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BEGINNING YOUR JOURNEY
Obtaining Your Emory Card
https://www.onecard.emory.edu/emorycard/
One of the first and most important activities you will have as a new student will be obtaining your official University ID. As a new student to Emory, you are encouraged to take advantage of the online photo submission option. To have your official University ID card ready for pick up upon your arrival to campus, we ask that you submit a professional color photo to https://www.onecard.emory.edu/emorycard/get-card/start-here.html
Photos for the EmoryCard are to be close-up, showing a full front view of your face and shoulders according to the requirements shown on the Photo Submission Guidelines. The card must provide the best photo possible for official University business. With certain exceptions for religious accommodations, you are not permitted to wear hats, sunglasses, or any other article that may obstruct the face or hair. Student photos are to be used for official University business as well as for identification at clinical sites. By submitting a photo online for your official University ID, you agree that the photo may be used by Emory University Student Records and/or the University Health Service.
All nursing students will be required to have proxy access on the EmoryCard to access restricted areas at the hospitals during clinical rotations; your ID with proxy access will cost $25 and an additional name badge that must be worn during clinical placement is $3. For all students who upload their picture to the EmoryCard website by the designated deadline, your EmoryCard will be available for pick-up at Orientation.
Please note: If you have already obtained an Emory ID Card, you will only be required to purchase the $3 name badge for hospital access. You should not be required to submit a new photo, but if you are unidentifiable from your picture, you may be asked to submit a new photo.
For more information, or if you have questions about this policy, call 404.727.6095 or email emorycard@emory.edu. The EmoryCard Office is located on the first floor of the Boisfeuillet Jones Center.
Emory Card Services
The EmoryCard is a debit and access identification card. You can use the EmoryCard at campus dining facilities and health services, in copy machines at campus libraries, and to access the Woodruff Physical Education Center, campus libraries, and computer labs.
Accessing Your Email
Email is the primary medium for official communication with students at Emory University. You have been assigned an official Emory email address by the University. Students are expected to maintain their accounts and check their email regularly so that new mail is properly received and read. Certain communications may be time sensitive.
Students cannot forward their official Emory email to another address. Emory email is encrypted and secure and must be read at email.emory.edu or via an email program that works with this service. Please refer to http://it.emory.edu/ for the full Emory University Information Technology Conditions of Use.
Personal Computer Specifications
The computer requirements and suggested computer configurations can be found by clicking the link: https://www.nursing.emory.edu/offices-and-services/information-technology.
Accessing Canvas
Canvas is Emory’s online course delivery system. Canvas users must have both an Emory NetID and password. Students who have forgotten their passwords may contact the Help Desk at 404.727.7777 or http://canvas-support.emory.edu/ for assistance. Directions for logging into Canvas and navigating are also located at http://canvas-support.emory.edu/
Address and Telephone Changes
It is important that your current address and telephone number are listed accurately with Emory’s student information system, OPUS. It is your responsibility to keep this information updated through your OPUS account at www.opus.emory.edu.
Weather
In the event of closing or delayed opening due to inclement weather, you may call the Closing Info Hotline at 404.727.1234 or go to http://www.emory.edu for Emergency and Special Announcements. Weather-related University closing or opening delays are also broadcast on local Atlanta radio and television stations.
Bookstore
The Emory University Barnes and Noble Bookstore, located in the Oxford Road Building, stocks new and used textbooks for Emory courses, as well as a broad selection of study aids, general and scholarly trade titles, School and office supplies, Emory-imprinted clothing and gifts, and other items.
Health Insurance
All Emory University students must obtain and maintain health insurance coverage for the duration of the program. Students are automatically enrolled into the Emory University Student Health Insurance Plan (EUSHIP). If you desire to be enrolled in EUSHIP, no further action is required. If you wish to waive enrollment and use your own insurance plan, access the waiver form in OPUS and refer to the health tile. The deadline to waive ANNUALLY is August 1st. For further information, including customer service guidance, refer to the student health insurance web page. For more information about the Aetna administered plan, refer to the Aetna Student Health website.
Note: Clinical agencies are not required to provide free treatment to students in the event of a needlestick or blood/body fluid exposure. Students should use their health insurance to cover the cost of treatment, and any uncovered costs will be reimbursed by the School of Nursing.
Resources for Students Who Are Parents
Lactation Room: This room is restricted use for lactation purposes only. Lactation rooms can be found at both locations within the School of Nursing. On main campus, the lactation room is located on the plaza level in the locker room alcove. At the Emory Nursing Learning Center, lactation rooms are available on the 2nd and 4th Floors. Refrigerators, microwaves, and privacy signs are available in each area. If assistance is needed onsite or to report a concern, please check with the reception desk on the main level.
Please contact Adam Malm in the Dean’s Office with any questions regarding access or space needs.
Adam Malm, Associate Dean for Operations, IT, & Registrar
Verification of Licensure
Every student pursuing a post-licensure degree in the School of Nursing and involved in clinical experiences in the state of Georgia must hold a current Georgia RN or multi-state license.
Students pursuing a post-licensure degree involved in clinical experiences in other states must hold a current RN license in that state. Students must submit a copy of their license and a picture ID via the clinical requirement credentialing system prior to enrolling. Licenses must be resubmitted when renewed. Students holding a compact license may practice in Georgia and all other states that are part of the Compact.
Post-licensure students with expired licenses will not be allowed to participate in clinical training or enroll in courses. Students are required to report any change in the status of licensure (any encumbrances) immediately to their Placement Coordinator and Specialty Director
RN Licensure Requirements for MN Pathway to MSN/DNP Programs
MN Pathway students matriculating to the MSN or DNP program must have a valid Registered Nursing license in the state they are planning to complete their clinical experience in or compact state license. A student who has not passed the NCLEX-RN examination by October 1st of their first semester in the MSN or DNP program of study may not enroll in subsequent semesters until they have passed the NCLEX-RN examination.
Parking
Parking on the Emory Campus requires the display of a valid permit. Only permits issued by Emory Transportation and Parking Services are valid. Permits are the property of Emory University. Permits are non-transferrable and are for use by the permit holder only. Parking deck assignments are made by Emory University Transportation & Parking Services department - the School of Nursing has no authority over parking deck assignments. Students are not guaranteed parking at any specific parking deck.
Any permit purchased requires submission of vehicle information for all vehicles that will be used with the permit. Vehicle information includes the make, model, color, style, and state issued license plate number. Failure to maintain current vehicle information with Parking Services will result in a fine. Permits can be requested in person at the Parking Office or online at http://transportation.emory.edu/. Students are responsible for ensuring their parking permit is valid.
Parking at 250 E. Ponce in Decatur – Emory Nursing Learning Center
You must be registered to park through Emory and have a valid hang permit. You must use your Emory ID to enter and exit this parking deck. This parking deck is managed by Collaborate Real Estate and is not affiliated with Emory University. Emory University students may ONLY park in Emory designated areas on the upper level or the unmarked overflow spaces on lowest level -
T. Parking is not allowed in Reserve, Handicap, or Visitor spaces.
Collaborative Real Estate reserves the right to tow or boot any vehicle illegally or improperly parked in Reserve, Handicap, or Visitor spaces at the owner’s risk and expense without prior written notice (GA. Code 44-1-12).
You acknowledge and agree that Collaborative Real Estate and the owner of the 250 E Ponce de Leon Ave. assume no responsibility for any loss or damage of any automobile, contents, or any part thereof by fire, theft, vandalism or otherwise. You park at the Facility at your own risk. No bailment is created, and you will lock my vehicle and retain my keys.
Always use your card to enter and exit the property, even if the gates are up. Please note the card system will not allow two sequential-like transactions. Once used for entry, the card must be used for exit before it can be used to enter again.
You agree to abide by any and all regulations pertaining to the use of the Facility by Collaborative Real Estate and further agree to park any vehicles in the designated area.
Transportation
Students are responsible for their transportation to clinical sites. Many clinical sites are located across the metro area and require travel outside of the Emory network. Travel and parking costs are not reimbursed. Those without personal transportation are not guaranteed priority clinical placement. There are free shuttle services that serve the Emory University Hospital, Emory University Hospital–Midtown and Grady Memorial Hospital. The schedule can be found at http://transportation.emory.edu or by calling 404.727.PARK (7275).
Cliff routes and schedules can be found on the Emory Website at http://transportation.emory.edu/shuttles/index.html.
Public transportation between the NHWSN and the ENLC is available.
The CCTMA shuttle 22 runs a loop from in front of the Nursing School at 1520 Clifton to the Decatur Marta station. The ENLC is two blocks from multiple stops including the Decatur Marta station. https://transportation.emory.edu/shuttles/cctma
SafeRide, Late Night Shuttle, and Walking Escorts
https://transportation.emory.edu/saferide
The ultimate goal of the SafeRide service is to connect you safely to your final destination on Emory University’s campus. The program provides a safe escort to an employee or student who feels unsafe travelling to areas of campus that are not directly served by shuttle service or for those times when the shuttle service is not in operation.
Use the Passio Go App’s OnDemand (https://passiotech.com/mobile-app/#download-sec) feature for the overnight SafeRide shuttle service or contact dispatch by phone at 404.727.7555 for shuttle service and walking escorts. Download the application at: https://transportation.emory.edu/saferide for all smart devices.
The system allows you to reserve a ride from the safety of your dorm room, office, library, etc., and will provide real-time vehicle tracking. You'll receive an alert when the bus is 3-5 minutes away from picking you up. The SafeRide may be a shuttle, golf cart, vehicle or walking escort to your destination. SafeRide operates from 9:00PM – 5:00AM. Late night shuttle Thursday-Sunday from 11:00PM to 3:00AM.
If you are traveling on campus after dark, you should always do so in groups of two or more people. If you need to walk alone and want an escort, you should call for a SafeRide escort.
Security Escorts to and from Parking Decks
We encourage students to request a security escort to and from the parking decks. Each campus also provides motorist assistance. Contact information for security escorts at each site are:
Emory Main Campus: 404.727.7555
Emory Midtown: 404.686.2597
Grady: 404.616.4025
Veterans Hospital: 404.728.7641 or 404.321.6111 (ext. 4911)
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, Egleston – Call the Emory Main Campus escort if your car is parked on Emory’s campus or call 404.785.6142 if your car is parked in the ED parking at Egleston.
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, Hughes Spalding, Call Grady Escort: 404.616.4025
Emergency "blue light" phones located throughout campus link callers directly to the Emory Police Department in order to report emergencies and request security escorts. Although parking decks have restricted access, the possibility still exists for break-ins. Please remove all valuables from your vehicle and either store them in locked storage spaces provided at each site or leave them at home.
Emory University Office of Critical Event Preparedness and Response (CEPAR) coordinates campus-wide activities related to unusual events. CEPAR uses www.emory.edu website bulletins, cell phone text messages, emails and other means to notify community members about precautions and plans.
Emory University-Affiliated Hospitals Public Safety Departments
Officers are on duty 24 hours each day. Students are encouraged to notify the Public Safety Departments concerning any activity which may compromise an individual student's safety and/or the safety of any other students, physicians, residents, hospital employees, patients, or visitors.
Emory University Hospital: 404.712.5598
Emory University Midtown Hospital: 404.686.2597
Grady Hospital: 404.616.4024
Veterans Hospital: 404.728.7641 (ext. 7641)
Other important numbers to have include the following:
Emory Police Department: 404.727.6111
DeKalb County Police: 404.371.2000
Students are encouraged to download Emory Safe, Emory University’s personal safety mobile app.
In an emergency, call 911!