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As a student you may experience a range of issues that can cause barriers to learning, such as strained relationships, increased anxiety, alcohol/drug problems, feeling down, difficulty concentrating and/or lack of motivation. These mental health concerns or stressful events may lead to diminished academic performance or reduce a student's ability to participate in daily activities. Amarillo College offers services to assist you with addressing these and other concerns you may be experiencing. If you or someone you know are suffering from any of the aforementioned conditions, you can learn more about the broad range of confidential mental health services available on campus by calling the AC Counseling Center at 806-371-5900. The AC Counseling Center website is https://www.actx.edu/counseling/ . Also, if you are in need of social services (affordable housing, utilities, transportation, food, clothing, childcare, medical/dental/vision, legal), please call the AC Advocacy & Resource Center at 806-371-5439. The AC Advocacy & Resource Center website is https://www.actx.edu/arc
Tutoring for Success applies to any student whose overall performance in the course falls below 75%. The instructor will create the task in the Student Engagement Portal (Watermark) to direct the student to the appropriate tutoring service, which may be faculty- or SI-led, discipline-specific, and/or general. The tutoring service assigned, the due date for when the tutoring must be completed, and the amount of tutoring required are at the discretion of the instructor. Additionally, the task will alert the student’s success team. Students who do not fulfill the assigned tutoring task may be subject to program- and course-specific penalties that could result in a grade reduction and/or in not being allowed to progress in the course until the tutoring requirement has been satisfied.
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VNSG-1261-001 Clinical-Nursing in Health & Illness II
Prerequisites: BIOL 2401 and HITT 1205 OR BIOL 2402; VNSG 1201, VNSG 1204, VNSG 1227, VNSG 1423, VNSG 1260, VNSG 1400, VNSG 1331 Corequisites: VNSG 1230, VNSG 1234, VNSG, 1409, VNSG 2410, VNSG 2163
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.
Student ResourcesStudent Resources Website
Notice to Students enrolled in an educational program for preparation of issuance of certain occupational licenses:
Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact:
Melodie Graves
Justice Involved Advocate
Student Service Center 117
mgraves24@actx.edu
806-371-5995
Make appointment at https://melodiegraves.youcanbook.me
You can also contact the Legal Clinic, or the faculty member in charge of the educational program that you seek to enroll in. The further information you will receive will include notification to you of your right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing authority in order to clarify your particular situation.
(2 sem hrs; 12 clinical hrs)
Clinical
REQUIRED TEXTBOOK:
Timby, B. K., & Smith, N. E. (2018). Introductory medical-surgical nursing (13th ed.). Philadelphia: Wolters Kluwer.
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT:
Failure to prepare for clinical (not having all supplies) will result in a clinical warning
Clinical binder
Clinical instructors may ask for your paperwork to be handed in a folder
All required clinical paperwork
Clipboard
Pen light
Stethoscope
AC name tag
Analog watch with a second hand
Smart watches (Apple, Fitbit, etc.) are NOT allowed in clinical
Upon completion of the clinical experience the Student Vocational Nurse will be able to:
In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .
If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".
Students are to be prepared for the clinical setting with the appropriate supplies and materials. Supplies include, but are not limited to, a textbook, a care map packet for the specific clinical area, clinical portfolio, a black ink pen, a stethoscope, a pen light, and a watch with a second hand and clipboard.
Each student will adhere to the student handbook policies and procedures, the Amarillo College VN Honor Code Policy, Social Networking Policy, and all agency policies, including HIPAA. Any violation of these policies and procedures may result in failure of the course and possible dismissal from the program. Cell phones and smart watches are not permitted in the clinical areas. Telephones on the clinical unit are not to be used by students for personal calls.
Students are not permitted to use the telephone in the clinical area while on duty for personal calls (incoming or outgoing.) It is suggested that you leave your cell phones at home AC or the facility are not responsible for lost or stolen items. In addition, you cannot have your phone turned on and left to ring in your bag since this can disturb patients and staff. Texting or talking on cell phones is not permitted during the clinical day except during lunch/breaks. DO NOT use your cell phone while walking the halls to or from break. Walking around the facility, texting is not allowed and looks bad. Please refrain from using your phone until you have sat down for your break. Failure to comply with cell phone policy may result in a clinical warning and failure of the course. Students are required to have a watch with a second hand. NO “Smartwatches” are allowed.
An Amarillo College picture I.D. name tag must be worn and visible at all times.
GRADE SCALE:
A=89.5-100
B=79.5-89
C=74.5-79
D=60-74
F=Below 60
GRADING CRITERIA:
CPEC (2) - 60%
Journals/Assignments/Swift River/ATI: 40%
Within the course, located in the Student Clinical Performance Evaluation Tool, specific details are given for clinical evaluations.
A final grade of 75 is required to pass the course.
REQUIRED CLINICAL HOURS:
192 hours of lab and clinical are required in this course. 100% clinical attendance is required, therefore, it is the responsibility of the student to attend all clinical. There are two days to make up clinical absences in Level Two. Absences are cumulative for the semester for all clinical courses with the maximum number of days you can miss being two days. If you leave during your clinical shift, this will count as a clinical absence for the day. The student is required to produce appropriate documentation of illness, injury, accident etc. that caused the absence. Any student that leaves the clinical site without permission will fail the course. This is considered abandonment of patients and falls under the TXBON rule 15.6 A nurse's duty to patient
If you need to call in sick, you must do so prior to your scheduled arrival time. Contact your clinical instructor using the method of communication they have instructed you to use. If you are late and the clinical group has already left the meeting point you will be counted absent for the day.
Any absence without notification BEFORE the scheduled clinical begins will result in corrective action for rule violation resulting in a point deduction from the overall grade. Please note: corrective action write-ups for rule violations and poor performance are placed in the students' file and follow them throughout the semester.
Students that are not in compliance with the dress code, do not have their badge, and/or on time are sent home for the day. Students must make up the absent day, and will also receive a corrective action write-up with point deductions.
Students who require clinical makeup will complete a care plan packet on any and all clinical makeup days. The care plan packet must be complete and accurate. If the care map is inadequate or incomplete then the student will receive a Clinical Warning and 5 points will be deducted from the course grade.
All clinical must be made up in the semester it occurred. Students may only miss and make up two clinical days. ATI tests are considered clinical experiences and if a student misses an ATI exam, they will be counted absent in clinical. A missed ATI exam must be made up within a week of the scheduled exam.
ATTENDANCE POLICY:
Regular attendance is necessary for satisfactory achievement. Therefore, it is the responsibility of the student to have 100% clinical attendance. Clinical absences are cumulative.
The clinical schedule will be handed out during clinical orientation. Clinical for this course is on Thursday and Fridays. You will be at clinicals for a full 8 hours. Please do not schedule any events during this time frame. Absence of any part of the clinical day will result in a clinical make-up.
Regular and ON TIME attendance is necessary for satisfactory achievement. 100% clinical attendance is required, therefore, it is the responsibility of the student to attend all clinical. You will have three days to make up clinical absences for all courses in Level Two. Absences are cumulative for the semester for all clinical courses with the maximum days you can miss being three days. If you leave during your clinical shift, this will count as a clinical absence. Any student that leaves the clinical site without permission will fail the course.
If you need to call in sick, please do prior to the assigned meeting time of your clinical group. Follow the protocols listed in your course. Send an email to your faculty member who will then notify your clinical educator that you will not be there. If you are late and the clinical group has already left the meeting point you will be counted absent for the day.
CLINICAL SCHEDULE:
Students will receive clinical schedules after the course is in progress
All Clinical Paperwork is located on Black Board under clinical paperwork. This is to be printed off prior to clinical. **Your worksheets will be submitted to assigned dropboxes.
STUDENT DRESS CODE POLICY FOR CLINICAL
When in the role of a student in any clinical setting, the student is to be professional in appearance. Students are discouraged from wearing the clinical uniform out in public when consuming alcoholic beverages. When you wear the uniform, you are representing Amarillo College. In addition, students must leave the clinical area/facilities after clinical and may not wear the uniform if visiting friends or family after the rotation has ended. Please change clothing before visiting.
If a student is asked to leave the clinical unit due to failure to follow the dress code, he/she will be counted absent and required to make up the missed time.
The Student Uniform is to include:
Cherokee Infinity Navy Scrubs: one top and one pair of pants minimum. Navy Cherokee Jackets are suggested but optional. (Please note: no personal jackets, sweaters, or sweatshirts are allowed in clinical; if you are a cold-natured person, you might consider the jacket). Students may not wear a jacket without a scrub top under it. You may purchase your uniform from Stacy’s Uniforms.
When wearing the uniform, it should fit properly, be clean, and neatly pressed with AC LVN patches sewn onto the garment.
Amarillo College School of Nursing patches can be purchased from the AC Bookstore and should always be visible on the uniform.
Scrub Top Patches: firmly attach 3 inches from the shoulder seam to the left upper shoulder.
Scrub Jacket: firmly attach 4 inches from the shoulder seam to the upper left chest.
For comfort, students may choose to wear a white, black, or gray long-sleeve collarless t-shirt under the navy uniform top.
Appropriate footwear should be worn at all times. Athletic shoes or Clogs ARE allowed in solid colors, mostly white, black, gray, or navy blue. No rainbow, bright colors, or prints are allowed. Socks must be white, black, navy, or gray. (Please note: NO shoes of any type with holes or open backs are permitted. Croc shoes are not permitted due to the slick surface and openings).
*An Amarillo College picture ID name tag must be worn and visible at all times, or you will be unable to participate in clinical due to facility requirements. (Please note: Any badge other than Amarillo College picture ID cannot be worn. Students may not wear a badge from their place of employment to clinical with the AC badge).
The Student Uniform should not include:
Visible undergarments, G-String or Thong underwear
A uniform that is too baggy or too tight.
High-top tennis shoes, Crocs (with holes), sandals, open-toed shoes, or backless shoes. The feet must be fully enclosed.
Hair
Conservative hair color (Please note: blue, purple, green, pink, bright red, or any other bright, non-natural color may NOT be added to hair during clinical rotations).
Hair longer than collar length must be secured in a ponytail, bun, or braid. Hair must be secured away from the face so that vision is not obstructed. Students must also ensure that it does not fall forward in front of their body, thus falling into patient areas and food. (Please note: NO messy buns)
ONLY Barrettes, bobby pins, and headbands may be worn to secure hair. Approved colors: white, black, gray, and navy blue (Please note: NO claw clips, clasp clips, banana clips, crocodile clips, comb clips, of any type or bows may be worn). If you are unsure if your clip is allowed, you may ask your faculty member BEFORE attending clinical or simulation.
Jewelry
A student may wear one wedding band, one analog watch, and one small pair of stud earrings (limited to one per earlobe). (Please note: No raised stones on rings or necklaces/chains are allowed due to safety concerns during patient care). If you have a religious reason to wear a pendant on a chain, consider choosing a safety pin to secure it inside of your uniform or pocket. If you still need to, you must get approval from the Director.
Tongue, eyebrow, nose rings or studs, or multiple ear earrings are not allowed and must be removed or replaced with a clear spacer. You are only allowed one stud per ear. Band-Aids cannot be used to cover facial piercings.
Make-up
Make-up is to be used conservatively; please, consider not using false eyelashes due to the risk of falling in patient areas.
Tattoos
Tattoos that are considered vulgar, crude, or offensive to patients, visitors, or colleagues must be covered (The Program Director has sole discretion over which tattoos fall into the above categories). In addition, no gang-related symbols are permitted. Students with non-approved tattoos may not wear “sleeves” to cover arm tattoos. A long-sleeve white, black, or gray t-shirt must be worn under the scrub top.
No facial tattoos are permitted.
Hygiene
Students may not SMOKE in the student uniform at any time. If you are around smokers, please know this smell can linger in clothing and on papers. Any students that smell of smoke will be sent home due the sensitive nature of compromised patients.
Please note: Fragrances, hair gels, lotions, soaps, and body odor can be strong and overpower our patient’s sensitive respiratory system, those students will have to be sent home, which will result in a Clinical warning/write-up and a clinical absence.
Fingernails must be clean and not extend over 1/4 inch past the fingertip. (Please note: Basic clear polish is allowed IF it is not chipped. However, it is recommended that NO nail polish may be worn due to infection risk).
NO non-natural surface other than basic clear polish is allowed. No gels, acrylic, Shellac, etc. may be worn in the clinical setting.
Misc.
NO GUM is permitted in clinical settings, including simulation areas!
Students are expected to bring all supplies (black pens, paper, stethoscope, pen-light, etc.) every clinical day, including simulation.
An Amarillo College picture I.D. name tag must be worn and visible at all times.
CLINICAL WARNING:
When a clinical warning is given, the instructor will follow procedural guidelines. Examples of warnings include but are not limited to:
Verbal Warning: First time being late, chewing gum. No grade deduction.
Class I Warning: Dress Code violation, body piercings. Competency value lowered to ‘1’
Class II Warning: Insufficient work or preparation for clinical. 5-point deduction
Class III Warning: Medication error or non-medication error that jeopardizes patient safety, HIPPA violation, absence without notification. 10-point deduction.
**Subsequent warnings will be advanced to the next class warning. The instructor has the option to fail the student after 3 clinical warnings or ONE class III warning in one rotation.
COURSE WORK
In order to succeed in this course, there will be required assignments. Assignments must be hand-written (unless otherwise specified) and submitted to the appropriate drop box in Blackboard. Typed assignments will not be accepted unless specified. Typed assignments must be compatible with Microsoft Office (Microsoft Word, etc.). Any submission that is incompatible with the campus computer system will not be accepted and will result in a zero for the assignment.
If assignments are not completed by the closing date, you will receive a zero for that specific assignment. Students will be provided with a list of required ATI units. The student must achieve a 90% on all ATI assignments to receive credit. In order to receive full benefits from these modules, students must spend at least 30 minutes per module. Insufficient time will not receive credit.
Students are required to do their own individual work. There may be no sharing of answers for ATI. Students are not to write down questions or answers for either of these programs. Students may not take screenshots of any questions for either of these programs. Any cheating in any form will not be tolerated and can result in course failure.
All Clinical Paperwork is located on Blackboard. This must be printed off prior to clinical.
**Assigned worksheets will be submitted to the designated dropboxes. Assignments must be hand-written (unless otherwise specified) and submitted to the appropriate drop box in Blackboard. Typed assignments will not be accepted unless specified. Typed assignments must be compatible with Microsoft Office (Microsoft Word, etc.). Any submission that is incompatible with the campus computer system will not be accepted and will result in a zero for the assignment.
PLAGIARISM
Plagiarism is defined as the following: the use of someone else’s exact word(s) that are neither quoted nor cited; paraphrasing someone else’s words without citing them; or citing someone else’s research without citing it.
Copying any part of another student’s work and submitting it as original work is plagiarism. Plagiarism may receive a penalty of zero. Submitting work that another student completed for you is plagiarism, as well as completing work for another student.
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