Clinical Update: February 17, 2016

Hello, students!

It's winter turning slowly into spring here in northern Utah and it's a beautiful thing to see the sun again after so many cloudy weeks. I hope you've gotten settled in the new semester and are working hard in your classes and clinical placements. A few things to share with you:

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1. I'm pleased to introduce Jenny Schultz, our new Preceptor Liaison. Since she works mainly with preceptors, students won't have a ton of reasons to interact with her, but if your preceptor or a potential preceptor has questions, they can reach her via the external email at preceptors (at) midwifery.edu. You can also contact her on the MCU messaging system by typing her name into the other recipients box. Remember, Jenny is focused on making sure we have the best, most supported preceptors for our students!

2. I will be hosting Live office hours again next Monday, February 22 from 1-3 pm MST
You can log in and get answers to your questions right away!

3. We have another exciting Clinical Rounds coming up. Elaine Arnold will be presenting on Tuesday, March 15 at 11 am MST on the management of labor and delivery of a morbidly obese client. Please remember to view the Ground Rules session before attending clinical rounds for the first time.

Ask your preceptor if they have taken advantage of the free CEUs MCU is offering this month!

4. Finally, first semester students (and everyone!) make sure you've finished and submitted the Clinical Handbook assignment in CLNC 100. This goes over the critical information you need to know BEFORE you start your first clinical placement and should be completed your FIRST semester at MCU. Don't put it off, it's easy!

Have a wonderful day and I wish you all the best!