Nursing Faculty Handbook Policies

Policy Category: Nursing Faculty Handbook
Approved: 01/24/2023

Welcome to College of Eastern Idaho Nursing Programs! We are pleased that you have chosen to work with us. Please do not hesitate to ask questions and seek assistance from the director and nursing program staff. We are very fortunate to have an outstanding and dedicated faculty as we continue to educate the future generation of nurses. Your expertise is needed as we move forward to achieve our vision. With your continued assistance, the realm…

Policy Category: Nursing Faculty Handbook
Approved: 01/24/2023

Organizational Structure

The Nursing programs are part of the Division of Career and Technical Education. Administrative linkages flow from the President to the Vice President of Academics to the Dean of Health and Human Services, to the Nurse Administrator/Chair, to the faculty and staff of the Associate Degree and Technical Degree programs. Please see the CEI website for the…

Policy Category: Nursing Faculty Handbook
Approved: 01/24/2023

College Of Eastern Idaho Mission

To provide open access to affordable, quality education that meets the needs of students, regional employers, and community.

Nursing Program Mission

The nursing department supports the overall mission of CEI by serving individuals and communities through educating competent, compassionate, and knowledgeable nursing students.

Nursing Program Vision…

Policy Category: Nursing Faculty Handbook
Approved: 01/24/2023

Nursing Faculty Employment Requirements

• Current unrestricted Idaho RN license
• Current Healthcare Provider level CPR card
• Proof of immunity for MMR, Varicella, Hepatitis B, Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis, COVID 19, yearly flu, COVID Vaccine, and screen for Tuberculosis.
• Master’s degree in Nursing or enrolled in a Master’s program with completion within 3 years of employment.
• Limited…

Policy Category: Nursing Faculty Handbook
Approved: 01/24/2023

Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

The nursing department follows the guidelines established under the FERPA. This policy is about maintaining student privacy. To avoid violations of FERPA rules, the faculty should not:

• Use student social security numbers
• Provide information or materials to students that allows them to see the work of other students
• Circulate a printed class list with…

Policy Category: Nursing Faculty Handbook
Approved: 01/24/2023

CEI Nursing Faculty Work Load Policy

Full Load is 11-12 load hours. Each load hour equates to about 3 hours per week of work

• Lead Faculty for Clinical oversight 0.25 load hour
  • Work with clinical coordinator and simulation coordinator to complete clinical schedule for group
  • Update paperwork with the team
  • Work with clinical coordinator to make sure clinical paperwork for course is turned in…

Policy Category: Nursing Faculty Handbook
Approved: 01/24/2023

Students are required to successfully complete assigned tests as outlined in the course syllabi. Tests will be given online and taken through ATI with the exceptions of closed testing centers, unexpected ATI or computer issues, or if instructors feel it is necessary for an alternative testing style. Nursing school is highly structured around tests and students' ability to apply knowledge to situations. The purpose of this is to help prepare…

Policy Category: Nursing Faculty Handbook
Approved: 01/24/2023

Nursing Chair/Co-Administrator

In addition to/aligned with the responsibilities of the Co-Administrator, functions as the nursing Chair. This summary is below.

Summary of Position

The Nursing Department Chair is a professional educator whose primary responsibility is to provide leadership in maintaining and promoting a high-quality nursing educational program that is responsive to transfer education, employer needs,…