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Clinical Dress-Code Guide and Required Clinical Supplies  
The official Ogeechee Technical College Practical Nursing Student Uniform is designed to clearly identify students as members of the healthcare team and to reflect the professionalism of both the Practical Nursing Program and OTC. Students are expected to maintain a clean, neat, and appropriate appearance during all clinical, lab, and simulation experiences. The following dress code must be strictly followed: 
 
Uniform Requirements 
Official Ogeechee Technical College uniform top with embroidered logo – must be clean, pressed, and in good condition (no stains, tears, or fading). 

  • The Practical Nursing Student patch will be placed on the left sleeve centered and 1” from the shoulder seam of the scrub top and jacket.
  • Official uniform pants – must match the designated uniform and be clean, pressed, and in good repair. 
  • Shoes – solid white, black, or grey leather shoes or leather sneakers only. Shoes must be clean and in good condition. Clogs, high-top sneakers, and footwear with colored logos or insignia are not permitted. 
  • Socks/Stockings – plain white socks or stockings must be worn at all times. 
  • Scrub Cap - plain black scrub cap can be worn if desired.  
  • Student ID Badge – current Ogeechee Technical College Student ID must be visibly worn at all times while the student is on campus, or while participating clinical and lab activities. 
  • Outerwear: Only the official Ogeechee Technical College lab coat may be worn over the nursing uniform. Sweaters, hoodies, jackets, or other outerwear are not permitted. 

 

  Women  Men
Tops   IRG 2801 Quiet Grey IRG 2851  QG
Pants  IRG 6801/6803 Quiet Grey IRG 6851   QG
Jacket  IRG 2811/4811 White IRG 2861/CHE 360 White
PREM Tops  MUC 5001/5002 Quiet Grey MUC 5801/5802 QG
PREM Pants  MUC 5091/5092 Quiet Grey MUC 5891/5892 QG
PREM Jacket  MUC 5061 White  
PREM Tops  PREM Tops ZAV 1165 Light Grey  
PREM Pants  PREM Pants ZAV 3060/3063 Light Grey  
PREM Jacket  PREM Jacket ZAV 2056 White  

Required Clinical Supplies 

Students must bring the following items to all clinical, lab, and simulation settings: 

  • Stethoscope 
  • Bandage scissors 
  • Penlight 
  • Watch with a sweep or digital second hand (required for time-sensitive assessments)
  • Black ink pen 
  • Small notebook for documentation and quick reference 

Additional Requirements related to Professional Appearance  
The nursing student’s appearance reflects both professional standards and the reputation of Ogeechee Technical College. Students are expected to consistently maintain a clean, neat, and professional appearance in all classrooms, labs, simulations, and clinical environments. 

Fingernails 
- Must be short, not extending beyond the fingertips. 
- Only clear or natural-colored nail polish is permitted. 
- Artificial nails of any kind are not allowed due to infection risk. This includes tips, wraps, acrylics, and gel enhancements. 
 
Jewelry 
Permitted items include: 
- One ring (e.g., wedding band) 
- Two pairs of small stud earrings 
- Wristwatch with second hand (essential for clinical tasks) 
Some clinical settings may prohibit all jewelry; students are required to comply with agency-specific policies. 
 
Piercings and Ear Gauges

  • Visible facial piercings (e.g., eyebrow, lip, tongue, cheek, nose) are not permitted. 
  • Ear gauges must be plugged with skin-tone plugs. 

Hair and Facial Hair 

  • Hair must be neatly styled, off the collar, and away from the face to maintain hygiene and safety. 
  • Hair must be of a natural color, defined as colors that grow naturally (e.g., no bright or neon colors such as pink, purple, green). 
  • Facial hair must be neatly groomed and trimmed. 

Tattoos  
Tattoos are not required to be covered unless they are offensive in nature, which will be at the sole discretion of the course faculty and program director.  
 
Scent-Free Policy 
To promote a safe environment for all patients, peers, and staff: 

 

  • Scented products (e.g., perfume, cologne, body sprays, lotions, scented hair products) should not be worn in the classroom, skills lab, SIM lab, or clinical settings. These products may cause respiratory distress, allergic reactions, or headaches in sensitive individuals. 
  • Tobacco odors on the body, clothing, or personal belongings are considered inappropriate and may be offensive to others. 
  • Students who arrive with strong odors—including from scented products or tobacco smoke—may be dismissed from class, lab, simulation, or clinical and marked absent according to the attendance guidelines. 

Compliance and Enforcement 
The clinical agency and nursing faculty reserve the right to deny access to any lab, simulation, or clinical experience if a student fails to comply with the dress code. 
 
Violations may result in: 

  • A written clinical warning 
  • Dismissal from the learning environment for the day 
  • An unexcused clinical absence, which must be made up per the program’s clinical attendance guidelines 
     

Some clinical units (e.g., operating rooms) may have additional dress code requirements. Students assigned to these areas are expected to fully comply with the specific agency’s protocol.