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Welcome
Welcome to the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Program at Illinois Central College.
On behalf of the program faculty, I would like to express my pleasure that you have chosen ICC to make your dream of becoming a professional a reality.
This handbook and the Catalog and Student Handbook are the policies and procedures you must follow and are accountable for adhering to. Sometimes, the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Program requirements may exceed the College's requirements.
If you have any questions about the CNA Program's policies and procedures, please reach out to the Program Director. You may schedule an appointment by calling (309) 690-7530.
We look forward to helping you achieve course objectives, student learning outcomes, and program and professional standards.
Wendee Guth, RN, MS, CNE, Dean of Health Careers
Theresa Dibuono, RN, BSN, Program Director
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CNA Program Overview
Upon completing the Certified Nursing Assistant program, the student is awarded a certificate. Information on the Certified Nursing Assistant program is available in the ICC Catalog and Student Handbook.
Program Mission
The mission of the Nursing Assistant Program is to provide the resources, curriculum, and clinical experiences necessary for graduates to attain entry-level employment as nursing assistants in long-term care facilities, hospitals, and other health care settings. The Nursing Assistant Program is regulated by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH). The Nursing Assistant Program is run with the support of two full-time program directors and over 50 adjunct faculty.
Program Goals & Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Program, a student will be able to:
- Goal 1: Students will demonstrate competency with basic nursing skills.
- Students will demonstrate proficiency in the 21 basic skills required per IDPH. (safety & infection control)
- Students will interpret vital signs (v/s). (safety)
- Goal 2: Students will demonstrate professional behaviors.
- Students will demonstrate proper reporting of their completed basic nursing skills to the instructor and or staff. (resident rights)
- Students will be on time for clinical. (safety)
- Goal 3: Graduates will demonstrate critical thinking skills.
- Students will test for understanding of the “Big Three” on the final exam.
- Students will determine when it is necessary to use universal precautions during clinical. (infection control)
Professional Regulation
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is the regulating agency for Basic Nurse Assistant Training Programs. IDPH may be contacted as follows:
Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH)
Nurse Aide Registry Information
535 W. Jefferson St., Springfield, IL 62761
(844)789-3676
Nursing Assistant State Exam
Southern Illinois University at Carbondale (SIUC) is contracted to manage and administer the Nursing Assistant State Exam. SIUC has developed a website for students, faculty, and administrators seeking information:
The site offers students:
- Access to an online practice exams
- Access to information regarding testing locations and dates
- Access to skills videos (covers all the manual skills required for certification)
- Exam status
Illinois Nurse Aide Testing
College Information & Resources
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Student Handbook
The Student Handbook is published annually as part of the ICC Catalog and Student Handbook.
Student, Rights, Responsibilities, and Procedures
Academic Policies and Procedures
Academic Policies and Procedures are in the ICC Catalog and Student Handbook. Use the quick links for easy navigation.
Core Performance Standards Criteria of Admission and Progression
To enroll and remain in the CNA program, a student must be able to meet the following Core Performance Standards and must not pose a threat to the well-being of clients, other students, staff, or themselves.
A CNA must possess capabilities and abilities in the areas of communication, motor, sensory, problem-solving, behavioral skills, and professionalism; therefore, these are the expectations for participation in the program. The student must possess the following capabilities and abilities:
Communication
- Adequate command of English language in order to read and retrieve information from lectures, textbooks and other teaching and learning resources.
- Communicate effectively in English with patients, families, and other health care providers, both verbally and in writing.
- Effectively adapt communication for intended needs of diverse audience.
- Interact to establish rapport with diverse population.
Motor
- Squat, crawl, bend/stoop, reach above shoulder level, use standing balance, and climb stairs.
- Lift and carry up to 50 lbs., and exert up to 100 lbs. force or push/pull.
- Use hands repetitively; use manual dexterity; sufficient fine motor function.
- Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods of time.
- Perform CPR.
- Travel to and from academic and clinical sites.
Sensory
- Auditory ability sufficient to hear verbal communication from patients and members of the health team; includes ability to respond to emergency signals.
- Discern soft sounds, such as those associated with taking a blood pressure.
- Visual acuity to acquire information from electronic medical record or written documents.
- Comfortable working in close physical proximity to patient.
Critical Thinking
- Address problems or questions to the appropriate persons at the appropriate times.
- Adhere to policies and procedures; including, but not limited to safety and infection control.
- Use sound judgment in decision making.
- Function effectively under stress.
- Adapt to changing environment and inherent uncertainties.
- Respond appropriately to emergencies.
Behavioral Skills and Professionalism
- Adhere to policies and procedures required by academic and clinical settings.
- Adhere to program policies, per the program handbook.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and abide by the guidelines outlined in the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
- Assume the role of a health care team member.
- Function effectively under supervision.
- Accept criticism and reflect upon provided feedback to improve performance and practice.
- Display caring and compassion for others.
If you have concerns that you do not meet these Core Performance Standards, please do not register for classes. You may contact the CNA Program Manager with questions.
Program Policies
Grading
The Certified Nursing Assistant Program subscribes to the following grading scale, unless otherwise specified in the course syllabus:
- A = 90-100%
- B = 80-89%
- C = 70-79%
- D = 60-69%
- F = Below 60%
Course grades will be computed per the course syllabus. A “C” or better is required in all program courses. To receive a “C” or better, the student must meet the following criteria:
- The student must maintain a grade average of 70% or better in CNA 112.
- Students with <70% in CNA 112 will not be allowed to proceed to clinical practicum and are advised to withdraw from the program.
- The student must demonstrate satisfactory clinical performance and meet all clinical requirements in the course as stated in the course syllabus.
- The student must successfully perform all 21 manual skills as designated by IDPH.
- The student must meet course requirements with specified and scheduled time limits.
Tests and Examinations
Tests and examinations may be announced or unannounced. Students will be notified of the date and time of the final examination.
In case of approved absence, the student will make arrangements with the instructor for make up. The type of make-up test will be at the discretion of the faculty.
Students are encouraged to review test results individually with faculty before class, after class, or at the discretion of the instructor.
Withdrawal from Program
The student who wishes to withdraw from the program should follow these steps:
- Meet with the Nursing Assistant Program Manager for an exit interview.
- Use the following link to see the steps for withdrawal: https://icc.edu/students/student- records/ Once you enter the link scroll down and select the instruction box that says “Dropping/Withdrawing from Classes.”
Written Assignments and Documentation
All written assignments must be neat, grammatically correct, and appropriately documented according to faculty instruction. Faculty will return illegible assignments to be redone.
The student is responsible to document patient care completely and accurately. The student shall not falsify or enter inaccurate data on patient records.
Readmission Standards
A student who is unsuccessful in completing a course and/or earns a grade lower than a “C” in CNA 112, or who has withdrawn from the program, may seek readmission through the Nursing Assistant Program Manager.
Student Counseling
The Nursing Assistant Program utilizes the Student Counseling Form to aid faculty in assisting students in identifying incidents or problem situations. This form helps students recognize the importance of correcting the problem, understand potential consequences if the problem is not resolved, and determine methods to resolve it. The collaboration between faculty and students fosters the development of knowledge, skills, and attitudes that enhance academic and/or clinical performance.
Attendance and Tardiness Policies
Due to guidelines from the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), Nursing Assistant students must attend a required number of hours of lecture/lab/clinical. Any student not attending the minimum number of hours will be violating IDPH standards and will be withdrawn from the course/program at that time.
IDPH Minimum Requirements
- 80 hours of lecture/lab
- 12 hours of Alzheimer’s class
- 40 hours of clinical
ICC Requirements
Students are expected to attend ALL scheduled lecture/lab, Alzheimer’s, clinical, and CPR classes, and complete each with a “C” or better (≥70%).
ICC requirements exceed IDPH requirements. Lecture/lab/clinical* and CPR faculty adhere to strict attendance policy and monitor individual student attendance. In cases of emergency, when absence is unavoidable, students are encouraged to arrive late or leave early to avoid missing an entire lecture, lab or clinical session.
Students are expected to arrange/schedule all outside appointments and work responsibilities at times other than class times. Due to IDPH requirements, attendance policies (as stated above) apply to all absences.
Faculty members have the right to send students home due to illness from lecture/ lab or clinical if the instructor determines it is appropriate to maintain student and patient safety.
Absence
Absence is defined as missing a lecture, lab or clinical. If a student is going to be absent, the student MUST notify the faculty member by telephone (or instructor preference), prior to absence, or within 24 hours in cases of emergency situations.
Failure of student to call/report an absence from lecture, lab or clinical, will result in the following:
- Student will earn zero for homework, quiz/test grade, or clinical score for that missed day or as expressed by instructor rules.
- One unexcused absence will earn a written warning from faculty to student, with student written success plan. Student completion of additional assignment might be required, at the discretion of the faculty member.
- Missing twice will require a student meeting with the Program Manager to discuss student status in the program, with the option of withdrawal/dismissal from the course/program.
- Repeated absences (more than twice) will likely result in dismissal from the course/program because of student’s inability to meet IDPH requirements.
Clinical Attendance/Absences
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Clinical practicum attendance is mandated by IDPH.
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All clinical absences result in a zero for the day, this can impact passing score needed to complete successfully.
- Clinical absences may result in unsuccessful completion of CNA 112.
Any absence will decrease the student’s ability to successfully complete the program, and may result in the need to withdraw from the class.
Tardiness
Tardiness is considered being late for lecture, lab or clinical and not being present at the start of any of the prior mentioned. If a student is going to be tardy, the student MUST notify the faculty member by telephone (or instructor preference), prior to the start of class.
If the student notifies instructor prior to absence or tardy:
- Isolated incidents of tardiness will be discussed with the instructor and a plan will be made to prevent more. Habitual tardiness (consistent lateness > 2 times) will count as one day absence and require student to meet with the Program Manager.
- Repeated absence (more than twice) may result in dismissal from program because of student’s inability to meet IDPH requirements.
Cell Phone Usage
- All personal electronic devices, such as cell phones, smart gadgets/watches, and pagers, shall be placed on silent mode during class time.
- Personal electronic devices, such as but not limited to cell phones, smart gadgets, smart watches, and pagers, will be turned off and placed at the front of the room during testing opportunities.
- If allowed by the instructor, personal electronic devices, such as cell phones, tablets, and laptops may be utilized during designated class time for learning purposes only. (e.g., taking notes on PowerPoints, reviewing reference material, charting data, etc.)
- If a faculty member questions student use of an electronic device, the faculty member reserves the right to remove the device from student use, or ask for it to be stored for the duration of class/lab/clinical. The device will be returned to the student at the conclusion of the session.
- Disciplinary action needed for violations or repeated instances will be determined by instructor or Program Manager.
- Regarding the clinical setting:
- Clinical facilities and faculty are not responsible, or liable, for safe storage of cell phones or any smart devices*. Phones must be stored in silent mode or turned off. Instructor rules, clinical facility guidelines and expectations must be followed for cell phone usage.
- Cell phones are not permitted to be used, or stored on students, at any time while on the clinical floor.
- Students will be given emergency contact information prior to clinical. It is the student’s responsibility to make sure family, spouse, child’s school, etc., know where to reach them during clinical hours in case of emergency.
- Students shall refrain from personal (nonemergency) cell phone use during assigned clinical.
- *This applies to all personal electronic devices (such as tablets, smart gadgets, smart watches, and laptops).
Civility
A student is expected to maintain a respectful, professional, positive attitude towards fellow students, faculty, and health care professionals at all times. Disruptive and/or disrespectful behavior should be addressed by the instructor. Repeated disruptive or disrespectful (more than 2 times) will result in a referral to Program Manager. Threatening behavior or any incident causing unsafe situations in classroom, lab, or clinical will result in an immediate referral to Program Manager and/or Campus Police. Under such circumstances, depending on the severity of the incident, students will be required to meet with the Program Manager to determine if student will be allowed to remain or be withdrawn from the CNA Program. The meeting with the Program Manager shall occur prior to the next scheduled class.
Time missed due to appointment with Program Manager might be unexcused and count towards the IDPH hour guidelines. A student of concern form may be created, at any time deemed necessary, by instructors or Program Manager. This form is sent to the Health Careers Dean and the Dean of Students. An appointment might be necessary to meet with all parties to discuss concerns or issues. A zero-tolerance contract may be drafted by Program Manager and/or faculty members for any reason deemed necessary. Any disruptive/unprofessional behaviors or violation of zero tolerance contract may result in dismissal from the program.
Time missed due to appointment with Program Manager might be unexcused and count towards the IDPH hour guidelines. A student of concern form may be created, at any time deemed necessary, by instructors or Program Manager. This form is sent to the Health Careers Dean and the Dean of Students. An appointment might be necessary to meet with all parties to discuss concerns or issues. A zero-tolerance contract may be drafted by Program Manager and/or faculty members for any reason deemed necessary. Any disruptive/unprofessional behaviors or violation of zero tolerance contract may result in dismissal from the program.
Clinical Practicum
The clinical practicum experience is intended to give students the opportunity to demonstrate proficiency in the health care setting, under the direct supervision of a qualified instructor. All clinical facilities have the right to refuse or dismiss a student from participating in the clinical experience. IDPH requirements are a minimum of 40 hours in the clinical setting. ICC Nursing Assistant Program requires 48 hours of clinical practicum, the minimum IDPH requirements will not provide enough time or opportunities for points to pass our program. Multiple classes’ clinical schedules offer AM & PM offerings; students will be notified of this at registration, orientation, and on the first day of class. Students in these sections will be split between each time frame. We will attempt to meet all student requests. Clinical placement is not guaranteed.
Clinical Attendance Standards refer to page 8
Clinical practicum attendance is mandated by IDPH refer to page 8.
Please refer to read attendance policy carefully, located on page 8.
Clinical Dress Standards
The student is expected to follow the policies of the dress code, which is supported by the agencies in which clinical experience is obtained.
- The uniform represents Health Careers at Illinois Central College. It must be ceil blue, clean, wrinkle-free, and in good repair. Dress length should be adjusted to best suit body height and size, but should cover the knee. Pants should also be adjusted to best suit body size, should reach the ankle, but not be so long as to touch or drag on the floor. No crop pants allowed. No undergarments should be exposed.
- Uniform includes ICC patch sewn on left sleeve. Uniform is to be worn ONLY to clinical experience.
- A clip-on picture ID is a required part of the uniform. Students will be instructed where to report to obtain their clinical picture ID. It is the student’s responsibility to have picture taken. Replacement IDs may be obtained for a fee of $10.00.
- Shoes should be leather or vinyl and clean. Canvas tennis shoes, canvas sneakers, thongs, and clogs are not permitted.
- Neutral or white nylons are required for female
- students wearing skirts/dresses, and white socks are required for male and female students wearing pants.
- A watch with a second hand must accompany uniform. Smart watches are not permitted.
- Other necessary items are a pen and pocket notebook.
- Jewelry is limited to: wedding bands only on ring finger; one earring per earlobe (small gold, silver, or pearl post; no hoops/dangles/rings allowed). No visible body piercing (including, but not limited to, tongue, nose, eyebrow) is permitted. Body piercing jewelry must be removed. Piercing(s) cannot just be covered with bandages/gauze.
- Visible tattoos must be covered by bandages or as instructed.
- Hair must be of neutral/natural color, clean, neat, appropriately styled, and worn away from the face and off the collar. Male students are expected to keep beards and mustaches trimmed, neat, and clean.
- Makeup should be minimal and in good taste. Only neutral/natural colored makeup is allowed. Fingernail polish is not acceptable; nails must be short, only slightly longer than end of finger. No acrylic nails, gel, shellac or tips are permitted.
- A watch with a second hand must accompany uniform. Smart watches are not permitted.
- Other necessary items are a pen and pocket notebook.
- Jewelry is limited to: wedding bands only on ring finger; one earring per earlobe (small gold, silver, or pearl post; no hoops/dangles/rings allowed). No visible body piercing (including, but not limited to, tongue, nose, eyebrow) is permitted. Body piercing jewelry must be removed. Piercing(s) cannot just be covered with bandages/gauze.
- Visible tattoos must be covered by bandages or as instructed.
- Hair must be of neutral/natural color, clean, neat, appropriately styled, and worn away from the face and off the collar. Male students are expected to keep beards and mustaches trimmed, neat, and clean.
- Makeup should be minimal and in good taste. Only neutral/natural colored makeup is allowed. Fingernail polish is not acceptable; nails must be short, only slightly longer than end of finger. No acrylic nails, gel, shellac or tips are permitted.
- Cologne/perfume should not be worn.
- Cigarette breath, halitosis, and body odors are most distasteful. Deodorants, mouthwash, and breath fresheners are recommended. Smoking is NOT allowed during clinical.
- Gum chewing is not permitted in the clinical setting.
- Noncompliance with dress code policy will result in the possibility of unsatisfactory clinical scores, possible dismissal from clinical for the day, or a meeting with the Program Manager.
Clinical Evaluation
The ICC Nursing Assistant Program Clinical Evaluation tool is used daily while in clinical. Evaluation in clinical is based on the Big Three categories:
- Resident Rights
- Infection Control
- Safety
The student will receive a rating daily in the clinical setting. A cumulative score is needed for successful completion of clinical. If a student does not meet or exceed the minimum clinical score specified in the clinical tool, the student is rated as unsatisfactory and receives an “F” grade for the course. Failure to pass in the clinical setting results in an “F” in CNA 112 regardless of the grade the student has achieved in the classroom portion of the course. The student is eligible for program readmission if desired.
CPR
- CPR for the Healthcare Provider must be successfully completed prior to clinical practicum.
- Students not completing CPR for the Healthcare Provider prior to clinical will not be allowed to attend clinical. Failure to successfully complete CPR will result in dismissal from the program.
Facility Access
- Students are not allowed in the hospital or long-term care facilities in a student capacity except during assigned clinical hours
Personal Items
- The clinical facilities and instructors/staff are not responsible for personal items.
The clinical facilities do not provide safe storage for handbags. Only enough money for meals should be brought to the clinical facilities
Clinical Preparation
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The student must:
- Arrive at the clinical location in uniform.
- Be punctual reporting to assigned clinical unit. Students are expected to report to clinical area 5-10 minutes prior to scheduled starting time, properly attired, and prepared to carry out preclinical assignment.
- Follow policies, procedures, and student affiliation guidelines of the clinical agencies. Students are responsible for performing skills which they have learned and practiced. If a student is asked to perform a skill for which they have not been taught or allowed to practice, it is the responsibility of the student to notify the clinical instructor of this fact. Students whose behavior indicates lack of preparation or unsafe practice may be dismissed from the clinical site.
- Report observations and clinical care given to the clinical instructor.
- Obtain instructor approval before recording daily care and observations.
- Report off daily to clinical personnel and the instructor before leaving the clinical area.
Violations of any of these responsibilities may subject the student to disciplinary sanctions in accordance with the procedure in the ICC Student Rights & Responsibilities.
Transportation
- The student is responsible for transportation to clinical facilities and must abide by parking policies of the facility.
- Faculty will try to accommodate students who share rides, or access public transportation, when making assignments.
Employment
The student’s primary focus should be the program of study. Students are expected to not work the shift immediately preceding clinical practicum. The student is not to wear ICC uniform in their place of employment. The College assumes no responsibility for work performance related to skills learned as a part of the Nursing Assistant curriculum. Students are held personally liable and responsible for their own actions at work.
Confidentiality/HIPAA
Confidentiality
Nursing Assistant Program students have additional responsibilities because of the confidential role they must assume during their clinical education. These additional responsibilities include:
- Maintaining personal honesty/integrity and professional ethical behavior.
- Maintaining strict confidentiality by discussing information related to clients, facility personnel, and facility operation in appropriate learning situations in classroom or conferences only.
- Adhering to Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
HIPAA
Purpose: Law that requires patient information to be kept confidential; law gives patients more rights about how their personal and health information is used and gives them opportunities to restrict use of patient information (and sue if rights are abused).
- Protects individuals’ medical records.
- Gives patients more control over their health information.
- Limits use and release of health records.
Protected information, which may be disclosed only to appropriate personnel for purpose of treatment, payment, and operation of health care includes:
- Name, address, and phone
- Dates (birth date, admission date, discharge date, date of death)
- Fax number
- Email address
- SSN & driver’s license number
- Health plan beneficiary number
Highly confidential information (must have patient’s authorization for release) consists of:
- Mental health notes/treatment/disability
- Alcohol and drug abuse
- HIV/AIDS; sexually transmitted infections
- Genetic testing
- Child abuse or neglect/adult abuse
- Sexual assault
Social Media Policy
The following guidelines are intended to minimize the risks of using social media (Social Media Policy adapted from the NCSBN White Paper: A Nurse’s Guide to the Use of Social Media August, 2011):
- Nursing Assistant students are strictly prohibited from transmitting by way of any electronic media any patient-related image. In addition, Nursing Assistant students are restricted from transmitting any information that may be reasonably anticipated to violate patient rights to confidentiality or privacy, or otherwise degrade or embarrass the patient.
- Do not share, post or otherwise disseminate any information, including images, about a patient or information gained in the nurse-patient relationship with anyone unless there is a patient care related need to disclose the information or other legal obligation to do so.
- Do not identify patients by name or post or publish information that may lead to the identification of a patient. Limiting access to postings through privacy settings is not sufficient to ensure privacy.
- Do not refer to patients in a disparaging manner, even if the patient is not identified.
- Do not take photos or videos of patients on personal devices, including cell phones. Follow employer policies for taking photographs or video of patients for treatment or other legitimate purposes using employer-provided devices.
- Maintain professional boundaries in the use of electronic media. Like in-person relationships, the Nursing Assistant student has the obligation to establish, communicate and enforce professional boundaries with patients in the online environment. Use caution when having online social contact with patients or former patients. Online contact with patients or former patients blurs the distinction between a professional and personal relationship. The fact that a patient may initiate contact with the Nursing Assistant student does not permit the nurse Nursing Assistant student to engage in a personal relationship with the patient.
- Consult employer policies or an appropriate leader within the organization for guidance regarding work-related postings.
- Promptly report any identified breach of confidentiality or privacy.
- Be aware of and comply with employer policies regarding use of employer-owned computers, cameras and other electronic devices and use of personal devices in the workplace.
- Do not make disparaging remarks about employers or coworkers. Do not make threatening, harassing, profane, obscene, sexually explicit, racially derogatory, homophobic, or other offensive comments.
- Do not post content or otherwise speak on behalf of the employer unless authorized to do so, and follow all applicable policies of the employer.
Background Check, Health/Immunization Requirements
Criminal Background Check for Nursing Assistant Students
All students enrolled in a Basic Nurse Assistant Training Program in the State of Illinois are required to undergo a Fingerprint Criminal Background check through the IDPH approved vendor. Nursing Assistant students must undergo FeeAp fingerprinting. Specific information will be provided during registration.
A student enrolled at the College who has been convicted of committing or attempting to commit certain crimes specified by applicable law may be ineligible to continue in a Health Careers Program at Illinois Central College. Disqualifying offenses are determined by Health Care Worker Background Check Act.
Policy:
ICC is committed to providing a safe environment for students, patients cared for by students, faculty, and clinical site employees. The fingerprint criminal background check will be conducted through the company designated by IDPH and is paid for by the student. The student will be notified if they have a disqualifying conviction and need to apply for a waiver; or if granted/denied a waiver by IDPH. If a student has a “disqualifying conviction-no waiver granted,” the student must withdraw from the class. The student can either seek another type of training or seek a waiver and take the class at another time once waiver is granted.
- Students will sign and date a disclosure and authorization form (at registration) for a Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.
- Within one week of registration meeting, a Nursing Assistant Program Manager will research each student on IDPH Portal Database.
- If a student already has a FeeAp background check on record, no additional background check is required. The student will be notified by a Nursing Assistant Program Manager.
- If a student has UCIA background check on file, a FeeAp background check must still be initiated.
- Once databases are checked, the Nursing Assistant Program Manager will generate a LIVESCAN Request Form for each student. The student must pick up the LIVESCAN Request form prior to visiting the fingerprint location.
- The student is responsible for completing the background check requirement prior to the beginning of classes.
- Positive Results:
- The Nursing Assistant Program Manager will access the electronic report from the designated company.
- A student who has a positive Criminal Background Check will be notified immediately by phone. No messages regarding the results will be left on answering machines or with another individual. If the student cannot be reached by phone, the Nursing Assistant Program Manager may send an official letter of notification.
- The student will be informed if they must withdraw from the course/program.
- If a student is required to withdraw, it is the student’s responsibility to formally withdraw. Students failing to withdraw will receive an “F.”
Health/Immunization Requirements
At the time of initial program registration, students will be provided with health requirement information and necessary forms for complying with those requirements. College policies are attached in ICC Health Careers Policies and Protocols section (HC-5) of this handbook. Completed forms must be submitted to IWIRC by the designated due date in order to continue in the program. Students should plan to obtain all health/immunization requirements at least 2-3 weeks prior to the start of the assigned clinical rotation to prevent delays in starting clinical training. No student will be allowed to proceed to the clinical setting without meeting all health and immunization requirements. Students who are not in compliance with the health/immunization requirements will receive a zero for each missed clinical day. Such absences could place the student in jeopardy of failing the program.
Readmission students must have a current physical examination (within one year) and immunization records on file at IWIRC by designated due date. Drug testing will need to be repeated. It is the student’s responsibility to review all records with IWIRC or the Nursing Assistant Program Manager to verify all requirements are met.
Insurance Responsibility
Students should possess personal health insurance at all time while enrolled in the program. The student is financially responsible for any and all expenses resulting from injury or illness occurring during clinical or laboratory education experiences.
Drug Screening
All Illinois Central College Health Careers students are required to participate in drug screening at IWIRC. Results will remain confidential and will be maintained at IWIRC. Students with positive drug screen will be required to withdraw from the Nursing Assistant Program. If a student is required to withdraw, it is the student’s responsibility to formally withdraw. Students failing to withdraw will receive an “F.”
Health Concerns
A student that experiences a medical condition (including pregnancy), physical/mental illness, surgery, injury, or is taking a prescription/nonprescription medication that limits or interferes with their ability to meet classroom, laboratory or clinical objectives, may continue in the program provided that the student:
- Submits a written statement from a physician regarding nature of the health problem, the nature and duration of the restriction, and the student’s ability to continue in classroom, laboratory, and/or clinical without restrictions to the program to the Nursing Assistant Program Manager.
- Notifies clinical facility.
- Meets all clinical and classroom objectives and skill requirements.
Students who fail to provide a signed release where required will be unable to attend the classroom, laboratory, and/or clinical.
Health Careers Department
The mission of the Health Careers Department is to:
- Enable students to attain knowledge, professional skills, and general education for successful entry-level employment in a health career;
- Serve as a resource for the educational and employment needs of the health care community.
To fulfill our mission, the Department:
- Promotes student access through equal opportunity admission policies;
- Offers educational opportunities for all students by providing associate degree programs;
- Provides career advisement and supports career recruitment in the community;
- Assures quality teaching and learning by meeting professional accreditation standards, promoting faculty continuing education, providing access to current technologies, and participating in continuous outcomes assessment;
- Provides general education and career education courses in preparation for successful employment and life-long learning;
- Cooperates with community agencies to offer appropriate practicum and field experiences and to promote safe practices;
- Offers continuing education opportunities to meet personal and professional goals of updating employment skills and additional specialization.
Health Careers Policies and Protocols
As a HIT student, you are required to complete the following forms in the Health Careers Policies and Protocols document.
- Drug Screening
- Background Check/Fingerprinting
- Physical Examination And Immunizations
- Health Insurance/Financial Responsibility Waiver
- Student Chemical Impairment Policy And Procedures
- Communicable Disease Procedure
- Clinical Blood And Body Fluid Exposure
- Accident/Incident/Injury Reporting Procedure
- Professional Conduct Policy
- Social Networking Policy
- Understanding Of Program Policies
Go to Health Careers Policies and Procedures
Faculty and Staff Information
Theresa Dibuono, RN, BSN
Program Manager - Professor
(309) 690-7550
Theresa.Dibuono@icc.edu
Peoria Campus, Cedar Hall, C105
Wendee Guth, RN, MS, CNE
Dean of Health Careers
(309) 690-7535
wendee.guth@icc.edu
Peoria Campus, Cedar Hall, C105S
Lari LaBello, RN, BSN
Faculty
(309) 690-7558
Lindsay.vance@icc.edu
Peoria Campus, Cedar Hall, C103
Joseph Cook, RN, BSN
Lead Adjunct Faculty
(309) 690-7530
Joseph.Cook@icc.edu
Peoria Campus, Cedar Hall, 105
Sarah Fisher, RN, BSN
Lead Adjunct - Clinical
(309) 690-7530
Sarah.Fisher@icc.edu
Peoria Campus, Cedar Hall, 105
Office Staff
Administrative Assistants
(309) 690-7530
healthcareersinfo@icc.edu
Peoria Campus, Cedar Hall, 105