2021-2022 Belmont University College of Pharmacy Student Manual 0 Belmont University College of Pharmacy STUDENT MANUAL The Bruin Guide communicates critical information about your rights and responsibilities as a student and prepares you to be successful in negotiating the policies and procedures of campus life. It includes the Community Code of Conduct, which describes our Community Commitments and the student disciplinary process, including specific policies reinforcing or related to the Community Commitments. Please refer to the online Bruin Guide for the most current and accurate version of university policies. This Student Manual is intended to supplement the Bruin Guide with information specific to your experience as a student in the College of Pharmacy.
Table of Contents • College of Pharmacy Mission, Values, Vision 3 • Pharmacy Student Community Commitments 3 • Professional Conduct 4 o Oath of a Pharmacist 4 o Code of Ethics 4 o Professional Behavior 4 o Confidentiality 6 • Professional Responsibilities 6 o Dress Code 6 o Professional Liability Insurance Requirements 7 o Health Insurance Requirement 7 o Health and Immunization Requirements 7 o Background Checks and Notification of Significant Events 8 o Substance Abuse Policy 9 • Technical Standards 11 • Student Training Requirements 12 • Program Accreditation 12 o SACSCOC Accreditation 12 o ACPE Accreditation 12 • Academic Resources 12 o Office of the Registrar 12 o Advising 12 o Faculty Office Hours 13 o Holds 13 o Withdrawal and Leaves 13 • Health Related Services 14 o University Health Services 14 o Counseling Services 14 o Accommodations for Students with Disabilities 14 • Academic Services 14 o Christy Houston Foundation Drug Information Center 14 o Lila D. Bunch Library 14 o Writing Center 15 o Speech Lab 15 o Computer Labs 15 o Office of Career Services 15 • Course Resources 15 o MYBELMONT Campus Portal 15 o Computers 15 o Software Requirements 16 o Computer Use 16 o Cell phone policy 16 o Lecture Recordings 16 • Campus Life 16 1 o The Beaman Student Life Center 16 o Student Organizations 16 o Fundraising Policy 18 o Cord policy during Hooding and Commencement Ceremonies 18 o Requirements for Students in Leadership Positions 18 o Student Travel as Belmont Representatives 18 o Travel Reimbursement 20 • Remediation Policy 20 • Appeals, Complaints, and Grievances 20 • Interprofessional Education Requirements 22 • Co-Curricular Requirements 23 • Patient Care Events Policy & Procedures 26 o Procedure for a BUCOP-Sponsored Patient Care Event 29 o Procedure for a BUCOP-Affiliated Patient Care Event 30 o Appendix A: Curriculum & Permitted Activities for Patient Care Events 34 o BUCOP Patient Event Application 34 o BUCOP-Sponsored Patient Care Event Supervising Pharmacist Form 37 o BUCOP-Affiliated Patient Care Event Supervising Pharmacist Form 38 o BUCOP-Affiliated Patient Care Event Supervising Pharmacist Credentialing 38 o BUCOP Supply Request Forms 39 o BUCOP Patient Care Consent & Release for Screenings/Immunizations 41 o BU Photo & Video Release Form 42 • Needle Stick Policy 43 • Other Policies and Procedures 44 • Emergency Management Plan 46 • Campus Directory 50 2 MISSION, VALUES, VISION, and COMMUNITY COMMITMENTS Mission The Belmont University College of Pharmacy is an inclusive, Christ-centered community dedicated to purposeful teaching, scholarship, service and leadership to develop highly sought after pharmacists prepared to meet demands of a continuously changing profession. Values Integrity, Inquiry, Collaboration, Service, and Humility Vision To be the primary destination for the education of pharmacists who seek to advance public health and transform healthcare. Belmont University Community Commitments can be found in the Bruin Guide.
INDIVIDUAL WORTH SELF-CONTROL Physical Conflict Failure to Comply Harassment Damage to University Property and Premises Anti-Discrimination Policy Security Equipment Tampering Hazing Substance-Free Campus Policy Sexual Misconduct COMMUNITY RESPONSIBILITY PERSONAL INTEGRITY Fire Hazards and Combustible Materials Academic Honor System Pets and Other Animals Assisting and/or Condoning Conduct Theft Deceptive Behavior Tobacco-Free Campus Policy Internet and Computer Use Policies University Posting Policy Responsibilities for Guests on Campus Weapons-Free Campus Policy CRITICAL THINKING Copyright Policy Involuntary Withdrawal NOTICES and STATEMENTS Annual Security Information Complaints and Grievances Directory Information Emergency Action FERPA Notification of Rights Graduation Judicial Restrictions Identification Cards Search and Seizure University E-mail Communications to Students University Facility Usage 3 PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT Students are expected to abide by the Oath of a Pharmacist and the Code of Ethics for Pharmacists. Students should remember that they are representing Belmont University, the College, and the pharmacy profession with every interaction. Professionalism, patient confidentiality, and integrity are mandatory. Oath of a Pharmacist At this time, I promise to devote myself to a lifetime of service to others through the profession of pharmacy.
In fulfilling this vow: • I will consider the welfare of humanity and relief of human suffering my primary concerns. • I will apply my knowledge, experience, and skills to the best of my ability to assure optimal outcomes for my patients. • I will respect and protect all personal and health information entrusted to me. • I will accept the lifelong obligation to improve my professional knowledge and competence.
• I will hold myself and my colleagues to the highest principles of our profession’s moral, ethical and legal conduct. • I will embrace and advocate changes that improve patient care. • I will utilize my knowledge, skills, experiences, and values to prepare the next generation of pharmacists. I take these vows voluntarily with the full realization of the responsibility with which I am entrusted by the public.
Code of Ethics • A pharmacist respects the covenantal relationship between the patient and pharmacist. • A pharmacist promotes the good of every patient in a caring, compassionate, and confidential manner. • A pharmacist respects the autonomy and dignity of each patient. • A pharmacist acts with honesty and integrity in professional relationships.
• A pharmacist maintains professional competence. • A pharmacist respects the values and abilities of colleagues and other health professionals. • A pharmacist serves individual, community, and societal needs. • A pharmacist seeks justice in the distribution of health resources.
Professional Behavior Students are expected to interact with patients, clients, other professionals and health care facility employees, fellow students, faculty, university staff and other individuals in a professional and ethical manner, and to comply with directions and requests made by College and university officials, including academic and co-curricular activities. Violations of the conduct code and professionalism expectations are referred by faculty, staff and students in writing to the Associate Dean for Student Affairs (Pharmacy) for review. At the discretion of the Associate Dean of Student Affairs, professionalism issues may be referred to the Academic and Professional Standards Committee for further possible action. Alleged violations of University policy may be forwarded to the Office of Student Conduct & Academic Integrity.
Potential violations of College policies will be reviewed by the Associate Dean for Student Affairs. Pharmacy students act professionally when they display the following behaviors as defined in the White Paper on Pharmacy Student Professionalism (APhA-ASP/AACP-COD Task Force on Professionalism. White paper on pharmacy student professionalism.) • Professional Knowledge, Skills and Behaviors o Performs responsibilities in a manner consistent with the College’s educational outcomes statement, the CAPE outcomes, NABP and ACPE competencies, professional associations’ competency statements and other professionalism documents o Interacts effectively with faculty, staff, other students, patients and their families, pharmacy colleagues and other health professionals 4 • Commitment to Self-Improvement and Life-Long Learning o Reflects critically on his or her actions and seeks to improve proficiency in all facets of his/her responsibilities o Accepts and responds to constructive feedback o Provides constructive feedback to others o Recognizes limitations and seeks help when necessary o Takes responsibility for learning; an active and self-directed learner o Does not participate in activities that compromise learning (disruptive behavior, cheating) o Maintains personal health and well-being • Service Orientation/Altruism o Demonstrates concern for the welfare of others; uses skills and knowledge to improve their quality of life o Recognizes and avoids conflicts of interest o Provides service to the community and society-at-large o Offers to help others when they are busy or in need of assistance o Shares opportunities for recognition with others o Does not seek to profit unfairly from others o Puts patient needs above their own, e., staying as long as necessary to ensure appropriate care • Continuing Commitment to Excellence and Pride in the Profession o Demonstrates dedication to his/her patients and the profession supported by a strong work ethic o Upholds the competent delivery of health care services; addresses lack of knowledge or skill in self and others o Conscientious; well-prepared for class and clinical rotations o Displays a consistent effort to exceed minimum requirements; demonstrates quality work • Covenantal Relationship with the Patient and Respect for Others o Empathetic and responsive to the needs of the patient, the patient’s family and other members of the health care team o Respects a patient’s autonomy, privacy, and dignity o Involves the patient as a partner in his/her health care decisions; honors the patient’s values and belief systems o Respects and appreciates the diversity of his/her patients o Listens and communicates effectively o Maintains appropriate boundaries o Advocates for others o Non-judgmental; displays compassion and empathy o Skillful in establishing a rapport with patients and other health care team members o Contributes to team building o Maintains composure and adapts well to changing or stressful situations o Resolves conflicts fairly • Creativity and Innovation o Contributes to quality improvement in all professional endeavors o Applies creative and innovative approaches to challenges o Contributes to the development of new knowledge and practices that advance pharmaceutical care • Conscience and Trustworthiness o Demonstrates a high degree of integrity, truthfulness, and fairness o Uses time and resources appropriately o Truthful about facts or events o Does not hide errors • Accountability o Demonstrates initiative, reliability and follow-through in fulfilling commitments o Promptly completes responsibilities in a timely manner (notifies appropriate individual of unexpected emergencies) o Responsible for, and accountable to others (e., patients and their families, society, and the profession) 5 o Accepts responsibility for one’s errors and explores ways to prevent errors from occurring in the future o Confronts individuals who demonstrate unprofessional behavior o Does not participate in activities that impair judgment or compromise patient care responsibilities o Accountable for his/her academic and professional performance • Ethically Sound Decision-Making o Demonstrates an awareness of professional norms, laws, and behavior; knowledgeable of theories and principles underlying ethical conduct o Adheres to high ethical and moral standards o Able to cope with a high degree of complexity and uncertainty o Controls emotions appropriately even under stressful conditions; maintains personal boundaries o Prioritizes responsibilities properly • Leadership o Contributes to the profession; actively involved in professional organizations or other venues o Proactive in solving social and professional challenges o Helps promote a culture of professionalism o Embraces and advocates for change that improves patient care o Encourages current and future pharmacists in their professional development Confidentiality Students must avoid discussing confidential, commercial/proprietary, and patient information because breach of confidentiality is against federal law and negatively affects the involved parties and the reputations of the College and university. To assure confidentiality within the academic and clinical settings, students and faculty must monitor the parties with whom they discuss issues of a personal nature, and the environment in which this is done.
All students must also comply with relevant state and federal confidentiality laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA). Because students have access to personal health information for patients during early and advanced practice experiences, they must respect the confidential nature of all information to which they have access, including but not limited to: patients’ personal health information provided to them orally or contained in patient medical records or maintained on a facility’s electronic information system. Students must not search for information on anyone who is not their patient at that time.