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Part VII. – POLICY ON RELIGIOUS GROUPS https://www.plu.edu/faculty-handbook/section-v-special-institutional-policies-and-procedures/part-vii-policy-on-religious-groups/

Pacific Lutheran University . . . understands and identifies itself as a Christian university in view of its Lutheran heritage, ownership and governance, mission, and educational philosophy. formalizes this identity as a Lutheran—and so, Christian—university in part through the provision of regular opportunities for worship (University Chapel and the University Congregation) and through the support of campus ministry staffed by Lutheran clergy (Campus Ministry Office). actively encourages the

N407 Clinical Placements https://www.plu.edu/nursing-student-handbook/clinical-practice-policies-and-health-requirements-expectation/n499-or-407-clinical-placements/

Several months prior to the students’ enrollment in N407, the Clinical Placement Coordinator and course faculty will review the process with students at a class session. The goal of the practicum placement is to place the student into a setting where they will successfully be able to integrate all aspects of nursing into a cohesive beginning nursing practice. While clinical hours are listed at registration, please be aware that clinical hours and placements may change. The Clinical Placement

Professional Relationships in Clinical Practice https://www.plu.edu/nursing-student-handbook/clinical-practice-policies-and-health-requirements-expectation/professional-relationships-in-clinical-practice/

Many relationships and opportunities for students arise while in the clinical setting. Maintaining professional boundaries and relationships is essential to ethical practice. Students are requested to refrain from accepting employment and socializing outside of the clinical setting with clients or a client’s family while maintaining a professional relationship. Students may not care for family members, significant others, friends, or close acquaintances during clinical rotations as this poses

Social Media & Electronic Communication https://www.plu.edu/nursing-student-handbook/professional-conduct-and-values-of-the-nursing-profession/social-media-electronic-communication/

The use of social media and other electronic communication has become commonplace in our everyday lives. Every day new outlets, platforms, and applications are created and individuals are increasingly participating in blogs, social networking sites, video sites, online chat rooms, and forums in both a personal and professional manner. “The very nature of this medium, however, can pose a risk as it offers instantaneous posting opportunities that allow little time for reflective thought and

Leave of Absence https://www.plu.edu/nursing-student-handbook/status-and-enrollment/leaves-from-the-school-of-nursing/leave-of-absence/

A leave of absence from the School of Nursing is an interruption in academic progress of one year or less. A written request for a leave of absence, stating the reasons, length of time, and expected date of return, should be submitted to the RAP Committee. Students may also be required to supply additional supporting documentation. The leave of absence must ultimately be approved by the Dean. A leave of absence may be granted because of special foreseeable circumstances, such as completion of

Part V. – FAMILY/MEDICAL LEAVES OF ABSENCE https://www.plu.edu/faculty-handbook/section-iv-personnel-policies-and-employment-benefits/part-v-family-medical-leaves-of-absence/

For the most current version of the policy, which was approved by the Faculty Assembly and the President’s Council in May 1999, go to https://www.plu.edu/personnel-manual/ and scroll down to Benefits>Leaves>Family and Medical Leaves of Absence: Faculty.

Clinical Facility Incident Reporting https://www.plu.edu/nursing-student-handbook/clinical-practice-policies-and-health-requirements-expectation/incident-reports/clinical-facility-incident-reporting/

When an incident occurs, the student should notify faculty as soon as possible. Timely reporting of the incident is essential. Students, under clinical faculty supervision, will need to fill out the online School of Nursing Clinical Incident Report (located at www.plu.edu/nursing/documents) and possibly a University Injury Report. Incidences that occur within a clinical setting will simultaneously follow facility policy on incident reporting. Students should work with faculty to help determine

Maintenance of Washington State RN Licensure https://www.plu.edu/nursing-student-handbook/clinical-practice-policies-and-health-requirements-expectation/maintenance-of-washington-state-rn-licensure/

Students in the MSN and DNP program are required to maintain their Washington State Registered Nurse (RN) license throughout the program. MSN and DNP students are required to provide a copy of their current license upon initial registration for coursework and provide a copy of their license each year as they renew. Failure to provide updated licensure information to the School of Nursing will prevent students from progressing in the program, as licensure is required for all graduate level

Withdrawal from the Term https://www.plu.edu/nursing-student-handbook/status-and-enrollment/leaves-from-the-school-of-nursing/withdrawal-from-the-term/

Students in the School of Nursing may choose to pursue a withdrawal from the term if they do not have justifiable cause for a leave of absence, or their petition for a leave of absence was denied. To do this, a notification of withdrawal form must be submitted to the Financial Services and the School of Nursing. Oral requests are not acceptable. Charges will remain on the student account until written notice is received. Students are strongly advised to meet with their academic advisor prior to

Health & Safety Handbook https://www.plu.edu/safety/health-safety/handbook/

is over, calmly leave the building, taking only essentials such as glasses, medication, keys, and wallet with you. Go to your Emergency Assembly Point. Do not go back into the building until it is cleared for re-entry. The campus emergency plan states that Olson Auditorium and the Anderson University Center (or alternative space, if these designated areas are damaged) will be cleared for occupancy as quickly as possible. The Emergency Operations Team will give your emergency building coordinator