This policy protects patients from confusion regarding clinical provider/student status and supports compliance with ethical and legal standards governing healthcare education. Clinical Education Professional Appearance Professional appearance during SCPEs supports patient safety, infection prevention, and professional identity. Unless otherwise specified by the Clinical Director, Clinical Coordinator, supervising preceptor, or affiliated institution, students shall wear: ● Business professional attire ● Approved clinical attire ● Program-approved scrubs when appropriate ● Closed-toe professional footwear ● White consultation coat when required When worn, the consultation coat shall display: ● National Louis University PA Program identification ● Student first and last name ● PA-S designation Clinical affiliate requirements supersede Program dress expectations whenever more restrictive standards apply. Students are expected to review dress requirements with the preceptor before the first clinical day. Failure to compl y with affiliate policies may result in removal from the clinical experience until deficiencies have been corrected. Patient Safety and Clinical Site Compliance Students shall comply with all federal, state, institutional, and affiliate policies governing patient safety and infection prevention.
Students shall follow current guidance established by: ● Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) ● Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) ● Clinical affiliate infection prevention policies ● Clinical affiliate occupational health requirements
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