NURSING CLEARANCES
The Student Health Service reviews all required documentation necessary for students entering the CSUB Nursing Programs. Each student must provide the SHS with medical records for each requirement listed in the current "Health Requirements for Nursing" which applies to their program (undergraduate or graduate). All of these tests, examinations and immunizations may be obtained at the SHS at a reasonable cost. If you choose to go to another medical provider bring all of your documentation into the SHS. The deadline for completion of the health clearance is determined by the Nursing Department.
If you are a new nursing student review the list of health requirements, gather your documentation of vaccinations, physical exam and any lab you have already done and make an appointment with a SHS nurse to review your documents and make a plan to complete the remaining requirements. Once all of the documentation is in your record at the SHS you will be issued a "Health Clearance" to take to Nursing.
The following requirements are provided for your convenience. Refer to your student handbook or the Nursing Department for the latest and official version. Listed below: 1) Undergraduate Requirements, 2) Graduate Requirements, and 3) SHS Fee Schedule.
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS FOR NURSING 2009-2010
INITIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR UNDERGRADUATES
The following health
requirements apply to all newly admitted undergraduate and transfer
students to the nursing program.
The Student Health Service (SHS) will complete a Health Clearance Form
after the following have been verified and placed on file.
1. Completed Health History Form.
2. Physical examination within the last year.
3. Lab requirements: CBC, UA.
4. Tuberculin Skin Test. Two-step testing will
be required of all students entering the Nursing Program. That is, two
TB skin tests separated by 1 to 3 weeks will be needed. Testing must be
done after June 1st if entering in Fall or after January 1st
if entering in Spring. Verification must include date, reading at 48-72
hours, and the name of the agency providing the service. Skin test
should not be repeated if the previous test was positive.
Those students with positive results will be evaluated by the Student
Health Services. A chest x-ray will be required for those students who
have a positive skin test for the first time. The chest x-ray will be
repeated again the second year prior to Fall Quarter. Verification of
x-ray must include patient name, date, radiologist’s reading, and name
of the agency providing the service.
5. Required Immunizations:
Written verification must be in English and include the patient name,
date given and provider signature.
Hepatitis B Vaccine Series. The series consists of
three injections given over a period of 6 months. The Hepatitis B
Surface Antibody (HBsAB) test will be drawn 1 month after the last
injection.
Rubeola/Mumps/Rubella (MMR) vaccination must have been
given after 1968 and after 15 months of age. Rubeola, rubella and mumps
titers, showing immunity to each disease, are acceptable in place of
vaccinations. Two doses of measles vaccine given before entry into
college are recommended for those born after 1956.
Varicella (Chickenpox) vaccination. Students must have
a varicella titer showing immunity to Chickenpox. If immunity is not
shown, the student will be required to have the Varicella (Chickenpox)
vaccination given in 2 doses one month apart. This vaccination is given
through the Public Health Department not Student Health Services.
Highly Recommended Vaccinations:
Tetanus,
Diphtheria and Acellular Pertussis Vaccine (TDAP) every
10 years.
Influenza Vaccine - given yearly in October/November
well ahead of the flu season.
Hepatitis A Vaccine - two injections given 6 months
apart. Meningitis Vaccine -
one vaccination recommended.
6. Latex Allergy: Students will be asked whether they have a known allergy to latex.
7. Non-NIDA Drug Testing. Drug testing will be done at the student’s expense at an off campus site contracting with the SHS. Referral forms are to be picked up the day prior or the day of testing at the SHS. Non-NIDA screening will be done one time for each entering student at the beginning of the academic year. Results from the laboratory will be sent directly to the CSUB SHS and reported to the Chair of the Nursing Department. Results will not be noted on the health clearance form.
8. Worker’s Compensation Form: All nursing students must complete a "Health Questionnaire" to be eligible for Worker's Compensation while in a clinical setting. Turn the original questionnaire into the SHS, a copy is maintained in your medical record and the original is sent to CSUB Human Resources.CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, BAKERSFIELD
STUDENT HEALTH CENTER
2009-2010 FEE SCHEDULE (as of 12/09)
| Physical examination (includes UA) | $35.00 |
| CBC | $15.00 |
| Tuberculin Skin Test | $ 20.00 |
| Diphtheria/Tetanus (dT) Vaccination | $50.00 |
| Rubeola/Mumps/Rubella Vaccination (MMR) | $60.00 |
| Rubella titer | $11.00* |
| Rubeola titer | $14.25* |
| Mumps titer | $14.50* |
| Hepatitis A Vaccination (per injection) | $35.00 |
| Hepatitis B Vaccination (per injection) | $40.00 |
| Hepatitis B Surface Antibody test (HBsAB) | $14.50* |
| Influenza Vaccination (October/November) | $15.00 |
| Meningitis Vaccination | $105.00+ |
| Varicella Vaccination (per injection) | $95.00+ |
| Varicella titer | $14.25* |
| Chest X-ray | $37.00t |
| Non-NIDA Drug Test (done at National Toxicology Lab in Bakersfield) | $75.00 |
*These lab tests are sent off campus for processing. Prices may vary. There is a
draw fee of $5.00 for processing of off-campus blood draws. Cash payment is
expected at the time of service.
tX-ray charge includes a $15 radiologist reading done off campus.
+Because of cost and/or storage requirements varicella and meningitis
vaccines are ordered on an individual basis.
Note: Prices are up-to-date December 2009. However, charges are subject to annual review and may vary from these amounts at the time of service.