Clinic Affiliations
Clinical Course Requirements for both Track One and Track Two:
Prior to registering for a clinical practicum course, students must submit written verification of:
1. Complete physical examination — updated annually — form available from Nursing Department Secretary (508-929-8129),
2. A tuberculosis skin test is required yearly and can be obtained through the Worcester State Student Health Service — follow up x-rays may be required,
3. Rubella and Varicella titre level,
4. Two (2) MMR (measles [rubeola], mumps and rubella) vaccines, or one (1) vaccine and titre levels for mumps and rubeola,
5. One dose of tetanus-diptheria vaccine administered within 10 years,
6. Series of three vaccinations for Hepatitis B and titre level,
7. Professional provider Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) (Adult and Child) certification must be maintained throughout the program,
8. Professional liability insurance with a 1-3 million dollar limit renewed annually provided by Worcester State,
9. CORI, SORI and/or agency required drug screening may be requested,
10. Track Two RN-BS students must submit a photocopy of current RN license to practice nursing in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Student and Nurse Organizations: Worcester State maintains a local chapter of the National Student Nurses' Association which is primarily a student led organization that is actively involved in community outreach. Meetings are held in the department and are open to all nursing students interested in attending and participating.
Iota Phi Chapter-at-Large, Sigma Theta Tau International, the International Honor Society for Nurses provides leadership and scholarship in practice, education and research to enhance the health of all people. Since 1986, students have been selected for membership into the local chapter of the Iota Phi Chapter-at-Large based on academic and personal criteria.
Requirements for Graduation: For the Bachelor of Science Degree with a major in Nursing students must have:
• Completed each nursing course (and each component) with a minimum grade of 80.
• Completed all Nursing Department and Worcester State requirements