Policy Statement
The Christ College of Nursing and Health Sciences is committed to the safety of all individuals within its community, including employees, students, visitors, and particularly minors who come to campus or attend College activities. Minors come to The Christ College of Nursing and Health Sciences (“College”) campus for a variety of reasons. They may visit as prospective students or for other occasions. Whatever the reason for their presence, the College’s employees are to be particularly vigilant regarding their safety and security.
The College will make every reasonable effort to conduct its investigation of reported child abuse or neglect in a manner that protects the confidentiality of the person making the report. However, it may be necessary to disclose details in the course of an investigation or when required by law.
Nothing in this policy is intended to prevent non-employees, such as students and visitors, from making a report if they have reasonable cause to suspect that child abuse or neglect has occurred or may occur. Employees and students in clinical must follow the policy of the clinical site.
Definitions
A “minor” or “child” is defined as any person under the age of eighteen (18) years old and any person with a physical or mental disability under the age of twenty-one (21). Minor and child are used interchangeably in this policy. For purposes of this policy, the term “employee” also includes students who are working with minors in a clinical environment or other similar situations.
Procedure
Procedure for Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse or Neglect
Related Documents
Ohio Revised Code reporting child abuse or neglect
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