ASU Department of Nursing Undergraduate Student Handbook
The Department of Nursing Undergraduate Handbook contains information specific to students enrolled in either the AASN or RN-BSN program. It does not supplant information provided in the Angelo State University Student Handbook or the University Bulletin. Students must know the rules and regulations pertaining to Angelo State University as well as the Department of Nursing. All students are expected to adhere to the policies of both.The policies and statements contained herein are true and correct at the time of publication, but are subject to continuous review and evaluation. Therefore, the Department of Nursing reserves the right to make changes. Students will be notified of the changes through announcements and email. Students should always refer to the “real-time” version of the Undergraduate Student Handbook on the Department of Nursing website which reflects the most current information. Students are responsible to periodically access any revisions to the publications online.
This publication is intended for information only and is not considered a contract.
When you have read these policies, sign and submit the Statement of Understanding form. Submit no later than the second Friday of the semester.
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October 2008
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Department of Nursing Organization & Purpose
Academic Degree Programs
Nursing Dept. Faculty and Staff
General Student Policies & Procedures
- Academic Integrity
- ASU OneCard
- Computer Requirements
- CPR Certification
- Criminal Background Check
- Degree Plan
- Eligibility to take BSN Courses (AASN Students)
- Eligibility to take NCLEX-RN Examination (Declaratory Order)
- E-mail Accounts
- Evaluation of Faculty and Course
- Grievance Procedure
- Health Insurance (Students)
- Honors Program
- Immunizations
- Liability Insurance
- Licensure (BSN students)
- Online Learning
- Persons with Disabilities
- Physical/Mental Performance & Special Accommodations Request
- Professional Conduct
- RamPort
- Required Equipment, Books, Syllabi and Supplies
- Scholarships & Financial Aid
- Standards for Progression
- Standards for Readmission
- Student Advisement
- Student Nurses Association
- Transfer Students
- TB Skin Tests
- Withdrawal Policy
- Working for Compensation
Classroom Policy
Clinical Practicum
- AASN Clinical Experiences
- BSN Clinical Experiences
- Absences
- Behavior in the Clinical Agency
- Clinical Contract
- Clinical Evaluation
- Clinical in Place of Employment
- Clinical Log
- Confidentiality Policy
- Dress Code
- Emergency Messages
- Presence of Preceptor
- Simulation Lab
- Standard Precautions
- Student Occurrence
Student Facilities and Resources
Reference Documents