Nursing Division Student Handbook

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This handbook consolidates policies and program-specific requirements for the Practical Nursing (PN), Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), and RN–BSN programs within the Nursing Division of Maine College of Health Professions (MCHP). Students are responsible for understanding and complying with all policies outlined herein.

Introduction

Welcome to MCHP

Welcome and the Nursing Division Mission

Introduction

Institutional Mission Statement

Accreditation

Nursing Programs Overview

Practical Nursing (PN)

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

RN–BSN

Requirements for Program Completion, Graduation, and Licensure

PN Program

ADN Program

RN-BSN Program

Academic Policies

Grading Scale and Academic Standards

Attendance

Academic Integrity

Change in Health Status

Criminal Background Checks and Drug Screening

Community Service

Interprofessional Education

Technical Standards

Probation Plan Policy

Technology

Student Conduct and Professional Standards

Professionalism

Student Code of Conduct Violations Procedure

Sanctions

Due Process

Code of Conduct Committee

Student Code of Conduct Violation Form

Professional Organizations

PN Program

ADN Program

Clinical Education and Preceptorship

Clinical education is essential to nursing preparation. Students must meet all health, background check, and compliance requirements prior to clinical placement.

Clinical Attendance Policy

Health Requirements

PN and ADN Preceptorships

PN and ADN Clinical and Simulation Rotations

RN–BSN Practicum/Capstone

Appendices

Student Signature Page