Hair must be of a color found in nature (no pink, blue, etc.). 3. Nails Nails are to be clean, groomed, and manicured. Artificial nails are prohibited in the clinical setting. Nails are to be cut to the tip of the finger and groomed. Only clear nail polish may be worn. No fingernail jewelry. 4. Other Makeup will be subdued. Personal hygiene including oral care, daily showering/bathing, and the use of deodorant is expected. No perfume or scented lotions are to be worn. Gum chewing is not permitted. Personal beepers, cell phones, and other such technology shall be utilized only during breaks from patient care. Cell phones must be turned off during clinical and left in the purse or student’s backpack. Tattoos must be covered and not visible. Refrain from smoking in clinical attire as the smoke can cling to clothes and be an irritant to patients. The College of Nursing ID must be worn in all clinical and lab settings. Clinical Attire Options A white lab coat with a UTA insignia patch (suggested) over professional dress or Scrubs if that is the dress for the agency or Business attire for Nursing Administration Students and NP Students based on clinical site. Additional Directions on Attire Clothing needs to be clean and not wrinkled. Undergarments and/or cleavage should not show when leaning or bending over. Professional attire is expected. No jeans/western cut pants, sweatshirts, and shirts of underwear type, see-through clothing, sleeveless shirts or any
Hair must be of a color found in nature (no pink, blue, etc.). 3. Nails Nails are to be clean, groomed, and manicured. Artificial nails are prohibited in the clinical setting. Nails are to be cut to the tip of the finger and groomed. Only clear nail polish may be worn. No fingernail jewelry. 4. Other Makeup will be subdued. Personal hygiene including oral care, daily showering/bathing, and the use of deodorant is expected. No perfume or scented lotions are to be worn. Gum chewing is not permitted. Personal beepers, cell phones, and other such technology shall be utilized only during breaks from patient care. Cell phones must be turned off during clinical and left in the student’s purse or backpack. Tattoos must be covered and not visible. Refrain from smoking in clinical attire as the smoke can cling to clothes and be an irritant to patients. The College of Nursing ID must be worn in all clinical and lab settings. Clinical Attire Options A white lab coat with a UTA insignia patch (suggested) over professional dress or Scrubs if that is the dress for the agency or Business attire for Nursing Administration Students and NP Students based on clinical site. Additional Directions on Attire Clothing needs to be clean and not wrinkled. Undergarments and/or cleavage should not show when leaning or bending over. Professional attire is expected. No jeans/western cut pants, sweatshirts, and shirts of underwear type, see-through clothing, sleeveless shirts or any