North Greenville University Department of PA Medicine. Student Policy Handbook V1.03 (Related ARC- PA Standards include A3.

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1 North Greenville University Department of PA Medicine Student Policy Handbook V1.03 (Related ARC- PA Standards include A3.0 Operations) Updated (All previous versions are archived and are obsolete) Page 1 of 109

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS PREFACE (A3.01; A3.02; A3.13) EXPECTATIONS CONTACT INFORMATION PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS (AAPA) STUDENT ACADEMY OF THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS (SAAAPA) SOUTH CAROLINA ACADEMY OF PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS (SCAPA) ARTICLE 1.0 STRUCTURE AND HIERARCHY ARTICLE 2.0 MISSION & GOALS DEPARTMENT OF PA MEDICINE MISSION STATEMENT DEPARTMENT OF PA MEDICINE VISION STATEMENT DEPARTMENT OF PA MEDICINE CORE VALUES DEPARTMENT OF PA MEDICINE CORE GOALS ARTICLE 3.0 STUDENT EMPLOYMENT WHILE ENROLLED IN THE PROGRAM NGU PA MEDICINE STUDENT EMPLOYMENT (A3.14H) STUDENTS WILL NOT WORK FOR THE PA PROGRAM (A3.04) STUDENT WILL NOT SUBSTITUTE AS FACULTY (A3.05) STUDENTS WILL NOT WORK AT CLERKSHIP ROTATION SITES (A3.06) ARTICLE 4.0 STUDENTS SOLICITING PRECEPTORS FOR CLERKSHIPS (A3.03) ARTICLE 5.0 REQUIREMENTS FOR MATRICULATION BACKGROUND SEARCH TEN PANEL URINE DRUG SCREEN MANDATORY HIPPA AND OSHA CERTIFICATION COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION Immunization History (A3.07) Hepatitis B Influenza Measles, Mumps, Rubella Diphtheria, Pertussis, and Tetanus Varicella Meningococcal Other Vaccines (travel related) Tuberculosis Screening Health Insurance Policy Documentation CPR Certification Signed Technical Standards Testament Form Observation Communication Motor Intellectual- Conceptual, Integrative and Quantitative Abilities Behavioral and Social Attributes Release Form for Immunizations, TB Screen, Drug Screen, and Background Status Other Requirements MAINTENANCE OF RECORDS AND CONFIDENTIALITY (A3.09; A3.21) ARTICLE 6.0 INFECTIOUS & ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS (A3.08) METHODS OF PREVENTION Page 2 of 109

3 6.1.1 Standard Precautions Hand hygiene Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Safe injection practices Safe handling of potentially contaminated surfaces or equipment Respiratory hygiene/cough etiquette POST EXPOSURE PROTOCOLS Immediate Action Notify Supervising Faculty Medical Evaluation POST EXPOSURE PROGRAM PARTICIPATION INSURANCE AND WORKMAN S COMPENSATION RECORDS RELATED TO INCIDENT ARTICLE 7.0 STUDENT HEALTH HEALTH INSURANCE HEALTH SERVICES (A3.09; A3.10) FACULTY NON- INVOLVEMENT IN STUDENT HEALTH (A3.09) REFERRAL RESOURCES AND PROCESS (A3.10) ARTICLE 8.0 STUDENT GRIEVANCE & APPEAL PROCESS (A3.11; A3.17D) ARTICLE 9.0 STUDENT ALLEGATIONS OF HARASSMENT (A3.11; A3.17G) SEXUAL HARASSMENT Definitions of Sexual Harassment Who can be Sexually Harassed? What you can do if you are Sexually Harassed Safeguards for Parties Involved Where to Go for Help SEXUAL ASSAULT HARASSMENT AND STALKING PHYSICAL ASSAULT ARTICLE 10.0 ARC- PA ACCREDITATION STATUS (A3.14A) ARTICLE 11.0 SUCCESS IN ACHIEVING PROGRAM GOALS (A3.14B) ARTICLE 12.0 NCCPA PANCE RATES FOR GRADUATING CLASSES (A3.14C) ARTICLE 13.0 COHORT ATTRITION RATE (A3.14) ARTICLE 14.0 PA MEDICINE COMPETENCIES & OUTCOMES PERFORM AND RECORD A COMPLETE AND ACCURATE MEDICAL HISTORY PERFORM A COMPLETE AND PROBLEM- FOCUSED PHYSICAL EXAMINATION ESTABLISH A WORKING DIAGNOSIS AND DIFFERENTIAL FOR NON- EMERGENT CONDITION/S ORDER, PERFORM AND INTERPRET DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES AND LAB TESTS IDENTIFY, DISCUSS, PERFORM, AND ORDER THERAPY AND TREATMENT RECOGNIZE LIFE- THREATENING CONDITIONS EFFECTIVELY COMMUNICATE WITH PATIENTS, FAMILIES, AND OTHER MEDICAL PERSONNEL DEMONSTRATE THE IMPACT HEALTH PROBLEMS HAVE ON INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES UTILIZE CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS THROUGH THE USE OF EVIDENCE- BASED MEDICINE ARTICULATE THE UNIQUE ROLE OF THE PA IN THE MEDICAL TEAM POSSESS A WORKING KNOWLEDGE OF THE AMERICAN HEALTH CARE SYSTEM EXHIBIT ETHICAL BEHAVIOR AND PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT Page 3 of 109

4 ARTICLE 15.0 CURRICULAR COMPONENTS & ACADEMIC CREDIT CURRICULUM SEQUENCE (A3.14D; A3.14E) Didactic (Preclinical) Phase (B1 Curriculum Box 1) Spring I- A (Five Weeks Long) Spring I- B (Twelve Weeks Long) Summer I (Eleven Weeks Long) Fall I- A (Twelve Weeks Long) Fall I- B (Five Weeks Long) Fall I- C (One Week Long) Clinical Phase (B1 Curriculum Box 1) Summative Phase (B1 Curriculum Box 1) COURSE DESCRIPTIONS Spring I- A Pre- Clinical DPAM5100 (1 SH) Fundamentals of the PA Profession DPAM5102 (1 SH) Health Care Policy DPAM5104 (1 SH) Health Care Ethics DPAM5106 (1 SH) Research and Evidence Based Medicine DPAM5108 (1 SH) Population Health DPAM5140 (1 SH) Introduction to Pharmacology DPAM5109 (1 SH) Functional and Preventive Medicine Spring I- B Pre- Clinical DPAM5210 (2 SH) Human Anatomy I DPAM5220 (2 SH) Pathophysiology I DPAM5430 (4 SH) Medical Practice I DPAM5230 (2 SH) Physical Diagnosis I DPAM5242 (2 SH) Pharmacotherapy Principles I DPAM5250 (2 SH) Critical Thinking I DPAM5160 (1 SH) Clinical Methods and Procedures I DPAM5170 (1.5 SH) Pediatric Medicine I DPAM5180 (0.5 SH) Geriatric Medicine I DPAM5260 (2 SH) Psychiatry/Mental Health Summer I Pre- Clinical DPAM5212 (2 SH) Human Anatomy II DPAM5222 (2 SH) Pathophysiology II DPAM5432 (4 SH) Medical Practice II DPAM5232 (2 SH) Physical Diagnosis II DPAM5244 (2 SH) Pharmacotherapy Principles II DPAM5252 (2 SH) Critical Thinking II DPAM5162 (1 SH) Clinical Methods and Procedures II DPAM5172 (1.5 SH) Pediatric Medicine II DPAM5182 (0.5 SH) Geriatric Medicine II Fall I- A Pre- Clinical DPAM5214 (2 SH) Human Anatomy III DPAM5224 (2 SH) Pathophysiology III DPAM5434 (4 SH) Medical Practice III DPAM5234 (2 SH) Physical Diagnosis III DPAM5246 (2 SH) Pharmacotherapy Principles III DPAM5254 (2 SH) Critical Thinking III DPAM5164 (1 SH) Clinical Methods and Procedures III DPAM5174 (1.5 SH) Pediatric Medicine III DPAM5184 (0.5 SH) Geriatric Medicine III DPAM5390 (3 SH) Teamwork and Communication for Integrated Healthcare Fall I- B Pre- Clinical DPAM5169 (1 SH) Special Populations DPAM5396 (3 SH) Global Health DPAM5376 (3 SH) Foundations of Emergency Medicine DPAM5178 (1 SH) Foundations of Surgery Fall I- C Pre- Clinical Page 4 of 109

5 DPAM5198 (1 SH) Transition to Clerkships Spring II, Summer II, and Fall II Clinical Rotations DPAM6514 (15 SH) Family Medicine Clerkship DPAM6500 (5 SH) Behavior Medicine Clerkship DPAM6502 (5 SH) Emergency Medicine Clerkship DPAM6504 (5 SH) General Surgery Clerkship DPAM6506 (5 SH) Internal Medicine Clerkship DPAM6508 (5 SH) Obstetrics and Gynecology Clerkship DPAM6510 (5 SH) Pediatrics Clerkship DPAM6512 (5 SH) Elective Clerkship DPAM6216 (2 SH) Rotation Assessment Days I DPAM6218 (2 SH) Rotation Assessment Days II Fall II Summative DPAM6520 (5 SH) Summative Evaluation CURRICULUM MAP CURRICULUM SCHEDULE ARTICLE 16.0 ESTIMATES OF ALL COSTS RELATED TO THE PROGRAM (A3.14F) TUITION AND FEES PROGRAM REQUIRED EXPENSES Diagnostic Medical Equipment Technology Supplies OTHER EXPENSES TO CONSIDER ARTICLE 17.0 REFUNDS OF TUITION AND FEES (A3.14G) ARTICLE 18.0 ADMISSIONS RELATED INFORMATION (A3.15; A3.16) ADVANCED PLACEMENT, SCHEDULE CHANGES, AND AUDITS (A3.15C; A3.18) ACADEMIC STANDARDS FOR ENROLLMENT (A3.15D) TECHNICAL STANDARDS FOR ENROLLMENT (A3.15E) Observation Communication Motor Intellectual- Conceptual, Integrative and Quantitative Abilities Behavioral and Social Attributes ARTICLE 19.0 ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE & PROGRESSION (A3.17A; A317B; A3.17C) TYPES OF EVALUATIONS (C3.01) Formative evaluations Summative evaluations ACADEMIC STANDARDS FOR PROGRESSION IN AND COMPLETION OF THE PROGRAM (A3.17C) Cumulative GPA (A3.15d; A3.17a; A3.17c) Course Grades (A3.15d; A3.17a; A3.17c; C3.01) Didactic Phase (A3.15d; A3.17a; A3.17c) Supervised Clinical Practice Experience Phase (A3.15d; A3.17a; A3.17c) How PA Education Association End Of Rotation Exam Exams are Scored Professional Behavior Grading (C3.02; B2.14; B2.16; B2.17; A3.15d; A3.17a; A3.17c) Professionalism Dress Code General Dress Attire Style Hands Hygiene Hair Jewelry Perfume or Cologne Tattoos Page 5 of 109

6 Dress Attire For Men Didactic Shirts Pants Shoes Dress Attire For Women Didactic Skirts and Dresses Blouses, etc Pants Shoes Dress Attire Clinical Setting Identification in the Clinical Setting (B3.01) White Coats Scrubs Shoes Violations Professionalism Attendance Didactic Phase Clinical Phase Professionalism Participation Professionalism Inclement Weather Professionalism Social Media AMA Guidelines Program- Specific Expectations Developing Professional Social Media Behaviors Summative Evaluation (A3.15d; A3.17a; A3.17c; C3.04) Requirements For Graduation (A3.17c) EXAM INTEGRITY, MISSED EXAMS, AND EXAM RESULTS Exam Integrity Computerized Testing Integrity Late For An Examination Or Other Timed Assessment Missed Examination Dissemination of Examination Results Assessment Challenge (A3.17d) ARTICLE 20.0 REMEDIATION (A3.17F; C3.03) INTRODUCTION INTENTION OF THE REMEDIATION POLICY (A3.17F) PRE- CLINICAL REMEDIATION CLINICAL YEAR REMEDIATION PROFESSIONALISM REMEDIATION (ACADEMIC INTEGRITY) FACULTY RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE REMEDIATION PROCESS REMEDIATION FORMS Example of Student Exam Report Exam Item Review Sheet (Student Explores Questions Missed) Test Analysis Review Sheet (Student Identifies Potential Cause) Remediation Study Plan Sheet (Remediation Plan) Remediation Summary Sheet (Course Director Completes Outlining Action/s) Remediation Effort & Outcome Sheet (Final Outcome of Remediation) ARTICLE 21.0 DECELERATION (A3.17F) ARTICLE 22.0 PROBATION & DISMISSAL ACADEMIC PROBATION/ACADEMIC DISMISSAL (PRE- CLINICAL) (A3.17E) Probation Pre- Clinical Academic Dismissal Pre- Clinical Advancing to SCPE Clerkships Page 6 of 109

7 22.2 ACADEMIC PROBATION/ACADEMIC DISMISSAL (CLINICAL) (A3.17E) Probation Clinical Repeating a Failed SCPE Clerkship Academic Dismissal Clinical PROFESSIONAL BEHAVIORAL PROBATION/PROFESSIONAL BEHAVIOR DISMISSAL RIGHT TO APPEAL ACADEMIC/BEHAVIOR DISMISSAL (A3.17D) ARTICLE 23.0 WITHDRAWAL FROM THE UNIVERSITY (A3.17E) ARTICLE 24.0 STUDENT ADVISEMENT (A1.05; A2.05E; A3.09; A3.10) FACULTY STUDENT ADVISOR/MENTOR MEETING SCHEDULE STUDENT ADVISEMENT/MENTORING FORM RESOURCES ARTICLE 25.0 SCPE POLICY POLICY STATEMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENT PROGRESSION TO CLINICAL PHASE CLINICAL ROTATION SCHEDULING STUDENT ORIENTATION TO CLINICAL EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING Policies Learning outcomes Monitoring of Student Progress Determination of Rotation Grade CLINICAL SITE RECRUITMENT PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS Initial Site Evaluation Ongoing Site Evaluation INSTRUCTIONAL FACULTY Instructional Faculty (Preceptor) Responsibilities Preceptor Requirements Disciplines Licensure Specialty Certification Other Required Documentation Preceptor Evaluation Initial Preceptor Evaluation Ongoing Preceptor Evaluation Instructional Faculty Development ARTICLE 26.0 PERSONAL SECURITY AND SAFETY (A1.03G) NORTH GREENVILLE UNIVERSITY SECURITY OFFICERS SECURITY OFFICER RESPONSIBILITIES AND CONTACT Campus Security Contact Fire or Medical Emergency Contact Student Services Contact Greenville County Sheriff s Department Contact South Carolina Highway Patrol Contact GENERAL SAFETY GUIDELINES In Case Of Fire Violent Crime Or Hostage Situation Sexual Assault And Other Sensitive Crimes Medical Emergencies Hazardous Materials Page 7 of 109

8 Chemical Spills or Chemical Reactions that Produce Deadly Gases Hazardous Gas Leaks Bomb Threats Civil Disturbance Tornadoes & Severe Weather ARTICLE 27.0 ADDITIONAL STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION ACCOUNT IMPORTANT DATES STUDENT GOVERNMENT CAMPUS CONDUCT Tobacco Alcohol Consumption Drugs Abuse Theft Vandalism Weapons ARTICLE 28.0 NON- DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT ARTICLE 29.0 STUDENT POLICY AND PRACTICES CHANGE GUIDELINES ARTICLE 30.0 SPECIAL FORMS (A3.01; A3.02) FORMS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF HIPAA GUIDELINES ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF OSHA TRAINING (TO INCLUDE BLOODBORNE PATHOGENS/NEEDLESTICK) 102 STUDENT INCIDENT/INJURY FORM PERMISSION TO RELEASE CRIMINAL BACKGROUND/SEX OFFENDER, DRUG SCREEN, IMMUNIZATION, AND TB STATUS EXCUSED ABSENCE REQUEST STUDENT ADVISING FORM (TWO PAGES) RECEIPT AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF THE STUDENT HANDBOOK/CLINICAL HANDBOOK NGU DEPARTMENT OF PA MEDICINE STUDENT POLICY HANDBOOK REVIEW Page 8 of 109

9 PREFACE (A3.01; A3.02; A3.13) The North Greenville University Department of PA Medicine Student Handbook is designed to inform and assist students with program policy and performance expectations (A3.02). Program policies apply to all students, principal faculty and the program director regardless of location. Annotation: A signed clinical affiliation agreement or memorandum of understanding may specify that certain program policies will be superseded by those at the clinical site (A3.01). In addition to this handbook, students may find clear and credible information on all dimensions of this program on the NGU PA Medicine website located at medicine.php and the NGU PA Medicine Admissions Handbook (A3.13). Note: The information contained within this Handbook is in addition to, not in place of, the NGU Catalogues and Student Handbooks. Expectations Due to the intensity and high standards of the program, it is advisable that students are prepared and focused as they progress through the curriculum. Students are strongly discouraged from seeking or maintaining employment while enrolled in the program (refer to Article 3.0 of this Handbook for further details). If a PA student chooses to work during the program, it is his/her responsibility to ensure that employment does not interfere with or hinder academic progress. Program expectations, assignments, deadlines, examinations and other student responsibilities will not be altered or adjusted to accommodate a working student. Students are also advised to take full advantage of the academic and other support services available to them during their enrollment. It is expected that they will quickly become independent learners, managing their time and multiple responsibilities to effectively complete their coursework. It is their responsibility to problem solve, question what they do not understand, and handle conflict with respect and maturity. Page 9 of 109

10 CONTACT INFORMATION Name Position Phone address Greg Davenport Dean for Graduate School of Health Science; Program Director for PA Medicine (864) Christine (Kibbie) Otruba Medical Director (864) William (Len) Eidson Director of Didactic Education (864) David Howell Director of Clinical Education Director of Admissions (864) Jordan Hairr Principal Faculty PA (864) Jenna Rolfs Principal Faculty PA (864) Cathleen Ciesielski Science Faculty PhD (864) W. Josh Guffey Science Faculty PharmD (864) TBD Katie Shamblin Program Secretary (864) To Be Named Principal Faculty (June 2017) (864) TBD To Be Named Director of Assessments and Evaluations (June 2017) (864) TBD To Be Named Clinical Secretary (June 2017) (864) TBD To Be Named Assistant to the Dean (June 2017) (864) TBD PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS The Department recognizes that national and student organizations can enhance a student's education by providing additional opportunities beyond the curriculum for personal development and growth and resources. Given the benefits, participation in PA Organizations is encouraged but not required. The American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) The AAPA, founded in 1968, is the national professional society for the PA in the United States, representing more than 100,000 certified PAs. The AAPA serves to advocate and educate others regarding the PA profession in addition to offering advocacy, research, leadership, employment resources, and continuing education opportunities to PAs. Student Academy of the American Academy of Physician Assistants (SAAAPA) Student Academy of the American Academy of PAs (SAAAPA) is the national organization for students enrolled in PA programs. The SAAAPA has an elected board and participates in many capacities including subcommittees within the AAPA. The SAAAPA can provide information on many topics including: financial aid, survival tips, clinical pearls, hot topics, etc. South Carolina Academy of Physician Assistants (SCAPA) PAs in the State of South Carolina are represented by SC Academy of PAs (SCAPA). SCAPA s Web site serves its members and the public by providing a forum for services and ideas designed to strengthen and promote the PA profession throughout SC. As the voice and advocate of PAs in SC, SCAPA provides members with state representation, continuing medical education opportunities, and employment information. Page 10 of 109

11 ARTICLE 1.0 STRUCTURE AND HIERARCHY NGU Board of Directors Interim President Dr. Randell Pannell VP Academic Affairs VP Graduate Studies Dr. Sam Isgett Dean, Grad School Health Sciences Dr. Gregory Davenport Administrative Assistant (June 2017) Director of Assessments (June 2017) PA Medicine PD Dr. Gregory Davenport Director of Admissions Prof. David Howell Director of Clinical Education Prof. David Howell Medical Director Dr. Christine Otruba Director of Didactic Education Prof. Len Eidson Principal Faculty (PA) Prof. Jordan Hairr Principal Faculty (PA) Prof. Jenna Rolfs Science Faculty Dr. Cathleen Ciesielski Program Secretary Ms. Katie Shamblin Principal Faculty (PA) (June 2017) Science Faculty Dr. Josh Guffey Clinical Secretary (June 2017) Guest Lecturer Instructional Faculty SCPE Preceptor/s Page 11 of 109