Clarion University of Pennsylvania. When the student purchases the uniform, he/she must also purchase three Clarion University of Pennsylvania “patches” which will be sewn onto the uniform by the company. Other uniform requirements include: white shoes (no open toes or clogs) and white or navy socks to be worn with pants uniforms and flesh-colored hosiery with skirt uniforms. Students must also purchase a Student Nurse Photo Identification Badge (different from the Clarion University Student Identification). The badge replaces the name pin and must be worn at all clinical sites. The badge is non-transferable to any other student, will have validity markings added at the start of each semester and must be returned to the nursing department upon leaving the ASN program. Blood borne pathogen precautions: Admission/Progression– Education- Prevention of HIV Transmission- Patient Care (Compliance Required)- Confidentiality- Exposure- Revision- Standard Precautions:
To reduce the risk of disease transmission in the health care setting, the School of Nursing and Allied Health requires the use of the following Standard Precautions:
When a specific diagnosis is made, find out how the disease is transmitted. Use precautions according to the transmission risk. If airborne transmission:
If droplet transmission:
If contact transmission:
Source: www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dvrd/spb/mnpages/vhfmanual/annex1.pdf Bomb Threat All students will be dismissed immediately in the event of a bomb threat at a facility where students are involved in clinical practice. Health ServicesClarion University maintains a written contract with UPMC Northwest which enables the Venango Campus student with a valid ID to receive emergency care. The UPMC Northwest Emergency Room in Seneca is open 24-hours a day and may be visited by the student at any time. However, any treatment other than seeing the physician in the emergency room will be the financial responsibility of the student. Class Cancellation Notification Information concerning class cancellation at Venango Campus may be obtained by dialing 814-676-6591, Ext.1200. A recorded message will inform the caller of the status of class sessions. The message is updated as necessary according to conditions affecting class meetings. Announcements of closure of university classes will be broadcast over local television and radio stations. Students enrolled in the ASN Program are eligible for parking privileges at both Venango and Clarion campuses. At Clarion Campus, Venango Campus students are permitted to park in the commuter designated lots marked with a red dot. Students may secure a parking permit at the Administrative Office at Venango Campus. The cost of the permit will be added to the tuition bill from Clarion University. It is the purpose of the academic advisement program at Clarion University to:
In the advisor-advisee relationship, the student is primarily responsible for seeking academic advisement from the advisor. The central roles and responsibilities of the advisor are to:
In the advisor-advisee relationship, the student’s responsibilities are:
For more information on advising, contact the University Advising Center in 111 Becht Hall or the Center’s Website at www.clarion.edu/advising. The following is a brief synopsis of the steps involved in registering for classes at Clarion University. Please refer to the Schedule of Classes published in The Derrick and The News Herald, and on the Registrar's page of the Clarion home page at www.clarion.edu, before each term for complete instructions. It is the responsibility of the student to be aware of university regulations and requirements as published in the Clarion University Undergraduate Catalog and the Student Rights and Regulations Online Handbook. Look forward to and read your registration scheduling e-mail. This e-mail is sent to your Clarion e-mail account and contains your registration scheduling time, credit hours you have already earned, your advisor and any registration holds you may have:
Instructions for Registering for Classes: Go to www.clarion.edu
Instructions for Printing Your Class Schedule: Go to www.clarion.edu
In order to provide activities and services designed to promote students’ academic and personal development, the Student Affairs Division at Clarion University has professional staff assigned to a variety of areas. Students are referred to Clarion University’s Undergraduate Catalog for a brief description of the available services. For more detailed information, students should call the Student Services Office at Venango Campus at 814-676-6591, Ext. 1271. Available services include, but are not limited to: career, child care, personal counseling, health, learning support, and financial aid. Student Involvement in Governance There are many
opportunities for students to become actively involved in governance at
Venango Campus, including the Nursing Club, Student Senate and various
committees. Appropriate student representation at nursing faculty
meetings is welcomed. Interested students should contact nursing faculty
and/or the Venango Campus Student Affairs Office 814-677-2056. The Student and University Affairs office promotes responsible citizenship by protecting student rights, and maintaining the principles outlined in the Student Rights, Regulations, and Procedures Handbook. The office administers campus disciplinary procedures, seeks to maintain a positive living and learning environment, and encourages the building of a respectful and inclusive community. The office also serves as a resource to the university community regarding conflict management and resolution by providing services that promote the development of critical life skills. A mediation service was recently added to assist students in resolving interpersonal conflicts. Trained mediators guide the process, and the parties voluntarily participate in a structured setting to reach a workable solution. Disagreements between students and faculty members, including grade disputes, may be dealt with in the following manner. Initially, the student should qattempt to resolve the problem with the faculty member. The student may then first explain the problem either to the appropriate departmental chair or college dean. The student is entitled to a private conference with the administrator and to a conference involving both the administrator and faculty member. If the student is still in conflict with the decision of the departmental chair, the student may appeal the decision to the college dean. The decision of a college dean may be appealed to the provost and academic vice president. Student, faculty member, and department chair must be informed of the decision at each administrative level. Cases involving an alleged violation of students' academic rights may be heard by the university Conduct Board. A student who has a grievance involving academic rights must file a complaint with the vice president for student and university affairs to initiate the hearing. Contact the Student and University Affairs office in 212 Egbert Hall; Clarion, PA 16214-1232; 814-393-1918, office; 814-393-1860, Fax. ^ Return to the Table of Contents
Program of Learning
CLARION UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
DEPARTMENT OF NURSING
Curriculum
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| NURS 101 | Nursing Process I | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| NURS 111 | Nursing Process I: Clinical Practice |
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6 |
2 |
| NURS 121 | Nursing Process I: Practice Laboratory | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| NURS 131 | Nursing Health Assessment | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| BIOL 258 | Anatomy and Physiology I | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| PSY 211 | General Psychology | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| 10 | 12 | 14 | ||
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SECOND SEMESTER |
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| NURS 102 | Nursing Process II | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| NURS 112 | Nursing Process II: Clinical Practice | 0 | 12 | 4 |
| NURS 132 | Pharmacological Aspects of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| BIOL 259 | Anatomy and Physiology II | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| PSY 260 | Developmental Psychology | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| 11 | 15 | 16 | ||
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THIRD SEMESTER |
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| NURS 201 | Nursing Process III | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| NURS 211 | Nursing Process III: Clinical Practice | 0 | 12 | 4 |
| MATH | Any math course greater than MATH 110 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| SOC 211 | Principles of Sociology | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| ENG 111 | Writing II | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| 13 | 12 | 17 | ||
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| NURS 202 | Nursing Process IV | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| NURS 212 | Nursing Process IV: Clinical Practice | 0 | 12 | 4 |
| NURS 203 | Trends and Issues in Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| SC 113 | Fundamentals of Speech | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| 9 | 12 | 13 | ||
Total Credits=60
1 Hour Lecture=1 Credit
3 Hour Laboratory=1 Credit
I. Liberal Education Skills............................................................................. 6 credits
A. English Composition.................................................... 3 credits
B. Math course greater than MATH 110........................ 3 credits
II. Liberal Knowledge.................................................................................. 18 credits
A. Biological Sciences
1 Anatomy & Physiology I....................................... 3 credits
2 Anatomy & Physiology II...................................... 3 credits
B. Social and Behavioral Sciences
1 General Psychology............................................... 3 credits
2 Developmental Psychology.................................... 3 credits
3 Principles of Sociology.......................................... 3 credits
C. Arts and Humanities
1 Fundamentals of Speech ...................................... 3 credits
III. Nursing................................................................................................... 36 credits
A. Nursing Process I: Fund of Nursing Practice................ 3 credits
B. Nursing Process I: Fund of Nurs Clinical Practice........ 2 credits
C. Nursing Process I: Fund of Nurs Practice Lab............. 1 credits
D. Nursing Health Assessment......................................... 2 credits
E. Nursing Process II...................................................... 4 credits
F. Nursing Process II Clinical Practice............................. 4 credits
G. Pharmacological Aspects of Nursing............................ 2 credits
H. Nursing Process III..................................................... 4 credits
I. Nursing Process III Clinical Practice............................ 4 credits
J. Nursing Process IV..................................................... 4 credits
K. Nursing Process IV Clinical Practice............................ 4 credits
L. Trends and Issues in Nursing....................................... 2 credits
TOTAL................................................................................................... 60 Credits
NURS 101 Nursing Process I: Fundamentals of Nursing Practice........................ 3 crs
Introduces students to the concepts of individual, health, and environment. Emphasizes the nursing process as the basis for client-centered care. Provides the theoretical foundation for the development or cognitive, psychomotor, and communication skills necessary to care for clients and promote healthy responses. Examines the needs of culturally diverse individuals within the context of their functional health patterns. Prerequisites or co-requisites: BIOL 258 and PSY 211. Co-requisites: NURS 111,121, and 131. Fall, annually.
NURS 111 Nursing Process I: Fundamentals of Nursing Clinical Practice.......... 2 crs
Clinical practice experience provides opportunities for the student to implement the objectives identified in NURS 101 and 131. Students care for elderly and/or chronically ill clients who require basic nursing interventions in long-term care settings. Six clinical hours weekly. Co-requisites: NURS 101 and 121. Fall, annually.
NURS 121 Nursing Process I: Fundamentals of Nursing Practice Lab................ 1 cr
Provides students with the opportunity to learn basic nursing skills required to deliver nursing interventions to clients experiencing alterations in their health status. Enables nursing students to acquire beginning skills and confidence through practice in the college learning laboratory. Three laboratory hours weekly. Pass/Fail. Co-requisites: NURS 101 and 111. Prerequisite or co-requisite: NURS 131. Fall, annually.
NURS 131 Nursing Health Assessment.................................................................. 2 crs
Teaches students beginning skills in assessing the