Immunizations for the Nursing Program

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VaccinationRequirement Summaries
Hep B/HBV (Hepatitis B)
  1. Proof of a 3-doseseries - dosesat 0, 1, and 6 months OR
  2. Proof of the HEPLISAV-B vaccine 2 dose series, 4 weeks apart OR
  3. Serologic proofof immunity OR
  4. Proof of a booster if the titer is "negative," “indeterminate,” or “equivocal” OR
  5. Documentation as a non-responder OR
  6. Documentation that the seriesis underway and on trackas described above OR
  7. Waiver provided by the school with medical documentation attached from a healthcare provider describing why the individual cannot complete the series
MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)
  1. Proof of 2 dosesgiven at least28 days apartOR
  2. Serologic proofof immunity OR
  3. Proof of a booster if the titer is "negative," “indeterminate,” or “equivocal” OR
  4. Waiver provided by the school with medical documentation attached from a healthcare provider describing why the individual cannot complete the series
Varicella (Chickenpox)
  1. Serologic proofof immunity OR
  2. Laboratory confirmation of disease OR
  3. Documentation of a diagnosis or verified history of varicella froma healthcare provider OR
  4. Proof of 2 dosesof Varicella vaccineat least 28 days apartOR
  5. Proof of a booster if the titer is "negative," “indeterminate,” or “equivocal” OR
  6. Waiver provided by the school with medical documentation attached from a healthcare provider describing why the individual cannot complete the series
Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis)
  1. Tdap withinthe last 10 years OR
  2. Waiver provided by the school with medical documentation attached from a healthcare provider describing why the individual cannot complete the series
Flu (Influenza)
  1. Seasonal vaccine required annually during the September-March flu season OR
  2. Waiver provided by the school with medical documentation attached from a healthcare provider describing why the individual cannot complete the series
Tuberculosis Testing (PPD TST (Purified Protein Derivative Tuberculin Skin Test), IGRA blood tests, & X-rays)
  1. If no history of previous annualTB testing, an initial two-step PPD skin testOR
  2. If previous annual tests AND current testing documentation can be provided, only a one-step within the last90 days is required fornew students OR
  3. Annual PPDskin test forall previously enrolled students OR

  4. An annual, negative QuantiFERON-TB Gold test (QFT-G), T-SPOT TB Test or other Food andDrug Administration (FDA)approved TB bloodtest (IGRA)

    For students with a positive TB skin test or IGRA test:

  5. A "negative" chestx-ray AND a "negative" TB screening report from a healthcare provider if it is a "new" positive TST or IGRA OR
  6. A "negative" chestx-ray within the past 5 years forthose with a history of a BCG vaccination, or a positive TST or IGRA
CPR
  1. Valid AHA BLS CPR card (American Heart Association Basic Life Support CPR)
Physical
  1. Performed by a healthcare provider stating the student is fit for practice that is less than 1 year old
Background
  1. cleared check performed at enrollment - must remain clear through the program
Drug Screen
  1. clear screening performed at enrollment and randomly throughout the program