Gwynedd Mercy University
2024-2025 Undergraduate Catalog
Behavioral and Social Attributes : Compassion , integrity , motivation , effective interpersonal skills , and concern for others are personal attributes required of those in the nursing programs . Personal comfort and acceptance of the role of a nurse functioning under the supervision of a clinical instructor or preceptor is essential for a nursing student . The individual must possess the skills required for full utilization of the student ’ s intellectual abilities ; the exercise of good judgment ; the prompt completion of all responsibilities in the classroom and clinical settings ; and the development of mature , sensitive , and effective relationships with patients and other members of the health care team . Each individual must be able to exercise stable , sound judgment and to complete assessment and interventional activities . The ability to establish rapport and maintain sensitive , interpersonal relationships with individuals , families , and groups from a variety of social , emotional , cultural , and intellectual backgrounds is critical for practice as a nurse . The individual must be able to adapt to changing environments ; display flexibility ; accept and integrate constructive criticism given in the classroom and clinical settings ; effectively interact in the clinical setting with other members of the healthcare team ; and learn to function cooperatively and efficiently in the face of uncertainties inherent in clinical practice .
Ability to Manage Stressful Situations : The individual must be able to adapt to and function effectively to stressful situations in both the classroom and clinical settings , including emergency situations . The individual will encounter multiple stressors while in the nursing programs . These stressors may be ( but are not limited to ) personal , patient care / family , faculty / peer , and or program related .
Students should review the Competencies Standards for the Nursing program carefully and identify if additional support is needed for any portion ( didactic and clinical ) of the Nursing program . Students are encouraged to contact the Student Accessibility Services Office ( 215-646-7300 extension 21427 ) to arrange an individualized consultation to discuss any support services or accommodations they may require .
Compliance Requirements and Clearances BSN , ABSN , & WBSN — Initial and Annual The following documents are due on entrance to the sophomore year of the BSN nursing program and , by the start of the first semester of the ABSN and WBSN tracks . Annual requirements are also identified . Please note requirements are subject to change at any time .
Documents are completed through and submitted to American Data Bank / Complio . Refer to additional details on the Complio website .
To maintain compliance with FMMSNHP requirements and attend all clinical practice experiences , students must adhere to the initial submission deadline and maintain all annual requirements prior to their expiration dates .
NOTE : BSN and WBSN - Students must complete all documents after June 1 and submit them by August 1 st of each year . ABSN – Students must have compliance by the start of their first semester and maintain compliance every semester thereafter .
Health documents must include the student ’ s name and healthcare provider information on each document .
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