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SENECA COLLEGE OF
APPLIED ARTS AND
TECHNOLOGY
SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES
PRACTICAL NURSING DIPLOMA
PROGRAM
PND NURSING HANDBOOK
GENERAL INFORMATION
AND GUIDELINES
Academic Year 2015 - 2016
Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology
Practical Nursing Diploma Program
PND Nursing Handbook: General Information and Guidelines 2157 - 2164
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Table of Contents
WELCOME TO SENECA COLLEGE PRACTICAL NURSING PROGRAM
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USEFUL CONTACT NUMBERS
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MISSION STATEMENT
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CURRICULUM INFORMATION
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GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES
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PROGRAM OUTLINE - FULL TIME STUDIES
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PROGRAM PROGRESSION INFORMATION
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PRE-REQUISITES & CO-REQUISITES
WITHDRAWING / DISCONTINUING (DROPPING) A SUBJECT
PROGRAM INTERRUPTION
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STUDENT SUCCESS STRATEGIES INFORMATION
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SENECA ACADEMIC POLICY MANUAL
CODE OF CONDUCT
ACCOUNTABILITY
FACULTY AVAILABILITY
TEXTBOOKS
COMPUTER REQUIREMENTS
SENECA EMAIL
MY SENECA
SERVICE DESK
LYNDA.COM
SENECA MOBILE APP
STUDENT CENTRE
STUDENT CENTRE ASSISTANCE
TIME SCHEDULE
LIBRARY
NURSING SUBJECT GUIDES
COUNSELLING SERVICES
STUDENT SERVICES
LEARNING CENTRE
STUDY TIPS
SENECA TEST CENTRE
WEATHER CLOSING & CLASS CANCELATION POLICY
SENECA IMPORTANT ACADEMIC DATES
WRITING SKILLS ASSISTANCE
REFLECTIVE WRITING
APA FORMAT
SUCCESS STRATEGIES
ASSIGNMENT CALCULATOR
MATH ASSISTANCE
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ASSIGNMENT INFORMATION
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LATE ASSIGNMENTS
REQUEST FOR DEFERRED EVALUATION: ASSIGNMENTS
REQUEST FOR DEFERRED EVALUATION: TEST AND EXAMINATION
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REQUEST FOR DEFERRED EVALUATION FORM
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TESTING & EXAMINATION INFORMATION
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EXAMINATION AND TEST REVIEW
EXAMINATION POLICY
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END OF TERM PROCESS INFORMATION
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UNOFFICIAL ADVISING TRANSCRIPT
PROMOTION POLICY
ACADEMIC STANDING
PROBATION
WITHDRAWN OR MANDATORY WITHDRAWAL FROM THE PROGRAM
SUPPLEMENTAL PRIVILEGE
ACADEMIC ADVISEMENT
APPEALS
INFORMAL RESOLUTION
FORMAL APPEAL
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
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GUIDELINES FOR TRANSFER AND READMISSION
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REGULATORY BODY/PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATION
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COLLEGE OF NURSES OF ONTARIO (CNO)
REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSING ASSOCIATION OF ONTARIO
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CLINICAL PRACTICUM EXPERIENCE
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OVERVIEW OF PRACTICUM PLACEMENTS
PRACTICUM HOURS
PRACTICUM LOCATIONS
TRANSPORTATION
PERSONAL APPEARANCE AND PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT:
APPROPRIATE USE OF HAND HELD DEVICES IN CLINICAL
DOCUMENTATION
MEMO OF CONCERN
UNSAFE CLINICAL PRACTICE
PRACTICE LAB INFORMATION
CLINICAL/PRACTICUM GUIDELINES – ABSENTEEISM IN CLINICAL SETTING
CLINICAL/PRACTICUM GUIDELINES FOR MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION
CLINICAL/PRACTICUM GUIDELINES FOR REQUESTING SHIFT CHANGES
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SUPPORTING CLINICAL DOCUMENTS
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CLINICAL PREPAREDNESS PERMIT (CPP)
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VULNERABLE SECTOR SCREEN/ POLICE RECORD CHECK
CLIENT DATA
CLINICAL ORGANIZATION/TIME PLAN
CARE PLAN TEMPLATE
HEALTH ASSESSMENT
DIAGNOSIS RESEARCH
DIAGNOSIS RECORD
MEDICATION RESEARCH
MEDICATION RECORD
MEMO OF CONCERN
STUDENT COLLABORATIVE SUCCESS PLAN
CLINICAL PRACTICE STUDENT SELF EVALUATION
SUPPORTING STUDENT LEARNING
GIVING CONSTRUCTIVE FEEDBACK
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Welcome to Seneca College Practical Nursing Program
Congratulations on your selection to the Seneca College Practical Nursing Program. We
are delighted to have the opportunity to welcome you to the 2015-2016 academic year.
You have been selected from a very competitive pool of applicants and are entering a
rigorous program.
The Practical Nursing Program Handbook contains critical information to assist you in
making the transition to a full time nursing student. We strongly recommend that all
students review and refer to this document for program specific information.
Once again, congratulations on your acceptance. You are one step closer to your goal to
becoming a Seneca graduate in 2017 and a Registered Practical Nurse.
Sincerely,
Lori Carre, RN, MN
Sharon Cassar RN, MSN, FNP
Academic Coordinator,
Seneca College,
13990 Dufferin Street North,
King City, ON, L7B 1B3
Email: [email protected]
Tel: (416) 491-5050 ext. 55437
Clinical Coordinator,
Seneca College,
Tel: (416) 491-5050 ext. 55185
Maria May, BScN, RN, Med
Tina Di Simone, BA(Hons), MCEd
Chair of School of Health Sciences
Seneca College,
Tel: (416) 491-5050 ext. 55143
Dean of King Campus
Seneca College,
Tel: (416) 491-5050 ext. 55000
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Useful Contact Numbers
Academic
Lori Carre - Academic Coordinator
Room: GH1131 Phone X 55437
[email protected]
Maria May - Academic Chair, School of Health Sciences
[email protected]
Darlene Cox - Administrative Assistant to the Chair of H.S.
[email protected]
Indira Hansraj - Academic Advisor - Yorkgate Campus
Room: 227; Phone X 44739
[email protected]
Julie McGuigan - Academic Advisor - King Campus
[email protected]
Angelo Vaccaro - Academic Advisor - King Campus
[email protected]
Clinical
Sharon Cassar - Clinical Practice Coordinator
[email protected]
Catherine Weir - Program Assistant, Clinical Placement
[email protected]
MaryBeth Hastings-Bedard - Clinical Support Officer
[email protected]
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Office of the Registrar
Catherine Dawson - Admissions Advisor – King Campus
Room: GH2040 - Phone X 55026
[email protected]
Angelie Ramires - Admissions Advisor Yorkgate Campus
Room: D2315 - Phone X 22058
[email protected]
Heather Lilley - Registration Advisor Yorkgate Campus
Registration, Seneca@York Campus - Phone X 33007
[email protected]
Valentyna Gorodovych - International Admissions Advisor Phone X 22432
[email protected]
Seneca @York Financial Aid – Yorkgate Campus
If your surname begins with:
A-J, contact Paula Arrindell X 33013
K-L, contact Candice O’Donnell X 33009
M-Z, contact Jami-Lee White X 33015
Gina Salituro - Financial Aid – King campus
[email protected]
Seneca College
Phone (416)491-5050
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Mission Statement
Mission Statement:
To provide career-related education and training that will enable our students to succeed in the
global economy.
The mission of the Seneca College Practical Nursing Diploma Program is to create an environment
that emulates the caring foundations of nursing. We aspire to promote learning, creativity and
innovation so that our students will have the knowledge, skill and attitude necessary to provide
excellent, client-centered nursing care. We aspire to prepare graduates that respect the lived
experience of people in diverse settings and use the caring relationship to assist clients to achieve
their physical, emotional and spiritual health goals. We expect that students and faculty will be
partners in the education process, continually developing as healers, independent critical thinkers,
responsible and supportive team members, and effective leaders.
Our Purpose
To develop and provide programs and educational services that are:
 relevant and enriching to our students work and lives
 focused on the workplace opportunities of the future
 practical, interactive and flexible in time and place
 supported by challenging academic standards
 integrated with information technology
 designed to combine technical and transferable skills
 reinforced by opportunities for ongoing education and retraining
 enhanced by supportive student services
Our Commitment
 First and foremost, our commitment is to our students, who are the central focus of our
mission.
 We value and respond to our diverse and multicultural community.
 We work and learn together with cooperation, honesty, mutual respect and equity.
 We act both locally and globally, building strategic partnerships and international initiatives.
 We provide quality service and strive to do things right the first time.
 We foster an entrepreneurial, innovative, empowering and creative work environment.
 We embrace change, adapt effectively and rapidly to new circumstances and actively
pursue new opportunities.
 We are competent, qualified, knowledgeable and accountable for our assigned
responsibilities.
 We take responsibility for our continuing professional development and employability.
 We assure our financial viability through the effective and efficient use of our resources.
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PND Program Goals
The graduate of the program will:
 Use nursing practice to promote the health and healing processes of individuals and families
and establish caring relationships that foster trust, respect, collaboration and innovation.
 Use multiple ways of knowing and multiple sources of knowledge to inform decision-making
in nursing practice.
 Be self-reflective, self-directed, accountable, creative and inquiring as a Practical Nurse and
a life-long learner while striving to improve the quality of her or his dimension of practice.
 Establish caring relationships with colleagues and demonstrate the team and leadership
skills required to work effectively wherever Practical Nursing is practicing.
 Support, advocate and promote the ethical standards of the nursing profession.
 Advance public policies that will promote the health of all people.
 Know and be prepared to meet the legislative requirements and the standards of the
profession and be accountable to the public.
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PND Philosophy
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We believe that people are holistic beings, who experience life in unique ways and this
influences their relationships with others and the environment in which they live.
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We believe that people have the capacity and right to make choices about their ways of
living, learning and health as well as the responsibility for the consequences of those
choices.
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We believe internal and external factors impact on people’s physical, socio-cultural, psychospiritual, political and economic health, influencing the quality life of the individual, their
significant others and the community around them.
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We believe that nurses are responsible for the development of helping relationships, and
provision of competent, holistic, patient centered care. Nurses assist people, in all stages
and transitions, to enhance healing, make their own choices for health, and change or cope
with the environment in which they live.
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We believe that the practical nurse must be prepared to participate in many roles and
settings. These roles include, but are not limited to, those of multi-disciplinary team
member, primary care giver, educator, manager, consultant, advocate or political activist.
Practical Nursing is practiced in a limitless number of settings including communities,
homes, institutions, or wherever there is a potential for influencing the health of people.
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We believe that the Practical Nurse is individually responsible and accountable for their
practice. The Practical Nurse is professionally responsible to continuously seek to improve
practice through critical self-reflection and study, and add to the growing knowledge base
of the profession. Practical Nurses have a social responsibility to influence and advance
public policy that will contribute to the health of people now and in the future.
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We believe that nursing education is a partnership between teacher and student and that
both bear responsibility for creation of an environment in which learning, creativity and
innovation are promoted. We value and acknowledge the diversity between people and the
variety of ways of knowing. Both teacher and student must participate holistically in the
education process and work to create an environment of mutual respect and trust.
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We believe that learning is a life-long process that is aimed at personal and professional
growth. Learners bring valuable prior knowledge and past experiences to the learning
situation and are capable of and have the right to be self-directing, to participate in and
share responsibility for determining their learning needs, learning methods and for
evaluating learning. Nursing knowledge is derived from an understanding of self, practice,
theory and research, all of which merge together in the generation of that knowledge and in
the application of that knowledge to practice.
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Curriculum Information
Professional Subject Descriptions
MDM101 - Mathematics for Medication - This course explores drug classifications, modes of
administration and dosage calculations. The student will prepare for safe administration of
medication in the practice setting. Topics studied will focus on the implications for, and application
to, the role of the Registered Practical Nurse.
PNA100 - Anatomy and Physiology for the Practical Nurse – This course is the study of normal
anatomy and physiology. Study includes organization of the body, the cell, tissue, organs and four
of the major body systems. An introduction to microbiology is included.
PNC121 - Practical Nursing Clinical – Preparation - Clinical 1 gives the student the opportunity to
prepare for clinical practice through applied theoretical concepts. In the classroom, the student
will rehearse thinking like a nurse, communicating, organization, evaluating and engaging in other
activities that are essential to the care of the individuals and their families in the community and
Health Care Agency.
PNH101 - Healing Practices for the Practical Nurse – The course provides the foundation for
understanding the well client from infant to older adult. PNH101 begins with concepts of health
and illness in the context of social determinants of health and outlines the major components of
health for each stage of growth and development. Emphasis will be on anticipated transitions,
health promotion and relevant nursing considerations. Recognition of diversity in regards to age,
gender, race and culture is given.
PNL110 - Practical Nursing Skills Lab – This course gives the student the opportunity to apply
theoretical concepts and practice skills that maintain and promote health and healing. Students
will demonstrate a safe level of performance in the lab before implementing the skills in nursing
practice settings.
PNR100 - Role Development for the Practical Nurse – This course is an introduction to Practical
Nursing as a profession. Students will examine professional behavior in themselves and others.
The history of nursing and the role of the Practical Nurse will be explored.
EAC150 - College English – College English is an introductory college writing and reading subject
fundamental to successful college studies. Through a variety of assignments and classroom
activities, students will strive to develop the rhetorical and analytical skills essential to their success
as communicators in college and upon graduation. Fiction and non-fiction will be a central vehicle
for teaching writing.
PSY100 - Introduction to Psychology - the discipline of psychology is the study of human behavior.
It is concerned with the observation behavior of an individual and its relationship to unseen mental
and physical processes, as well as of external events. Introduction to Psychology will provide a
framework within which the student can begin to explore the human personality.
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PNA200 - Anatomy and Physiology for the Practical Nurse - This course continues with the study
of normal anatomy and physiology begun in PNA100. Additional body systems will be studied.
PNC220 - Practical Nursing Clinical - Students will apply theoretical concepts in a nursing practice
setting. Working with health care professionals and clients they will make a positive contribution
to the health and healing of individuals and families. Students will work in Long-term-care or
Alternate Level of Care settings for a twelve-week period, 10 hours per week. Variations in the
schedule may be necessary. Students will be working with individuals and their families in the
Alternate Level of Care or Long Term Care setting and considering resources in the community and
Health Care Agency. Students will provide holistic nursing care for individuals and their families.
Under the direction of the Seneca College Professor/Clinical Educator, students will collaborate
with agency staff, the patients/residents and their families to promote health and provide safe and
effective nursing care.
PNE203 - Health Assessment for the Practical Nurse - This course is designed to assist the Practical
Nursing student in performing a complete physical and health assessment across the lifespan. The
course focuses on learning physical assessment techniques using a systems approach, skills on
interviewing techniques and collection of subjective and objective data. Students will consolidate
assessment theory in the classroom and practice holistic nursing assessment in the skills lab.
PNH201 - Healing Practices for the Practical Nurse – This course explores the nursing practices and
interventions that support health and enhance healing for clients and families experiencing various
health challenges. A specific focus is placed on the topics of maternal newborn health and child
health challenges.
PNL210 - Practical Nursing Skills Lab - This subject is a continuation of PNL110. Students will
continue to apply theoretical concepts and practice skills that maintain and promote health and
healing. Students will demonstrate competence in the lab before implementing the skills in the
clinical setting.
PNC320 - Practical Nursing Clinical - Students will continue to apply theoretical concepts in a
nursing practice setting. Students will be assigned to work in health care agencies on
medical/surgical units. They will work with health care professionals while making a positive
contribution to the health of individuals and families. The emphasis of third semester clinical will be
on medication administration, nursing care plans, developing an understanding of community
resources and patient/family health teaching. The students will practice in hospital and other
appropriate health care settings in the community and will gain insight in to community services.
PNH 301 - Healing Practices for the Practical Nurse - This course continues from PNH200. The
focus will be on practices that support health and enhance healing for clients and families
experiencing various health challenges.
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PNM300 - Practical Nursing Pharmacology - This course explores drug classifications, modes of
administration and dosage calculations. The student will prepare for safe administration of
medication in the practice setting. Topics studied will focus on the implications for, and application
to, the role of the Registered Practical Nurse.
PNR300 - Role Development for the Practical Nurse - The student will study concepts related to
legal, moral and ethical behaviors in the health care professions.
PNP301 - Pathophysiology for Practical Nurses - This course will be an introduction to human
disease and will focus on the fundamental principles of homeostatic mechanisms. The student will
explore how alterations in homeostatic mechanisms will disrupt the integrity of human function.
Overall, the mechanisms of disease will be studied in a systems format and will be considered for
the effect that they produce on the structure and function of the body. Common diseases will be
used to illustrate the biological concepts of pathology.
PNC420 - Practical Nursing Clinical - The application will take place in hospital settings. Students
will engage in praxis with individuals and families. Students will work in cooperation and
collaboration with the health care team. Students will experience an increased clinical workload,
have leadership opportunities and prepare for the consolidation experience. Students will
experience day and evening clinical hours as permitted in the specific clinical setting.
PNH401 - Healing Practices for the Practical Nurse - This course continues from PNH300. The
focus will be on practices that support health and enhance healing for clients and families
experiencing various health challenges.
PNR400 - Role Development for the Practical Nurse - This course explores the transition from
student to health care professional with an emphasis on leadership competencies, career planning,
legislation, and the organization of health care. Topics studied will focus on the implications for,
and application to, the role of the Registered Practical Nurse.
PNP401 - Pathophysiology for the Practical Nurse - This course continues from PNH300. The focus
will be on practices that support health and enhance healing for clients and families experiencing
various health challenges.
PNC520 - Practical Nursing Clinical Consolidation - Having completed all professional and general
education subjects, students will concentrate on clinical practice to consolidate skills while
providing client centered care. A Registered Practical Nurse functions as preceptor, acting as a
resource person for the consolidation student. The student assigned to the preceptor shares the
preceptor's clinical assignment and will work full time hours following the preceptor’s schedule.
Under the preceptor's guidance, the student meets the learning outcomes of this experience.
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General Education Courses
The following courses are required graduation from the PND program.
All General Education subjects must be completed prior to entering PNC520.
 EAC 150
 PSY 100
 3 Liberal studies and/or English literature options
Liberal studies options are from any of these categories
-Cultural Studies -Natural Science
-Canadian Studies -Social Science
English Literature courses are identified through EAC or SES course codes. EAC150 is a pre
requisite.
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Program Outline - Full Time Studies
Semester 1
MDM101
PNA100
PNC121
PNH101
PNL110
PNR100
EAC150*
PSY100
8 Courses
Mathematics for Medication
Anatomy and Physiology for the Practical Nurse
Practical Nursing Clinical - Preparation
Healing Practices for the Practical Nurse
Practical Nursing Skills Lab
Role Development for the Practical Nurse
College English
Introduction to Psychology (General Education)
Hours/Week = 27
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4
4
4
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3
3
3
Semester 2
PNA200
PNC220
PNE203
PNH201
PNL210
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6 Courses
Anatomy and Physiology for the Practical Nurse
Practical Nursing Clinical
Health Assessment for the Practical Nurse
Practical Nursing Skills Lab
General Education (see required categories)
Hours/Week = 26
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10
4
3
3
3
6 Courses
Practical Nursing Pharmacology
Pathophysiology for Practical Nurses
Hours/Week = 29
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3
3
5 Courses
Pathophysiology for the Practical Nurse
Hours/Week = 25
12
4
3
3
3
Semester 3
PNC320**
PNH301
PNM300
PNR300
PNP301
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Semester 4
PNC420
PNH401
PNR400
PNP401
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Semester 5
PNC520 ***
Course
Practical Nursing Clinical Consolidation
Hours/Week
~ 40
*Based on English placement testing, may need to take a series of English courses prior to taking the required EAC150
** EAC150 must be complete before the start of PNC320
***All courses must be complete prior to PNC520
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Program Progression Information
Pre-requisites & Co-requisites
Students are required to take courses in the PND nursing program in the prescribed order. The following
chart indicates the courses to be taken in each semester.
Students cannot register for a course without having a passing grade in the pre-requisite course(s).
Some courses have co-requisite courses, meaning courses that must be taken at the same time. If a student
chooses to drop a course, all co-requisite courses must be dropped as well.
Semester 1
Subject
MDM101
PNA100
PNC121
PNH101
PNL110
PNR100
Pre-requisite
Co-requisites
Semester 2
PNA200
PNC220
PNE203
PNH201
PNL210
PNA100
MDM101, PNA100, PNC121, PNH101, PNL110, PNR100
PNA100, PNR100
PNA100, PNH101,
MDM101, PNA100, PNL110
PNA200, PNE203, PNH 201, PNL210
PNA200
PNA200
PNA200
Semester 3
PNC320
PNH301
PNM300
PNP301
PNR300
PNA200, PNC220, PNE203, PNH201, PNL210, EAC150
PNA200, PNH201
MDM101, PNA200, PNE203, PNL210
PNA200
PNR100, PNC220
PNH301, PNM300 PNP301, PNR300
PNC320, PNH301, PNM300, PNP301, PNR300,
PNC320, PNH301
PNP301
PNR300
PNH401, PNP401, PNR400
Semester 4
PNC420
PNH401
PNP401
PNR400
Semester
PNC520
Consolidation
All nursing theory courses, PSY100 and all general education courses must be completed
prior to starting PNC520
Please Note:
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Students may repeat a professional nursing subject once. A student who has been unsuccessful
in any two professional nursing subjects will be withdrawn from the PND program.
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Withdrawing / Discontinuing (Dropping) a Subject
Students who are considering discontinuing or dropping a subject from their current timetable are
advised to study this guideline and Seneca Academic Policy 11.2 prior to making the request.
www.senecacollege.ca/academic-policy
A student may decide to discontinue a subject if they would benefit from a reduced workload or to
improve the opportunity for success in the remaining subjects.
Students who want to discontinue a subject(s) need to consider how this choice will affect their
progression through the program.
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Students will also be withdrawing from co-requisite courses.
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Students may drop a professional nursing subject once. The subject must be successfully
completed the next semester or the student will be withdrawn from the program.
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Students may drop any clinical course once. The subject must be successfully completed the
next semester or the student will be withdrawn from the program
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Discontinuing a subject may have an impact on OSAP for the current and following
semesters. Students should consult the Financial Aid office prior to discontinuing the
subject.
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Discontinuing a subject may not result in registration fee rebate or reduction. Students in a
full-time program do not pay fees based on individual courses but are given a package rate
for the full semester course load.
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Students should see the academic advisor to retake the dropped subject in the next
semester in the full-time PND program, but availability and admission is not guaranteed.
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Students can request to retake the dropped subject in the part-time PND program at
Newnham campus, but availability and admission is not guaranteed.
It is best to seek advice from your academic advisor or your academic coordinator when
considering withdrawing from a course.
Students must refer to the academic calendar for course drop dates (see Important Dates section).
All forms must be submitted before this date in order to avoid academic penalty on the transcript.
Day 10 (week 2) - Subjects dropped by this date will not appear on the transcript. This can be
done independently on student center or by an academic advisor.
Day 45 (Week 9) - Subjects dropped by this date will receive a Did Not Complete (DNC) code
placed on their transcript next to the discontinued subject. This does not affect the Grade Point
Average (GPA). This can only be done by an academic advisor.
Week 10 and beyond - After the DNC period ends, students will receive the grade that was
earned on their transcripts, even if subjects are discontinued. This will affect ones’ Grade Point
Average.
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Program Interruption
If you need to leave the Practical Nursing Program for a short or longer term, please contact the
Academic Coordinator to assist you in this process. They will help facilitate discussion and
notifications with your professors and coordinate a smooth return.
Students who have been out of the Program for longer than one year may be required to repeat
credits previously attained. There are no partial credits. Students who have been out of clinical for
two consecutive semesters will be required to repeat the most recent clinical practicum and
professional nursing courses that pertain to patient safety. Students who withdraw from a course
or semester for medical reasons must provide proof of medical clearance before resuming studies
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Student Success Strategies Information
Seneca Academic Policy Manual
Students are responsible for knowing the content of the Seneca College Academic Policy Manual.
In this document you will find information about admissions, fees, curriculum, libraries,
attendance, participation, grades and examinations. You can also find information on Seneca’s
Academic Honesty Policies and College Copyright Policies. It is VERY important that you review
these. You are accountable to meeting these standards, and consequences can be severe if
neglected. http://www.senecac.on.ca/academic-policy/
Code of Conduct
All students are required to adhere to Seneca College policies on Student Conduct. Faculty and
students are expected to abide by the zero-tolerance standard for discrimination and harassment.
http://www.senecac.on.ca/studentconduct/
Accountability
Students in the PND program are accountable for their own learning and for facilitating the learning
of their classmates. Important ways to maximize valuable learning opportunities and to ensure the
students’ accountability include:
 being on time for class and practicum;
 being consistently prepared;
 seeking assistance when needed;
 being truthful;
 completing assigned tasks as negotiated;
 giving prior notice of intended absences;
 informing the group of absences prior to class time;
 supporting classmates and guests during presentations;
 attendance is expected and participation is required;
 students are responsible to obtain all information that was covered during their absence,
including information regarding assignments, changes in schedules and deadline dates;
 a full-time student absent from the program for ten successive school days and who have
not contacted the faculty and/or the Admission office, will be deemed to have withdrawn
from the Practical Nursing Program as of the last day in attendance;
 Students who are unable to meet course outcomes due to absence, for any reason, will
receive an unsatisfactory grade.
Faculty Availability
All of your professors will have posted drop-in office hours for assistance or questions. Students
are encouraged to make appointments in advance. Students are encouraged to communicate with
professors using the Seneca College E-mail system, Starfish system or by leaving a voicemail
message. Students can expect to receive a response within 48 hours (business days only). Office
hours are posted outside faculty offices. Some faculty will also post virtual office hours through
Blackboard or Starfish.
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It is the student's responsibility to raise program concerns with the appropriate professors/
coordinators/chair.
Textbooks
Students are expected to purchase the texts and printed materials designated as “required”.
Required textbooks will be extensively used in all classes. Texts and printed materials designated
as “recommended,” are valuable resources, but purchase is optional.
Please note that the syllabus will have the most recent edition of a text book. Please consult your
professor if you have access to a previous edition. If you are purchasing a used text book, please
consider that some textbooks are bundled with REQUIRED access codes that are only good for one
use. Please note that many of our textbooks are used throughout the entire program.
Your professors will expect that you have completed the required readings PRIOR to coming to
class.
Textbooks can be purchased at King, Seneca@York and Newnham campuses. You can also
purchase them online and sent to your closest bookstore (at no cost) or to your home (for a fee).
http://www.senecacollege.ca/ce/info/services/bookstore.html
Computer Requirements
Students are required to have access to a computer and online communications. Seneca College
has an open computer commons for student use at all campuses. Some campuses have a printing
fee, where funds can be put onto your OneCard. The IT department has provided some information
on what computer requirements your will need and some guidance on how to set up your Seneca
computing access (Seneca Student Number, Seneca Account, Seneca ID and Activation).
https://inside.senecacollege.ca/its/support/newstudent.html
Seneca Email
It is important that students check their Seneca E-mail daily. All E-mail communications between
faculty and students must be through the Seneca E-mail system ONLY.
http://www.senecacollege.ca/signin/
My Seneca
Also referred to as Blackboard or BB.
This is an information system for all Seneca students. Here you will find College news and
announcements. Each course that you are in will have a site where your professors can post course
related information for you to access. There is also access to important Seneca Tool and to
important Seneca Services via BB. Students are required to access BB course materials designated
by the professor for all subject areas on a regular basis and prior to class.
http://www.senecacollege.ca/signin/
Service Desk
If you are having difficulties and require information technology support, such as passwords,
computer and network problems, application installs, audio/visual equipment, printing problems,
mobile devices and any other technical issues, please contact the service desk. You can access
them (416) 491-5050 X22129 or by email [email protected]
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Lynda.com
IF you want to learn about software applications from Adobe, Articulate, Google, Microsoft and so
many more, then log into www.senecacollege.ca/mylearning with your Seneca ID and Seneca
password
Seneca Mobile App
Stay connected with Seneca College wherever you are with the Seneca College Mobile App. You
can access courses through your mobile device, stay up-to date with the latest campus news and
more. It is Seneca College in the palm of your hand. This is available for iPhone, blackberry and
Android users. Features include instant access to blackboard, campus maps, and faculty directory,
Seneca Library, Seneca News and Social Media.
www.senecacollege.ca/mobile
Student Centre
This is our computerized student information system. This is where you will to see your schedule
and add or drop classes as required. You can also change your address or add a phone number
here. Your official and final grades are released here. Please note: Accessing your unofficial
advising transcript at the end of term is very important. This will tell you your current academic
standing with the college and will give directions on any supplemental, incomplete or deferred
result as applicable. www.senecacollege.ca/signin/
Student Centre Assistance
This is a link to find assistance on how to view, interpret and adjust your information at Seneca.
There are also videos to assist you here too. www.senecacollege.ca/students/student-centre/
Time Schedule
The following link indicates when your time schedule will be released on Student Centre. It also
provides a map to locate your classes on campus and provides information on how to register for
general education courses. www.senecacollege.ca/student/first-experience/timetable.html
Library
There are a number of resources in the library and websites are available to assist you. From this
location you can search for books and journals. You can renew your library books here. There are
great videos and activities for Academic Honesty. library.senecacollege.ca/
Nursing Subject Guides
This is another amazing resource from the library website – enter the Program Specific Subject
Guides, and then Search for Nursing. Here you will find material specific to our program. Here you
will find information on APA Citation information, Nursing Databases, eBooks, Nursing Websites,
Nursing Videos and Tutorials.
seneca.libguides.com/nursing
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Counselling Services
At Seneca we believe that students' health and wellness is a critical component to their academic
success. We recognize that our students may encounter difficulties which can interfere with their
well-being and academic goals. Counseling Services can assist students through confidential,
supportive counseling to address and resolve the wide range of issues that students can
experience. http://www.senecac.on.ca/students/personalacademic.html
Student Services
Student Services are your bridge to life at Seneca. They have the resources and support system to
help you succeed during your Seneca career. Explore your options and get involved in the Seneca
community. Whether you are looking for success strategies, want to become a student ambassador
or be a Seneca Student Federation representative, Student Services has information you need, and
the opportunities you want. http://www.senecac.on.ca/student/
Learning Centre
Engage, Learn, and Succeed is the focus of the learning center. The tutors are your peers. They
have taken the courses, done the work, and written the exams. They are present to help you to
understand concepts, show you the best way to study for your courses. They can explain those
things that you have learned in the classroom, but may not have understood the first time around.
They will show how to write your own essay and do your own homework so that one day you will
not need a tutor anymore! They offer free one-on-one tutoring, free group tutoring and free
workshops and seminars. At King Campus, the learning center is located inside the library. Cheryl
Bain is the Learning Center Support Officer. At Yorkgate campus, the tutors will post their hours
and locations.
https://inside.senecac.on.ca/learningcentres/
Study Tips
The learning center has a great number of learning tip sheets to assist you with your classes, test,
grammar, math, oral communication, reading and writing skills. Please consider reviewing these to
assist you to be the most successful that you can be.
https://inside.senecac.on.ca/learningcentres/tips.html
Seneca Test Centre
The test centre provides various testing services including invigilation for ‘students with
accommodations’, skills assessment testing, and a location for students to write missed tests and
exams. http://www.senecacollege.ca/testcentre/index.html
The test centre has also created some wonderful tip sheets. These range from note taking, test
preparation and test taking strategies, to tips to memorizing and how to make your learning style
work for you.
http://www.senecacollege.ca/testcentre/study-tips.html
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Weather Closing & Class Cancelation Policy
If weather or emergency conditions require the college to be closed, local radio stations will be
requested to make announcements prior to the start of classes. Notices will also be posted on
www.senecac.on.ca, My.Seneca, the College’s Facebook account and on Twitter.
Unless the college is officially closed, every attempt will be made to continue all classes/activities as
scheduled. Notifications of class cancelations are done by professors as early as possible. You will
be notified via email and/or via myseneca (blackboard).
Seneca Important Academic Dates
From this link, you can see all of the important academic dates for multiple semesters. This is
where you can find when tuition is due, when the semester begins and ends, when exam week,
study week and holidays are. It also indicates the exact dates for last day to add and drop a course
and the last date to receive a DNC grade. Lastly, you can find out when grades are available on
Student Centre.
www.senecacollege.ca/registrar/dates/
Writing Skills Assistance
There is access to some great information to develop your writing skills. There is information on
grammar from commas and apostrophes to common mistakes. There is a focus on essays from
developing an outline, and thesis to editing, and proofreading. There is also assistance on
paraphrasing and avoiding plagiarism.
https://inside.senecacollege.ca/learningcentres/tips.html
Reflective Writing
In many courses in the Practical Nursing Diploma Program, you will be asked to demonstrate
reflective writing. Reflective writing is one of the components of reflective practice mandated by
the College of Nurses (CNO). The following provides the rationale and essential outcomes from the
student practicing reflective writing:
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Reflective writing is a professional requirement for all practicing nurses.
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Writing enhances learning
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Writing helps the student clarify ideas through reflection
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Writing allows the student to demonstrate the connections between readings, classroom
work and other experiences in an organized way.
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Writing demonstrates student ability to focus, think, and attend to detail.
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Writing assists the student to self-evaluate.
You will be requested to hand in reflective journals and or reflective notes at specific times. In
some courses these documents will be part of the course grade.
Seneca College Practical Nursing Program acknowledges that every patient has the legal and moral
right to confidentiality of all information concerning attendance, condition, and/or treatment as it
relates to personal and health matters. Therefore, all documents and writing submitted by the
student will not include any information that will identify their patients.
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APA Format
The Practical Nursing Program uses the American Psychological Association (APA) 6th edition as the
format for all written papers. The following items are examples of APA requirements:
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Punctuation
Presentation of names
Titles of works
Quotations
Physical format of the paper including margins, spacing, title page format, and
references, etc.
Suitable abbreviations
Assignments may be returned ungraded if there are numerous spelling and grammatical
errors
American Psychological Association. (2009). Publication manual of the American Psychological
Association. (6th Ed.). Washington D. C.: Author.
APA Resources
APA formatting and APA referencing can be overwhelming initially, but using the text, or resources
from Seneca Library web site and librarians can assist you. Manuals are available in the Resource
Centre and in the Seneca Bookstore, King Campus. The Seneca Subject page has a link to all of your
current required textbooks correctly APA formatted.
Seneca Library also has an APA resources site to assist you.
http://library.senecacollege.ca/Research_Help/Citing_Sources/
Success Strategies
Designed to help you navigate through your college journey as you tackle learning challenges and
opportunities. There are self-assessments designed to help you determine your strengths and
needs as a learner. There are strategies and suggestions for you to explore and try. Most
importantly, there are extensive college services and resources with knowledgeable and supportive
people who are available to assist you with your specific needs.
http://www.senecacollege.ca/student/success/success-strategies/
Assignment Calculator
The purpose of this calculator is to help you break down your assignment or project into
manageable steps and direct you to useful guides & services, available from the Library and
Learning Centre. Research and writing rarely progress in a linear way. You will undoubtedly go back
and forth between the steps and not just progress through them. Follow the guidelines for the
Assignment as discussed in class and consult with your Professor/Instructor if you have any specific
questions about the Assignment dates. https://sparc4.senecac.on.ca/assignmentcalculator/
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Math Assistance
If you are struggling with Math, there are a number of Seneca resources for you to access. You can
find ‘fast facts for Nursing Math’ and practice MDM101 questions. These can be found under the
math section.
https://inside.senecacollege.ca/learningcentres/tips.html
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Assignment Information
Late Assignments
Students who do not take the initiative to arrange for an extension will receive an academic penalty
for the late submission. Any assignment that is not handed in by date and time specified; OR any
assignment for which an extension is granted that is not handed in by the negotiated date and time
is subjected to the following penalty(s):
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For 1 day late (any time up to 24 hours after time due): penalty is 5% which means 5% is
deducted from the grade for the assignment (e.g., a mark of 75 would be reduced to
70%)
For each subsequent day late (each 24 hour period: 5% will be deducted.
For 2 days late deduction of 10% (e.g., a mark of 75 would be reduced to 65%)
Note: This is inclusive of all days of the week: Monday-Sunday.
Request for deferred evaluation: Assignments
The goal is for student(s) to negotiate extensions for assignments, with the facilitator/professor
prior to the date that the assignment is due. This responsibility is part of professional behavior.
It is the student’s responsibility to initiate discussion about the nature of the extension. The
student must fill out a Request for Deferred Evaluation Form (found in the next page) and present it
to their professor with supporting documentation (doctor’s note, death certificate).
Request for deferred evaluation: Test and Examination
It is expected that all testing modalities be completed when scheduled. Deferred testing privileges
may be granted for students with extenuating circumstances. The request must be submitted to
their professor as soon as reasonably possible. The professor must be notified via Seneca email or
phone extension.
Deferred test privileges are ideally considered in advance.
In order for a student to receive deferred privileges, appropriate documentation must be
presented to their professor when returning to college, ideally within one week of missing the test
or exam due to extenuating circumstances. The student must fill out a Request for Deferred
Evaluation Form (found in the last page of the Assignment Information section) and present it to
their professor with supporting documentation (doctor’s note, death certificate).
In situations where deferred evaluation privileges are denied, the test or examination that was not
completed by the student will be assigned a grade of zero (0).
If granted, the deferred evaluation will be written in week 13 in the test center
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Request for Deferred Evaluation Form
Students must notify the Professor as soon as possible of the evaluation that will be missed.
Students must submit the Request for Deferred Evaluation form and required documentation to
the subject Professor within the first week of the missed evaluation
Student Name:
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Course:
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Course Professor:
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Evaluation Missed:
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Date of Originally Scheduled Evaluation:
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Date & Time of Professor
Notification:____________________________________________
Student notified professor of missed evaluation:
 In Person:
 By Phone
 By Seneca Email
Extenuating circumstances resulting in missed evaluation:
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Supporting documentation provided:
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Faculty Portion
DECISION:
 Granted
o Test or Assignment will be in week 13 in Test center.
o Other
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 Not Granted – grade for assignment or test will result in a 0.
 Decision Deferred - will be brought to promotions committee to determine.
Faculty Signature:
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Testing & Examination Information
Length of Multiple Choice Tests
Students will be given an approximately a maximum amount of time per multiple-choice question.
The reason for this limitation is that the CPRNE examination currently allows 4 hours for 200
multiple choice questions, which is 72 seconds per question. Students need to learn how to pace
themselves as they take a test to ensure they will finish the test in an appropriate amount of time.
Semester 1 & 2 = 85 seconds per question
Semester 3 & 4 = 80 seconds per question
Semester 5 = 72 seconds per question
Seneca Test Centre
The test centre provides various testing services including invigilation for ‘students with
accommodations’, skills assessment testing, and a location for students to write missed tests and
exams. http://www.senecac.on.ca/registrar/testcentre/testcentre.html
Final exam week
Exam week is Week 14 of the schedule. This can be found under the Important Dates Section of
the PND Handbook. Please note no deferred evaluations for final exams. Exams can be scheduled
typically from 0800 – 1900. Your exam schedule will be available for you to view on Student
Centre, once it is released.
www.senecacollege.ca/students/student-centre/exam-schedule.html
Examination and Test Review
Students should contact their professor via e-mail or phone to make an appointment to review
tests or final examinations. Requests to review tests should be made within 2 weeks of receiving
test results. Faculty will be available to review final examinations during Academic Advisement.
Faculty will notify students of availability during Academic Advisement week for final review. Due
to the nature of the course, there will be no final exam review permitted for PNC520.
Examination Policy
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Students are encouraged to leave all personal belongings in their locker. All personal
belongings that are brought to the exam room must be placed in a designated area.
Students must display picture identification in plain view on the desk
Students suspected of violating academic honesty will be reported to the Chair of Health
Sciences for investigation. Students are referred to the Seneca College Academic Policy on
Cheating and/or Plagiarism; see Seneca Academic Policy section 9.
Bilingual word lists, dictionaries, or electronic translators are not permitted into the
examination room.
When completing essay, short answer test questions, and other hand-written work, students
must write with a non-erasable pen. Whiteout is not permitted. Written work in pencil will not
be graded.
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All answers must be transcribed onto a scantron (if applicable) for electronic grading. If a
scantron is supplied, only answers on the scantron will be graded. Answers on the test paper
will not be graded.
Students may not bring extra paper or any electronic communication devices including MP3
players, cell phones, iPod, scientific calculators, and video pen, etcetera into the exam room.
All alarms, vibrations, and ring tones must be turned off prior to entering exam room.
No talking when entering/exiting the exam room, or during the examination period.
Students may only enter the examination room when instructed to by the invigilator.
A late student can enter an exam room up to 40 minutes after the exam has started. Students
are not permitted to leave the examination room within the first 30 minutes.
Once a student has left the examination room, they will not be permitted to reenter.
Students who arrive to the exam room after the exam has started will not have extended
writing time.
Students will not be permitted to write the examination or test prior to the scheduled date.
No student is permitted to write an examination without invigilation.
Students who are not registered for a course are not permitted to write examination(s) in that
course.
Students must not leave the examination room during the last 15 minutes of the examination
period.
At the end of the examination, all remaining students must stop writing and must remain
seated until an invigilator collects all exams.
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END OF TERM Process Information
Please see the Important Dates section to determine the exact dates for these to occur. But this is
a general view of the process:
Week 14 – Exams are written
Week 15 - Monday - faculty submits Grades
Week 15 - Tuesday through Friday – End of Term or Promotions Meetings for Faculty
Week 15 - Typically Saturday at 9am the grades are released to Student Centre (typically 8 days
after the last exam).
Week 16 – Academic Advisement Period – meet with professors and coordinators by appointment
*** Final grades can only be released and viewed in the Unofficial Advising Transcript via Student
Centre (see Student Centre section).
Unofficial Advising Transcript
Accessing your unofficial advising transcript is very important. This will tell you your current
academic standing with the college and will give directions on any temporary grades if applicable
(supplemental, incomplete or deferred [see Temporary grades section]).
The following is a link to a video on how to access your advising transcript.
www.senecacollege.ca/students/student-centre/
Video on how to access your unofficial Advising Transcript:
www.senecacollege.ca/students/student-centre/academics.html
Promotion Policy
In the Seneca College Practical Nursing Diploma Program, a minimum of C (60%) grade in is
required for all Professional Nursing Courses, with the exception of the following:
 MDM101 - A minimum grade of 80% is required which will be graded as a Satisfactory or
Unsatisfactory grade.
 PNC220, PNC320, and PNC420 - A satisfactory or unsatisfactory grade will be issued.
 PNC520 - A minimum grade of 75% is required which will be graded as a Satisfactory or
Unsatisfactory grade.
 English and General Education subjects - A minimum of D (50%) grade is required.
Academic Standing
Your academic standing is evaluated at the end of each term. You will receive a transcript through
Student Centre (Please see unofficial advising transcript section on how to access this). It is used
to indicate if you current status and your progression to the next semester in the PND program.
Academic Standing Definitions for the PND Program are:
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Good – Successfully completed all professional courses
Probation – Failed one professional course. This does not meeting PND program requirements.
Withdrawn – Failed two or more professional courses. This does not meet PND program
progression requirements.
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Probation
Students are allowed to retake a professional course once, provided they meet the requirements to
remain in the program. Students should note that course availability and space considerations may
preclude the possibility of repeating a course in the term they chose.
Withdrawn or Mandatory Withdrawal from the Program
The Promotions Committee may recommend to the Dean, or designate, that a student be required
to withdraw from Seneca College. Such a college initiated requirement may be made before the
normal completion date of a course or program. The basis of mandatory withdrawal may be a
student’s behaviour; and/or attendance; and/or performance; where one or all of these are
detrimental to the learning process, or disruptive to the aims and objectives of the College.
Students who fail to maintain adequate standing in the PND program may be withdrawn from the
program. A student who is unsuccessful in two or more professional courses may be required to
withdrawn from the program.
Temporary Grades:
In extraordinary circumstance, you may see an Incomplete (INC) or Deferred (DEF) on your advising
transcript. You will also see specific directions on how to complete the courses. If not, please
follow up with your professor.
Supplemental Privilege
In semester one, a student who, due to exceptional circumstances, who fails to meet the minimum
requirement in one Professional Course, may be granted a “Supplemental Privilege”. The student
must be successful in all other courses and must have a final grade within 5% of the minimum
grade. That means obtaining a grade of D (55%) in the one unsuccessful professional nursing
subject or a minimum of B + (75%) in MDM101.
Supplemental examinations will take the form of a comprehensive examination of the full semester
in the subject area. This privilege enables the student, on payment of a fee, to potentially be
successful in the course. If successful on the supplemental examination, a grade of ‘C` or
`Satisfactory, will be attained.
This comprehensive exam is on a set date (see Important Dates section). Students are also notified
via StudentCentre with the specific time and location. There will be a supplemental fee associated
with this.
There are no supplemental exams or assignments in semesters two, three, four or five.
Grade Pont Average
 Program GPA
This is the grade point average of all graded courses used to meet program requirements.
 Term GPA
This is the grade point average of all graded classes in a term.
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Cumulative GPA
The grade point average of all graded courses for all terms
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Academic Advisement
To review your final exam, or grade calculation please contact your professor. All faculty will have
office hours for you during the official academic advisement period.
To address overall academic issues or academic pathways, please contact the academic
coordinator, Lori Carre. To address clinical issues, please contact the clinical coordinator, Sharon
Cassar. They will have advising hours for you during the official academic advisement period. To
determine the exact time of the Academic Advising Period, please see the ‘Important Dates’ section
in the PND Handbook.
Appeals
Students may appeal any academic decisions made by the college, including but not limited to: final
grades, academic honesty decisions, continuation or status in a program, School, Faculty or the
college. It is College policy that you will be given a fair hearing when you proceed with an academic
appeal. See Section 13 Seneca College Academic Policy Handbook. www.senecac.on.ca/academicpolicy/appc.html
Informal Resolution
It is best for both you and the College to resolve differences quickly and informally. Therefore, if
you disagree with any College academic decision you must discuss the matter with your faculty
member(s) and Advisor, Program Coordinator or Chair as soon as possible to see if a mutually
satisfactory solution can be reached.
Students who want to appeal a grade should adhere to the following protocol:
1. Review the grade with the subject professor.
2. If the issue is unresolved, review the grade with the Coordinator
3. If the issue is unresolved, review the grade with the Chair of Health Sciences
Formal Appeal
If you are unable to resolve the matter through the informal resolution, then you may file an
appeal with the College. You may seek assistance from the Seneca Student Federation or the
Student Services Office
NOTE: When a student appeals, permission must be received from the Chair to audit his/her
classes until the Appeals Committee has made a decision. Students will not be allowed to attend
clinical or community placements during the appeal process.
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Graduation Requirements
All requirements of the program must be completed in a satisfactory and timely manner to be
considered for graduation:
 Theory Class (13)
 Lab Skills Class (3)
 Clinical Practice (5)
 General Education (5)
To meet graduation requirements, students who have a program interruption may be required to
take additional subjects and/or repeat subjects as deemed necessary by the academic/clinical
coordinator.
Diploma
To receive your diploma you must apply to graduate. Students must submit “request to Graduate”
form to the registrar at any campus. www.senecacollege.ca/registrar/convocation/
Convocation
Seneca convocation ceremonies take place twice per year, October and June. You will need to
apply to graduate. The Convocation link will include a schedule of ceremonies and guest
information. There is also information on graduation photos, rings, flowers and frames.
www.senecacollege.ca/registrar/convocation/
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Guidelines for Transfer and Readmission
Seneca College Practical Nursing Diploma - Full-time Program
Eligibility Criteria:
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Applicants must meet the ‘Admission Requirements’ as posted on the Practical Nursing
Program Calendar available at: www.senecac.on.ca/fulltime/PND.html
Applicants must have been students in a nursing program within the past 24 months.
Applicants must have one of the following:
o Grade of C or greater in all previously unsuccessful courses
o GPA of 3 or greater
o A semester of general arts program (or another college level program) with a GPA of 3
or greater
Application Process
Only complete applications will be considered
Step 1:
Transfer
Request
If you were a previous Seneca Full-Time PND or BScN student within 1 semester – Complete and
submit a Transfer Request for Current Day Students Form.
OR
All other applicants must apply through OCAS
You can call the OCAS customer service line at 1-888-892-2228 to apply as a transfer
student
Provide the customer service representative the semester you are wishing to transfer into
and name of the Authorizing Admissions Officer– Catherine Dawson
Select the semester that you are currently in. The admission committee will determine
the courses that will need to be completed.
Step 2:
Document
Submission
1. Submit following documents:
a. 1.Letter of Consideration - how you meet the eligibility criteria; comment on the reasons for
requesting a transfer to Seneca Full-Time Program; any extenuating circumstances that
contributed to your situation; the strategies that you have and will continue to implement
for ongoing success
b. 2. Syllabus from EVERY successfully completed Practical Nursing course including schedule
and weekly learning objectives **ONLY REQUIRED for courses taken outside of Seneca.
c. 3. Last Clinical Evaluation -ALL secondary and post-secondary education
2. Mail or Email your application to the PND Admissions Adviser:
Catherine Dawson c/o Admissions King Campus
Seneca College; 13990 Dufferin St. | King City, ON | L7B 1B3
[email protected]
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3 DUE DATES: Complete application needs to be submitted by the following dates:
June 1st for fall admission
October 1st for winter admission
March 1st for spring admission
Step 3 :
Notification
Students will be notified by letter of the final decision of the admissions committee
approximately 2 to 3 weeks after the application due date.
Additional Information
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The following conditions will not be considered for admission.
 withdrawn from a PND program twice
 unsuccessful in any two clinical courses
 been deemed unsafe in any clinical
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Students that have been withdrawn as a result of language comprehension and proficiency
must demonstrate they have been actively working on their language skills.
 Other criteria may be required based on the reason for withdrawal
 No fourth or fifth semester credits will be granted.
 Applications for readmission will be based on course availability
Successful applicants will be placed on academic probation – probation guidelines will be specified
on the acceptance letter.
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Regulatory Body/Professional Organization
College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
The College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) is the body responsible for regulating nursing in Ontario,
sets entry to practice requirements that nurses and practical nurses must meet to become
registered in Ontario. CNO’s mission is to regulate nursing in the public interest. Among CNO’s
entry to practice requirements are provisions specifically intended to enhance public safety.
Requisite Skills and Abilities for Nursing Practice in Ontario
CNO recognizes that meeting the entry-to-practice competencies requires certain skills and
abilities. Seven categories have been identified by CNO as capturing the components necessary for
nursing practice. They are:
1. Cognitive
2. Communication
3. Interpersonal
4. Behavioral
5. Psycho-motor
6. Sensory
7. Environmental
Entry to Practice
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These provisions require that applicants for registration in Ontario must:
not have been found guilty of a criminal offence or an offence under the Narcotic Control
Act (Canada) or the Food and Drugs Act (Canada);
not have been the subject of a finding of professional misconduct, incompetence or
incapacity, whether in Ontario or in another jurisdiction and whether in relation to the
nursing profession or another health profession;
not currently be the subject of proceedings for professional misconduct, incompetence or
incapacity, whether in Ontario or in another jurisdiction and whether in relation to the
nursing profession or another health profession; and
not suffer from a physical or mental condition or disorder that makes it desirable in the
public interest that he or she not practice nursing.
be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada or authorized under the
Immigration Act (Canada)
An applicant for registration who does not meet one or more of these requirements must
inform CNO and provide details about the incident or situation. The applicant will not
necessarily be refused registration because CNO’s Registration Committee will review
information about the incident or situation to determine if an exemption from the
requirement(s) will be granted. An applicant for registration, who does not inform CNO, may
have their application for registration cancelled, or any certificate of registration, which may be
issued, revoked.
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If you have any questions about these registration requirements, please contact CNO: Toronto:
416-928-0900; Toll Free: 1-800-387-5526 ext. 249: www.cno.org
College of Nurses Entry to Practice Examinations
Nursing graduates are registered by the College of Nurses of Ontario, the organizational body that
sets out professional standards and guidelines for practice. Violation of these regulations, such as
falsification of documentation, lack of respect of the client’s autonomy, deception, cheating during
written and practical examinations, breach of client confidence, misappropriation of property, and
misuse of drugs, may prevent an offending student from continuing in the Nursing Program.
Website: www.cno.org
Registration Examination
The registration examinations assess whether applicants possess the competencies required of
nurses upon entry into the profession.
Jurisprudence examination
The College’s jurisprudence examination assesses an applicant’s knowledge and understanding of
the laws, regulations, by-laws, practice standards and guidelines that govern the nursing profession
in Ontario.
Entry to practice competencies: Assumptions
In developing the competency statements the following assumptions were made:
1. Entry-level RPNs possess the knowledge required to demonstrate the wide range of
competencies in this document.
2. Entry-level RPNs are beginning practitioners whose level of autonomy and proficiency will
grow through collaboration and support from the interprofessional health care team.
3. Entry-level RPNs are prepared to practice safely, competently and ethically in situations of
health and illness with individuals across the lifespan.
4. Entry-level RPNs are prepared to practice safely, competently and ethically with individual
clients, families, groups and communities.
5. Entry-level RPNs’ practice decisions are client-specific and must take into account the
environment, the client’s circumstances and whether the client’s needs can be met by the
entry-level RPN.
6. Entry-level RPNs enter into practice with competencies that are transferable across diverse
practice settings.
7. Entry-level RPNs have a knowledge base in nursing, health and social sciences, ethics,
leadership and research.
8. Entry-level RPNs are committed to engaging in quality assurance practices, including
Reflective Practice.
9. Entry-level RPNs use critical thinking skills to support clinical decision-making and reflect upon
practice experiences.
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The entry-level RPN is accountable for:
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All client care she or he provides.
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All decisions about assigning care to other care providers.
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Knowing and recognizing her or his competence level (knowledge, skill and judgment) when
making decisions and providing care to clients. This includes making decisions to collaborate
or alter assignments when her or his competence level does not meet the client’s care
needs.
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Knowing and meeting the College’s standards of practice and entry-to-practice
competencies.
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Understanding the scope of practice/controlled acts model as documented in the Nursing
Act, 1991 and the Regulated Health Professions Act, 1991 (RHPA).
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Understanding the roles and responsibilities as documented in the practice setting in which
she or he is employed.
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Actively identifying and asking questions of self, colleagues (including members of the
interprofessional health care team) and clients.
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Applying a consistent framework to practice decision-making.
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The application of theory to practice via the use of critical thinking and problem-solving
skills consistent with the RPN’s educational preparation.
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Providing safe, competent and ethical nursing care.
College of Nurses (2011). Entry to practice competencies: For Ontario registered practical nurses.
Retrieved from http://www.cno.org/Global/docs/reg/41042_EntryPracRPN.pdf
Registered Practical Nursing Association of Ontario
All Health Sciences programs promote the benefits of personal involvement with professional
associations. Students should discuss association membership with faculty. Practical Nursing
students are eligible for student membership in the Registered Practical Nurses Association of
Ontario (RPNAO) on payment of an annual fee to the association. Students can join for $20 and
reap the benefits. Website: www.rpnao.org
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Clinical Practicum Experience
Clinical placement provides the necessary learning environment for students to apply their
theoretical knowledge and skills to actual patient care situations. Our Clinical supervisors,
preceptors, along with the interprofessional health care team will facilitate student learning.
Overview of Practicum Placements
Clinical days are Thursday/Friday each week.
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PNC220 practicum = 10 hours per week for 12 weeks.
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PNC520 Consolidation Experience requires the student to work with the preceptor and
match their work schedule for the semester. Days/hours will vary.
Practicum Hours
Clinical practicum hours may vary. Shifts generally begin at 0700.
Some practicum placements may be scheduled for the afternoon, or consolidated into one 10-hour
or 12-hour day per week. Students are placed in groups of 6-8 with one clinical supervisor.
Students are expected to arrive and be prepared for clinical practice 15 minutes before the
beginning of the shift.
Practicum Locations
Practicum placements are located throughout the greater Toronto area (GTA). Clinical locations
vary from semester to semester. Student preference is considered, not guaranteed. Students are
not permitted to negotiate their own clinical placements. Travel is required, and may be ex
Transportation
Students are responsible for adequate transportation and parking to and from all clinical
placements. The clinical office is not responsible to arrange for or accommodate student
transportation needs.
Personal Appearance and Professional Conduct:
The College of Nurses of Ontario has developed Professional Standards for all nurses to follow. The
Seneca College nursing faculty affirms these standards and expects all nursing students follow
these standards to guide their professional conduct.
General Guidelines
 Hair must be neat and above the collar, long hair must tied back and not fall forward.
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Unscented hygiene products only. (No perfume/cologne).
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Nails should be trimmed short and clean. No artificial nails permitted.
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Jewelry is limited to a plain wedding band, a watch with a second hand and one pair of
small single posts earrings. For safety reasons, earrings that dangle are inappropriate.
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OneCard Seneca ID/clinical placement ID must be visible at all times
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Shoes must be flat with closed toe and heel, white and impermeable to fluids (no mesh or
nylon)
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Official Seneca Uniform. Uniforms are purchased at Mark’s Work Wearhouse with a
voucher.
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MWW Uniform Authorization Voucher – located in Clinical Appendixes.
Uniform must be clean, pressed and well fitting.
Appropriate use of Hand Held Devices in Clinical
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Use of hand held devices is regulated by agency policies and overrides Seneca College
Guidelines
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The device will be concealed at all times when not being used for research or calculations
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The device will not be used in the presence of any client or family member
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The camera will not be accessed at any time while in the clinical agency
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No texting, email, or communication of any type while in the practicum setting
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Students must sanitize their device with an antibacterial wipe in accordance with basic
universal precaution standards
Documentation
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Seneca College Practical Nursing Students are required to use the following format for
documentation on the patient medical record: First initial, last name SCPNS
Example: S. Jones SCPNS
Memo of Concern
A memo of concern may be issued if behaviour has been identified that places a student at risk of
not being successful in the clinical course. The behaviours that may result in a Memo of Concern
may include, but are not limited to the following:
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Unable to apply theoretical knowledge to clinical practice
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Unable to provide rationale for patient care
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Inaccurate or incomplete documentation
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Inability to organize and provide care in a reasonable time frame
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Failure to report assessment/intervention data to clinical supervisor/staff nurse
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Unaware of own limitations
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Not accepting responsibility for own actions
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Language comprehension that may jeopardize patient care
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Ineffective communication with patient/staff or clinical supervisor
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Lacks professionalism and understanding of what is appropriate workplace behaviour
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Absenteeism/lateness
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Memo of Concern Process
When a memo of concern is issued, the student will develop a collaborative success plan with the
assistance of the clinical supervisor, clinical student advisor and/or clinical coordinator as required.
A copy will be forwarded to the clinical coordinator.
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Unsafe Clinical Practice
If a student demonstrates unsafe and/or unprofessional behavior that causes a potential or actual
threat to the client’s physical or emotional well-being, the student will be removed immediately
from the clinical setting. Unsafe clinical practice can be one substantive event or a pattern of
recurring behaviours.
The behaviours that may result in Unsafe Clinical Practice may include, but are not limited to the
following:
Caring and
Competency
Caring and
Connectedness
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Caring and
Critical
Thinking
Caring and
Professionalism
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Inadequate or incomplete documentation and record keeping
Inability to recognize situations where own competency level is lacking and seek assistance
Inadequate preparation for client care
Inadequate knowledge base
Inconsistent/inaccurate client assessment and care
Failure to report client information (condition/status) to clinical supervisor and agency
staff in a time sensitive manner
Failure to establish effective working relationships with peers, clinical supervisor, and/or
health team members in providing client care
Language comprehension concerns that may jeopardize client care/safety.
Demonstrates poor clinical judgment: performs outside scope of practice; poor clinical
decision-making
Inability to apply concepts/theory in practice
Inability to set priorities/organize care at level of complexity expected for semester level
Evidence of impaired judgment due to psychological distress, drugs, alcohol, lack of sleep
Abusive conduct: willful or unintentional acts toward clients, peers, staff, or clinical
supervisor that cause or may cause physical or emotional harm. Abusive conduct may
include physical/non-physical, verbal/non-verbal behaviors and neglect. Such behaviors
or remarks include but are not limited to sarcasm, swearing, racial slurs, teasing and the
use of inappropriate tone of voice (CNO, 2005)
Theft: from clinical agency, client, colleagues; (misappropriation of
drugs/equipment/supplies)
Dishonesty: failure to accept responsibility for one’s own actions, withholds
information/conceals errors or acts of omission in client care; falsification of client
records, patient experiences, or nursing actions
Failure to maintain confidentiality of client information
Misrepresentation: it is the responsibility of the individual student to represent the truth
about his/her qualifications and abilities to clients and staff. Performing a procedure or
providing care without the required knowledge, competence, or supervision (i.e. clinical
educator or designate) jeopardizes client safety.
Failure to comply with institutional policy
Failure to comply with clinical supervisors directions
Failure to change practice/behaviors in response to feedback
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Unsafe Clinical Practice Process
 The clinical supervisor will identify and discuss potentially unsafe practice with student.
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The clinical supervisor will remove student from clinical setting. The student will remain out of
the clinical setting until the completion and determination of the unsafe hearing.
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Notify the clinical coordinator on the date the student is identified as potentially unsafe.
Discuss with the clinical coordinator the behavior(s) of concern and prepare specific and
relevant documentation/evidence to support the identified unsafe practice. Date and sign the
document.
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Provide the student and clinical coordinator with a copy of the documentation/unsafe report.
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The clinical coordinator will provide a copy to the Program Chair.
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An ad hoc committee will be appointed by the Program Chair and will include (a) the Clinical
Coordinator (Resource Member), (b) the Clinical Supervisor (Resource Member), and (c) three
Voting Members (faculty who were not involved with the student). At least one voting faculty
member of the committee will be from an outside discipline.
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The Program Chair will inform the student of the right to attend the scheduled unsafe hearing.
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The student will be notified of the committee’s decision within 48 hours of the hearing.
Possible Outcomes of an Unsafe Hearing
 Return to the clinical setting within the parameters of a signed performance contract as
outlined by the review committee.
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Removal of the student from the clinical placement for the duration of the semester. The
student will receive an unsatisfactory grade and be placed on academic probation. The student
may be required to attend counseling, complete specific remediation and demonstrate
behaviors that address the issues identified before they will be permitted to repeat the clinical
course.
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If the student has a previous unsatisfactory grade in any clinical course and is found to have
demonstrated unsafe clinical practice in the current clinical course, the student will be
withdrawn from the program.
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Pursuant to academic policy section 13.2, the student may be withdrawn from the program.
The basis for mandatory withdrawal may be student behavior, absenteeism, and/or
performance issues where one or all of these concerns are detrimental to the learning process,
disruptive to the aims and objectives of the College, or an actual threat to the client’s physical
or emotional well-being. Withdrawal may also result if the behavior(s) constitute professional
misconduct as identified by the College of Nurses of Ontario.
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In the event a student withdraws from the clinical course and/or program, the unsafe hearing
will proceed. Students may not be eligible for readmission to the program if unsafe clinical
practice is determined.
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Practice Lab Information
Professional Responsibility
The Nursing Practice Lab is a simulated clinical environment. The lab is designed to give the student
an opportunity to study, practice, develop competency and demonstrate proficiency in selected
skills. Students are expected to be prepared and arrive on time. Faculty and lab technicians will
assist students with their learning. Personal belongings other than those essential for lab practice
must be left in student lockers.
Lab Dress Code
Nursing scrubs uniform, solid colored, with matching top and bottom.
Clean running shoes.
Lab Supplies
The following is a list of required supplies:
First Semester
 Watch with sweep second hand or second counter
 Stethoscope
 Clean running shoes
 Recommended: Blood Pressure Cuff for at home practice.
Second Semester
 Nursing Skills Lab Kit – Information regarding purchasing will be provided in PNL110
 Medical pen light (preferably with pupil gauge sizes on outside)
Practice Lab
The practice lab at King is located in Room GH 1160. It has manikins and equipment for use by
students. Peer may be available to assist students with questions and skills practice. Students are
strongly encouraged to use the practice lab every week for additional practice, as this has been
shown to improve student success.
Infection Control and Safety in the Lab
Students are expected to protect themselves and others from injury or infection through the use of
Standard Precautions. Wash your hands or use hand-cleansing products before coming to the lab.
Following the dress code is essential to personal safety. Safe use of equipment and proper body
mechanics is essential.
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Clinical/Practicum Guidelines – Absenteeism in Clinical Setting
Introduction
Attendance in clinical is an expectation of Seneca College’s Nursing programs. Missed
clinical/practicum time may jeopardize the student’s ability to successfully achieve the learning
outcomes in the clinical course.
Clinical/practicum supervisors are encouraged to seek advice and support from the Clinical
Coordinator when addressing student absenteeism. The following process provides guidance for
dealing with student and educator absences from the clinical/practicum setting.
Student Absences
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Students are responsible to inform the clinical supervisor and hospital/agency unit of any
absences in a timely manner.
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In cases of illness, students will provide a doctor’s certificate or other appropriate
documentation to ensure a healthy return to the clinical setting.
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Missed clinical/practicum hours cannot be made up on the hospital/agency unit.
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Collaboration between the clinical supervisor and student is required to address missed
clinical/practicum hours. This includes discussions on plans and strategies to address the
absence.
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Examples of plans and strategies to address missed hours include referral to the Skills
Practice Lab, the Student Resource Centre, and/or additional assignments or research.
Clinical supervisors are encouraged to contact the Clinical Coordinator to develop these
plans as appropriate.
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A Memo of Concern may be issued after two missed clinical/practicum days. This includes a
Collaborative Success Plan prepared by the student and supervisor to address the issue.
Copies of the Memo of Concern and Collaborative Success Plan will be forwarded to the
Clinical Coordinator.
Clinical Supervisor Absences
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Clinical supervisors are responsible to inform the students, hospital/agency unit, and the
College (Clinical Coordinator, Program Manager, and School of Health Sciences Chair) of any
absences from the clinical/practicum setting in a timely manner. Clinical supervisors should
contact the Clinical Coordinator to discuss strategies to address any missed hours.
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Clinical/Practicum Guidelines for Medication Administration
The following guidelines are recommended to promote safety in medication administration.
Supervisors and students must be fully aware of agency polices regarding medication
administration.
Clinical supervisors will determine the number of students that they can safely supervise for
medication administration. They will also ensure an appropriate environment to administer
medications safely. This includes allowing sufficient time for the designated students to review and
research the medications prior to administration. Medication administration is not an expectation
of PNC220
Recommended Guidelines for Students Administering Medications
 Students are directly supervised and supported by the clinical supervisor during all phases of
medication administration. (Preparation to administration)
 The student must demonstrate knowledge of the patient’s medication(s), and the nursing
considerations before, during and after medication administration
 The student will obtain consent from the client.
 The student will demonstrate infection control practices during medication administration.
 The student will evaluate required patient information, such as pertinent lab results, and any
diagnostic tests that may affect medication administration.
 The student will assess relevant vital signs before and after medication administration.
 The student will document the medication administration and any health teaching completed
 The student will assess the patient's response to the medications; report and document any
abnormal observations.
1. Supervisor and student will review patient’s Medication Administration Record and
prescriber’s orders prior to medication administration.
2. Supervisor and student discuss medications to be given/not given with the staff nurse. This
includes the ongoing communication between the student and the staff nurse.
3. Supervisor and student complete independent double checks on high alert medications with
staff nurse and as per agency policies. (heparin/insulin/narcotics)
4. Students are not to take responsibility for the narcotic keys, PCA pumps, Femoral Blocks,
PICC lines, central venous lines or TPN.
5. Students are not to perform any procedure that requires advanced training that is not
covered in the curriculum and/or requires training of nursing staff, such as IV Bolus and
Chemotherapeutic agents.
6. Students are not to sign for blood products; however, they can assist with the
administration and monitoring of the patient during the transfusion.
7. In the event of a medication error, immediate notification, agency policies and procedures
are followed. Required Hospital/College documentation is completed. This includes
notification to the Clinical Coordinator.
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Clinical/Practicum Guidelines for Requesting Shift Changes
Introduction
Seneca College has an established communication process with our clinical/practicum
partners/agencies. To facilitate this process, Seneca’s Clinical Placement Office is responsible for
requesting changes to shifts directly with our partners/agencies.
It is important that clinical supervisors do not independently negotiate shift changes to the
confirmed schedule. The confirmed schedule is based on many considerations from Seneca and
our agency partners including, safety, legal liability, WSIB, professional accountability and
pedagogical appropriateness.
Requests for shift changes will be reviewed on an individual basis, and decisions will be made
regarding the appropriateness of the proposed change. The following process should be followed
if/when requesting a shift change:
Process for Requesting Shift Changes
1. Clinical supervisors requesting shift changes must first contact Seneca’s Clinical Placement
Office regarding the request. Please provide a rationale for the request.
2. The students should be consulted prior to making any scheduling requests.
3. All students must be in agreement of the change in shift.
4. The Clinical Placement Office will contact the clinical supervisor if the change is approved by
the college and the partner/agency.
5. The clinical supervisor is responsible for communicating the change to the students (after
receiving confirmation from Seneca and the partner/agency).
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Supporting Clinical Documents
The following pages include resources, documents and forms to facilitate
the clinical practicum experience.
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Clinical Preparedness Permit (CPP)
Vulnerable Sector Screening Information
Client Data
Organizational Time Plan
Care Plan Template
Health Assessment Form
Neurological Flow Sheet
Diagnosis Research
Diagnosis Record
Medication Research
Medication Record
Memo of Concern
Student Collaborative Success Plan
Clinical Practice Self Evaluation
Supporting Student Learning
Giving Constructive Feedback
Uniform Voucher for Marks Work Wearhouse
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Practical Nursing Diploma (PND)
Clinical Preparedness Permit (CPP)
Last Name
First Name
Student ID Number
Date of Birth (DD/MM/YYYY)
Seneca Email Address
Program Start Date (DD/MM/YYYY)
Contact Number(s)
Students are required to
1. Keep this permit up to date and current at all times
2. Have an authorized health care provider sign-off and provide the appropriate lab
report(s) to support the immunization record
3. Present this permit and original documents for review each semester
4. Make sure the permit is available to present if requested at the clinical site
5. Make a photocopy of this permit after each update and store original in a safe place
Requirement
Base-line Two-step Mantoux Skin
Test
One-step Mantoux Skin Test
Immunizations and Titres
Flu Vaccination
Level HCP CPR
Standard First Aid
Vulnerable Sector Police Check
Respirator Mask Fit Test
Worker Safety Certification
Upon Entry
x
Every Year
Every 2 years
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
It is the responsibility of the student to keep this form and associated documents for
placement purposes.
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CPP Medical Requirements
Tetanus/Diphtheria(TD)/Pertussis
Influenza (Flu Shot)
Date of last Tetanus
Date Received
Health Care
Provider Signature
Date Primary Series
Completed
Date of TD Booster
Date of Adacel
Health Care
Provider Signature
Polio
Hepatitis B Immunity (students must
have the first 2 doses to enter into
clinical)
Date Primary Series
Completed
OR
1st Vaccination Date
Date Of Last Booster
2nd Vaccination Date
Health Care
Provider Signature
3rd Vaccination Date
Booster (Optional)
MMR
Lab Reports are Mandatory
Born in Canada
Before 1970
Immune  Yes
OR
Varicella (Chicken Pox)
MMR Vaccine Date
Given (Dose 2)
Assumed: Has Had
OR
Immune
Measles  Yes
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No
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Indeterminate
 Yes
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No
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Indeterminate
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No
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Indeterminate
 Yes
 Yes
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No
OR
Lab Reports
Rubella
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Indeterminate
Health Care
Provider Signature
MMR Vaccine Date
Given (Dose 1)
Mumps
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No
Health Care
Provider Signature
Varicella Vaccine
Date Given (dose 1)
Varicella Vaccine
Date Given (dose 2)
Varicella Booster
(Optional)
OR
Lab Reports
Immune  Yes
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No
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Indeterminate
Health Care
Provider Signature
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Tuberculosis Screening
Please indicate any living, travel or work history in which you may have been at risk
for tuberculosis______________________________________________
Baseline Two Step Mantoux Skin Test
Date Given
Date Read
Induration (mm)
Step 1
Step 2
Health Care Provider Signature
Annual One Step Mantoux Skin Test
Date Given
Date Read 48-72h
from testing
Induration (mm)
Health Care Provider
Signature
If a student has a documented positive screening they should not receive further
Mantoux testing.
If a student has a documented positive screening we require:
 a copy of a chest x-ray report (required every two years)
 a yearly doctor’s note stating that the “student is free from signs and symptoms
of active tuberculosis”. Please feel free to use the lines below.
Chest X-ray Date
Result
[print student name here]
_____________________________
is free from signs and symptoms of active TB.
Health Care Provider Signature x
Date
_____________________________
x
Chest X-ray Date
Date
Result
_____________________________
Health Care Provider Signature x
Date
_____________________________
x
Date
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To be completed by Health Care Provider(s)
Name
(Please Print)
Address
Official Health Care Provider
Stamp
Telephone
Signature
Date
Name
(Please Print)
Address
Official Health Care Provider
Stamp
Telephone
Signature
Date
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CPP Non-Medical Requirements
To be completed by student
Vulnerable Sector Police Record Check (Required Annually)
Prior to having direct contact with patients and other vulnerable
persons, community agencies and hospitals require a
satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Record Check. The police
check must be renewed every year. Please note that
depending on the service used this process may take up to 12
weeks or more, so be sure to apply early.
Students are required to carry their police check to the clinical
area. A representative in the agency may ask to see that you
have a valid Police Check at any time.
CPR level HCP
(Required Annually)
The School of Nursing requires a
minimum re-certificate for CPR-HCP
every year regardless of the expiry
date on the card.
Continuing Education Part Time
Studies at Seneca College offer this
course https://www.senecac.on.ca/ce/
Standard First Aid
(Required upon entry into program)
Respirator Mask Fit Testing (Required
Every Two Years)
Students are required to be fit tested for
an N95 respirator. Re-fitting must be
done every two years.
Company
Course
Level
Company
N95 Type
Date of Issue
Date of Issue
Date of issue
Size
Ministry of Labour’s Worker Health and Safety Awareness
Certification
Please see page 10 of this document for instructions on how to
obtain this certification.
Date of Issue
Date of issue
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Why do I need to have an up-to-date Immunization Record?
Ontario legislation specifies certain surveillance requirements for those entering into a
practice setting. The Nursing Program policy was developed in accordance with the
Public Hospitals Act and is based on the Canadian Immunization Guide 7 th Edition and
Canadian TB Standards.
Therefore, specified immunization information must be submitted.
The process is necessary to ensure that those working within health care or other
facilities are free from or protected against communicable and infectious diseases.
The completion of this information is NOT optional; it is required information to confirm
the student’s practicum placement.
Please ensure that you have this information (the shaded areas) completed by
your health care provider (Nurse Practitioner, Medical Physician, or Registered
Nurse).
Copies of lab results for specified diseases must be presented with this Permit.
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Instructions and Additional Information
Tetanus/Diptheria/Pertussis
A Tetanus/Diphtheria booster within the last 10 years is required.
Current recommendations now suggest a dose of Adacel be administered if a TD booster has not been
administered within the last ten years. Adacel includes protection against pertussis as well as Tetanus
and diphtheria. There is a cost associated with receiving Adacel (approx. $35 per adult).
Tetanus (Lock Jaw) is caused by bacteria and spores in the soil, which can infect wounds and causes
painful muscle spasms, breathing failure and death.
Diphtheria is a bacterial infection that can cause breathing problems, heart failure, paralysis and death.
Pertussis (Whooping Cough) is a bacterial disease with whooping inspirations and coughing followed by
vomitting. Adolescents and adults with untreated pertussis are the most common source of infection for
young unimmunized or partially immunized infants.
Polio
If previously unimmunized 3 doses are recommended.
Dose #1: immediately
Dose #2: 4-8 weeks after dose #1
Dose #3: 6-12 months after dose #2
Polio (Poliomyelitis) is a viral disease affecting nerve cells in the spinal cord, and causes paralysis,
inflammation of the brain and death.
MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)
If a student is born in Canada prior to 1970, immunity to measles, mumps and rubella can be assumed.
If a student is born after 1970 they can provide:
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evidence of vaccination with two doses of MMR ( one month apart after one year of age)
OR
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lab results (titers) which show immunity to measles, mumps and rubella
***If lab titers show that the student is not immune to any/all of the diseases, advice from a healthcare
provider is recommended, a booster dose may be required. ***
Measles is a viral disease resulting in rash, high fever, cough, runny nose and watery eyes. It also leads
to middle ear infection, pneumonia (lung infection) and inflammation of the brain, hearing loss, brain
damage and death.
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Mumps is a viral disease resulting in fever, headache, earache, painful swelling of the glands in the mouth
and neck and can cause inflammation of the brain. It can also cause temporary and permanent deafness,
as well as swelling of the ovaries in women and testes in men, possibly leading to sterility.
Rubella (German Measles) is a viral disease resulting in fever, rash, and swelling of the neck glands and
painful swelling of the joints. It can also cause bruising and bleeding. If a pregnant woman acquires
rubella, it is very dangerous for the unborn baby.
Influenza
Clinical Agencies require that students receive annual influenza immunization.
In the event of an influenza outbreak at a clinical agency, all students without the vaccination will
not be permitted to attend clinical practice. Absence from clinical practice places the student at
risk of not meeting the required competencies.
Influenza is a viral infection of the nose, throat and lungs and causes cough, high fever chills, headaches
and muscle pain. Influenza is highly contagious and can be life-threatening. The severity of this infection
varies from year to year depending on the strain. Anyone over 6 months of age can get the vaccine each
year.
Hepatitis B
Students previously immunized for Hepatitis B must submit hepatitis B titers to document immunity.
Students not previously immunized, must obtain immunization. Please consult with your Health care
provider (HCP).
Recommended schedule:
Dose #1: immediately
Dose #2: 30 days after dose #1
Dose #3: 5 months after dose #2
Hep B lab report proving immunity must be provided. This may be done as early as one month after final
dose.
***Students may enter clinical practice after receiving 2 doses of Hepatitis B***
For non-responders, additional doses, up to another complete series of three can be done, with testing for
response after each dose. Persons who fail to respond to three additional doses of vaccine are unlikely to
benefit from further immunization. Seek advice from health Care provider. A Seneca college waiver will
be required for all students that are non-responders.
Hepatitis B is a viral disease that can cause serious liver problems such as liver failure and liver cancer.
The vaccine is free to Grade 7 students. In Ontario and since 2000 has been a two-dose schedule.
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Students are required to show immunity to Varicella by evidence of: having had the disease, immunization
records, or lab titers.
It is a viral disease resulting in scarring of the skin, skin infections, pneumonia, inflammation of the brain
and death. It can also cause “shingles” a painful rash later in life.
Tuberculosis (TB)
1. Documentation of a Base-line Two Step Mantoux skin test is required for all students.
2. One step Mantoux skin testing is required annually for all students with a documented negative
two step Mantoux skin test in the last 12 months.
3. Students with a previously documented positive Mantoux test should not receive further Mantoux
testing.
4. ***For any student that tests positive for the first time:***
a) Student must: Include results of the positive Mantoux screening (mm of duration).
b) Student must: Obtain a chest x-ray and include the report with this document.
c) Student must: Include a note from the HCP must be written that states the student is free from signs
and symptoms of active tuberculosis. (TB).
d) The responsibility for follow-up lies with the physician as per OHA/OMA Communicable Disease
Surveillance Protocols.
Special Considerations:
Students who have received a BCG vaccination are not exempt from Mantoux testing.
Mantoux testing should be completed on same day or 4-6 weeks after administration of a live vaccine
including oral polio, MMR, yellow fever, polio and cholera
As per Motherrisk at the Hospital for Sick Children: there is no contraindication for Mantoux testing in
pregnant females. Students are encouraged to seek advice from a HCP.
Tuberculosis Is an infectious disease spread through air by coughing, sneezing or spitting. Classic
symptoms are a chronic cough with blood-tinged sputum, fever, night sweats and weight loss.
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Vulnerable Sector Screen/ Police Record Check
Police Record Checks are available through your local police service only.
The Toronto Police and the OPP require a particular form/letter form the College. These forms/letters
are not available electronically. King Campus students should visit the Clinical Practicum Office in
room GH1110 to request the form/letter. You must bring your Seneca OneCard. Yorkgate Campus
students may email [email protected] to make alternative arrangements.
Applicants who apply for registration with the College of Nurses require a Canadian Police Information
Centre Criminal Record Synopsis as part of the registration process. The CPIC check gives evidence that
an applicant has met the requirement of registration related to good character and suitability to practice. In
the event that the applicant has a criminal record they will not be permitted to write the provincial exam
and thus not become a certified professional. If the applicant has a criminal record or obtains a criminal
record during undergraduate education it is highly recommended that a pardon be obtained.
Ministry of Labour’s Worker Health and Safety Awareness Certification
This certification is available on the Ministry of Labour website via a free eLearning module. Students
must access the eLearning module from any computer (home for instance), complete the training and
print the certificate of completion. It is crucial you print your own certificate at the time of completion
because the Ministry does not maintain a database. It is also worth pointing out that you need to complete
the module in a single sitting, it is not possible to stop part way through and resume at a later time/date.
The website indicates that the module takes 45-60 minutes to complete.
Helpful hint: the module is a one-time requirement, with no expiration date as of yet, so be sure to keep a
copy for your records.
To access the eLearning module
1. Use a computer with audio and a printer (you are welcome to use a computer in the King computer
lab. The people at the service desk can provide you with headphones)
2. Visit this website:
http://www.labour.gov.on.ca/english/hs/training/workers.php
3. Click the link titled “Access the eLearning Module”
4. Complete the eLearning module
5. Print your certificate of completion
6. Keep your printed certificate of completion with your CPP and bring it to clinical on your first day
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How to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS):
Nursing students need to obtain a Police Clearance Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS)
for entry into clinical practice. As per RCMP policy, students must apply though their local police region.
Application processes vary by region. Please click on your region below for region specific instructions.
Durham Region
Halton Region
Hamilton Region London Region Metro Toronto
Niagara Region Ontario Provincial Police Region
Peel Region
York Region
Nursing students who live in Durham Region will need to complete a Durham Region Police Vulnerable Sector
Check. The following are instructions on how to apply.
1. Click here to visit the Police Record Checks information webpage provided by the Durham Regional Police
Service. Alternatively, you can navigate there by starting on their main site http://www.drps.ca. 2. Carefully read and follow the detailed instructions they provide. Be sure to apply for a Vulnerable Sector
Check. The most current processing time is listed on their website (please see link above). 3. If you need a volunteer letter and are a King Campus student, you may request one in-person from the
Clinical Practicum Office in room GH1110. Our regular office hours are Monday to Friday 9:00A.M. 4:00P.M. Ensure you bring your Seneca OneCard. If you need a volunteer letter and you are a
Yorkgate Campus student (or a King Camps student in a unique situation), you may email
[email protected] from your MySeneca email account and request to have the letter
mailed to your home address. Be sure to include; your full name, student number, program, campus
and preferred mailing address. Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology
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Client Data
Client
Initials:
Admission
date:
Primary Diagnosis:
Age/DOB:
Discharge
Date/Plan:
Marital
Status:
Physician:
Allergies:
Nurse:
Secondary Diagnosis:
Past Medical History:
First Language:
Item
Day 1
Day 2
Vital Signs
(Ordered frequency)
Hygiene/ADL’s
(Independent, Partial assist, total care)
Ordered Diet
(NPO, Clear, Regular, GT feeds, Schedule)
Output
(Continent, foley, drains, NG, ostomy)
IV Therapy
(Solution, rate, site)
Mobility/Activity
(Bedrest, w/c, walker, lift, fall risk)
Treatments
(Oxygen, Trach, wounds, drains, dressings)
Lab/Diagnostics:
(CBC, electrolytes, CXR)
New MD Orders:
Previous shift report:
End of shift report
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Clinical Organization/Time Plan
Student:
Time
0700
Assessments/ Plan
Date:
Findings/Interventions
0730
0800
0830
0900
0930
1000
1030
1100
1130
1200
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Care Plan Template
Nursing Diagnosis (NANDA):
Assessment
(Assessment findings + list of
Assessments yet to be done)
Expected
Interventions
Outcomes/Goals (Nursing Activities)
(Short & long term)
Rationale
Evaluation
(Reasons why each intervention is
expected to work – connection to
theory, cited)
(Expected Outcomes
achieved? Not achieved?
What next?)
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Health Assessment
Day 1
Day 2
Neurological
Alert & oriented X3, coordination, sensation
to limbs, able to communicate verbally,
vision & hearing.
Pain Status, Sleep and Rest
0-10, quality, quantity, radiates, severity,
timing, onset, alleviating/aggravating
factors, last pain medication and effect,
sleep pattern
Cardiovascular
Auscultate apical pulse for rate & rhythm,
auscultate over heart valves with diaphragm
& bell, capillary refill, peripheral edema,
peripheral pulses - strong and equal
Respiratory
Easy & non-laboured, auscultate all lung
fields - breath sounds? Adventitious sounds?
O2 Saturation, rate.
Gastrointestinal
Diet, ability to eat, umbilicus, abdominal
pulsations, bowel sounds , light palpation –
soft & non-tender, last BM
Genitourinary
Ability to void, continence/incontinence,
urine assessment (clear, pale, odourless,
discomfort, amount)
Musculoskeletal
Full ROM (describe specifics of anything less
than full ROM), strength in all limbs, any
weakness, paralysis or joint stiffness, able to
ambulate independently
Integumentary
Colour, temp, moisture, diaphoretic, lesions,
wounds, scar Skin Turgor, Braden scale
(sensory perception, moisture, activity,
mobility, nutrition, friction & shear)
Psychosocial
Social Work, Hobbies, family involvement,
other activities, their life prior to admission,
developmental history, current support
systems, grief issues, evidence of emotional
distress or concerns.
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Diagnosis Research
MEDICAL DIAGNOSIS:
Medical Diagnosis (Overview of disease and cause):
Clinical Manifestations (signs and symptoms):
Associated lab values and diagnostic tests including normal values:
Medical/Surgical Interventions prescribed by the physician:
Implications for Nursing
Nursing assessments needed (physical, psychological, social, spiritual, economic):
Common nursing diagnoses (NANDA):
Nursing interventions for holistic care (include client/family teaching)
Reference:
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Diagnosis Record
Diagnosis
Overview of Disease & Cause
Expected Meds/Treatments Nursing Implications
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Medication Research
Drug – Generic Name, Trade Name, Classification
Action:
Dosage and Routes:
Side Effects:
Contraindications and Precautions:
Pharmacokinetics:
Interactions:
Nursing Considerations/ Teaching:
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Medication Record
Medication Record
Drug Name, Classification
Standard
Dose, Route &
Frequency
Standard
Uses
Why is client
taking this
medication
Ordered
Dose, Route
& Frequency
Most Common
Side Effects
Nursing
Considerations
Patient Teaching
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Memo of Concern
Student: __________________________________PNC220/320/420/520 (circle one)
Clinical Educator__________________________ Agency______________________
Date:____________________________________ Unit________________________
Educator`s perception of the current behaviour/situation:
Students perception of the current behaviour/situation:
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Student Collaborative Success Plan
Goals
Student signature:
Educator signature:
Strategies
Progress Review
Date
_____________________________________________
_____________________________________________
Please forward to the clinical coordinator.
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Clinical Practice Student Self Evaluation
Name:
Date:
Course:
Include specific examples of your own behaviours and skills that demonstrate your
application of the Nursing Practice Concepts.
COMPETENCY:
CONNECTEDNESS:
HEALTH AND HEALING
CRITICAL THINKING:
PROFESSIONALISM:
AREAS FOR GROWTH:
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Supporting Student Learning

Encourage students to be proactive in identifying and maximizing valuable learning opportunities that are
in the clinical setting.

What do I want to learn (objective)?

Why do I want to learn it (rationale)?

How am I going to learn it (strategy)?

Developing objectives for clinical experiences allows for focus and provides structure and direction for
learning.

Main goal in clinical is to link theory to practice which will develop the student’s knowledge and skills as it
applies to clinically relevant situations.

A briefing session (pre conference) with students at the beginning of the clinical day provides the
opportunity to discuss expectations and plan of care.

Planned debriefing sessions (post conference) provide an opportunity for students to reflect and share
their clinical learning.

As learners, students are not expected to be competent in nursing practice. It is important that they are
carefully monitored and supervised.

In order to develop the competencies expected of them as a practical nurse, students require
opportunities to make judgments and decisions with your support.
Student Assessment
Student assessment is the responsibility of the clinical supervisor
Clinical supervisor provides focused weekly written feedback to each student.
Clinical supervisor completes Midterm and Final evaluations.
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Giving Constructive Feedback

Offer your feedback with care. Begin by asking if you can provide some feedback. Make sure it is an
appropriate time.

Make your feedback specific. The receiver cannot learn from your feedback if you just label them, for
example, ‘inconsiderate.’ Instead provide an example such as, ‘When you took Mr. Jones to the
bathroom and his gown was not tied up properly, I noticed the other patients looking very
uncomfortable. Would you be able to make sure the patients are covered next time?’

Ensure your feedback is given at the right time. Do not delay giving the feedback, as the event is not
always remembered. For example, if a student was on their final week of placement and you wanted to
offer feedback on an event that took place in their first week, you have probably missed your chance
to give effective feedback.

Advice must be easy to put into practice. Feedback is most useful when behaviour is modifiable. It
would not be helpful to hear from the preceptor that the student was too small in stature to carry out
the task Instead it would be helpful to say, ‘When you performed that clinical skill, it looked like you
couldn’t reach the patient easily. Have you thought about lowering the bed to a more suitable height?’

Always prepare what you want to say. Giving constructive feedback is not easy so make sure you take
the time to be clear with what you want to say making sure it is specific and given at the right time.

Choose your location wisely. Receiving feedback in front of other team members can be embarrassing
and the receiver will often shut out the advice you are trying to give them. Take the time to think about
where it would be appropriate to offer your feedback as you may wish for some privacy.

Always allow the student to respond to your feedback. To ensure that the student has understood
what you are saying, would like further comments from you or if they wish to explain themselves allow
them the opportunity to respond.
Adapted from Attitude Works http://www.attitudeworks.com.au/AW_downloads/resources/tools/tool_feedback.pdf)
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