CHCS Student Handbook 2019-2020

Dr. Pallavi Patel College of Health Care Sciences—Department of Cardiopulmonary Sciences 2019–2020 137 Academic Advisors Upon matriculation BSRT First-Professional students are formally assigned to a faculty member as an academic advisor. BSRT First-Professional students are expected to meet with his or her academic advisor at least once per semester to monitor the student’s progress and assist in the student’s successful completion of the program. BSRT First-Professional students may schedule this appointment, or additional appointments, at any time during the year. Each student’s academic advisor, being aware of many valuable resources, can assist each student in every facet of the program if the student is having problems that might interfere with his or her studies or progress. Students should not hesitate to contact their advisor. Also, it is expected that students respond to any email communication from his or her academic advisor within 24 hours of receipt. Dress Code Students in the BSRT First-Professional program are expected to comply with the dress code outlined by the Dr. Pallavi Patel College of Health Care Sciences policy. During clinical rotations, students must wear pewter scrubs with matching tops and bottoms . Drawstrings should be tied and tucked into the pants. White, gray, or black, rubber-soled shoes with a closed back must be worn. Crocs are not acceptable. Solid color T-shirts in black, gray, or white may be worn under scrubs. Lab coats must be worn over scrubs. Lab Coats (can only be purchased from the NSU Bookstore) with prescribed patches and embroidery must be worn over scrubs at all times during class hours, whenever students leave the classroom, and during all clinical rotations. This includes during breaks and at lunch (on campus). Clinical Rotations Students participate in five consecutive clinical rotations to develop skills necessary to become competent respiratory care professionals. Students must comply with all policies and procedures of both the clinical sites and Nova Southeastern University. BSRT First-Professional students on clinical rotations must maintain a functional cell phone at all times to facilitate communications between BSRT program faculty/staff and fellow BSRT students. BSRT students are required to document clinical experiences via a web-based program. Students will be given training on using the clinical software.