Female
The official uniform consists of regulation
white slacks or skirt and red regulation knit shirt with the official
College of Nursing logo embroidered in white on the left sleeve. The
official red knit shirt with the logo cannot be substituted. Skirt hem
should be below knee but no longer than midcalf. The regulation uniform
jacket must have shoulder pads in place, cuffs rolled up to just above
the wrists, and the logo patch on the left sleeve. The name pin is to
be worn on the front left side of the jacket. When the jacket is not
worn, the name pin should be on the front left side of the red shirt.
White or neutral-colored hosiery (or socks if slacks are worn) must be
worn.
Male
The official uniform consists of
regulation white slacks and regulation red knit shirt with the College
of Nursing logo embroidered in white on the left sleeve. The white
uniform jacket without shoulder pads but with the College of Nursing
logo patch appropriately sewn on the left sleeve must be worn. The name
pin must be worn on the front left side of the jacket. When the jacket
is not worn, the name pin is to be placed on the front left side of the
red shirt. A white pants belt and white socks must be worn.
Registered Nurses
Registered nurse students must wear clean and professional-looking
white uniforms, white uniform shoes, and white hosiery. The uniform
must have a Rutgers` College of Nursing logo patch appropriately sewn
on the left sleeve.
Community Nursing Practice
All students, including registered nurses, must wear navy blue slacks
or skirts, plain white tailored blouses or shirts, and professional
business shoes (dark in color) with neutral- colored hosiery. Only
navy blue or black sweaters may be worn. Denim material is not
permitted.
Name Pins
The official Rutgers` College of Nursing red and white identification name pin must be worn at all times.
Hair
Hair must be above the collar, either short or securely fastened, and
be neat and clean. Men must be clean-shaven or have a neatly trimmed
beard and/or moustache. Extreme hair styles are not permitted and
include but are not limited to unnatural colors, tails, partially
shaved heads, and hair styles that impair vision.
Jewelry
Jewelry should be minimal (i.e., a wedding band, small post earrings, and a watch with a second hand).
Shoes
When the white uniform is worn, shoes must be white, of uniform type, and clean. Sneakers or clogs are not permitted.
Nails
Fingernails should be kept clean and trimmed so they are no longer than
one-fourth inch past the end of the finger. Nail polish, if worn, may
only be clear. Decals, charms, artificial nails, and airbrushing are
not permitted.
Body Jewelry
Body jewelry in visible places such as eyebrows, nose, lips, and tongue is not permitted during clinical rotations.
Cosmetics
Cosmetics may be used in moderation; perfume, cologne, and scented aftershave are discouraged.
Tattoos
Temporary tattoos (henna type) are not permitted on the face or hands, or in visible areas.
Miscellaneous
A stethoscope, bandage scissors, and goggles are required for students.
Laboratory coats are required for the microbiology lab. They are
strongly recommended for chemistry, anatomy, and physiology labs.
