Student Health Services

The mission of Student Health Services is to enhance the educational process by providing quality health care and promoting an optimal level of health and wellness among the student body.

To fulfill our mission the Student Health Services staff will:

Provide quality health care
Adhere to ethical, professional and legal standards
Offer health promotion activities to advance student growth and development
Refer students for services not available on campus
Monitor for and respond to public health concerns

Services and Hours

Student Health Services is open 24/7 during the academic year; and Monday - Friday 8 am - 4 pm during the summer and on breaks. In order to serve our Slippery Rock University students better and to stay current with healthcare trends, all staff participate in a weekly staff meeting on Thursday from 2 pm - 4 pm. There are no appointments available at that time.

Determining Risk of Pregnancy

It is Student Health Services protocol to determine risk of pregnancy in all patients capable of becoming pregnant prior to prescribing medications because some medications are harmful during pregnancy.

24/7 Registered Nurse Evaluation
24 hours/day, 7 days/week (academic year) 724.738.2052

Mental health concerns (for appointments with a counselor, consult the SRU Student Counseling Center)
Sexual assault or rape
Injuries, lacerations, sprains, fractures, and burns
Head or eye injuries
Diarrhea and/or vomiting
Animal or human bites
Abdominal pain
Headache
Emergency Contraception (morning after pill)
Drug/alcohol related issues
Burning or frequent urination
Change to ongoing health
Conditions (asthma, diabetes)
Illness with fever
TB tests
Pregnancy testing

Nurse Appointments
Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 4:00 pm, 724.738.2052

Health assessment, treatment, education, and referral
Minor injury care and follow up
Minor illness
Immunizations for Tetanus/Pertussis/Diphtheria, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, and Influenza
Allergy injections until 4:00 pm
Blood work (must have a healthcare provider's order)
Depo Provera Injections (must have a healthcare provider's order)

Physician & Nurse Practitioner Appointments
Sunday - Friday, evening appointments are available, 724.738.2052

Medical evaluation, treatment and management of acute and chronic illness
Physical exams can be completed here (Call for more information)
Gynecological services: annual exam or vaginal infection
Sexually transmitted infection (STI) exams and treatment
Pregnancy counseling and referral
Birth Control

Student Health and related pages are not meant to replace the advice of a health care professional. You should not utilize information on these pages to replace consultations with qualified professionals regarding your own specific health situation.

24/7 SHS Transportation

The Student Health Services (SHS) vehicle is available to transport students with injury or illness to Student Health Services for evaluation, or if necessary to the nearest health care facility with a referral from the SHS nurse.

The vehicle is available 24/7 and is operated by SHS student employees. The SHS vehicle is not ambulance transportation. The SHS nurse may determine if a student's condition warrants more urgent transportation than the SHS vehicle. The vehicle may not be available when class is not in session or due to inclement weather.

In order for the vehicle to be available for students who require transportation for acute illness or injury care, students who have recurring appointments (for example physical therapy) are expected to arrange their own transportation.

Student Health Fee

The Health Fee enables Student Health Services (SHS) to provide routine health care, health promotion programs and perform public health functions. The Health Fee is mandatory for all students enrolled in on-campus classes. The fee will appear as a line item on the tuition invoice.

The Health Fee does not eliminate the need for health/hospitalization insurance.

Currently, the on-campus Health Fee is $172.50 per semester for full time students and pro-rated per credit hour for part-time students. Students with off-campus courses (internships, exclusively on-line) may utilize Health Services and have the option of paying the health fee or a per visit charge of $44.

Services Covered by Health Fee

Routine care appointments are available with registered nurses, nurse practitioners and physicians. Walk-in patients are evaluated by a registered nurse, who will schedule appointments, as necessary.

RN nursing evaluation care 24/7 during the academic year
General medical care, orders for lab, and x-ray
Reproductive wellness care
Contraceptive education
Allergy injections by appointment
Finger stick glucometer checks (for blood sugar)
Pregnancy tests
Transportation for x-ray and other appointments scheduled by the SHS during the academic year, when available. During inclement weather and when class is not in session, transportation may not be available.
Physical exams for example: athletics, internships, drivers application, and employment by appointment (call for more information).
Health Promotion services
Cold self-care center

Services Not Covered by Health Fee

Costs incurred are the responsibility of the students.
- Sexually transmitted infection (STI) counseling and treatment by appointment (there is a minimal fee for STI testing)
- Lab and x-ray (off-site facilities)
  Payment for any lab work, including pap smear, lab fees, or x-rays are the responsibility of the student.
- Nebulizer treatments
- Prescriptions
- Immunizations and TB tests
- Mono and Strep testing

Your Rights and Responsibilities as a Consumer

Your rights as a consumer

As a Student Health Services client you are entitled to the following rights as a consumer of health care:

Clients will be treated with dignity, respect, courtesy, and privacy. Health care is given regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or illness. Interpreter services are available.
Clients will be greeted by name and receive an explanation of Student Health Services routines, policies, and facilities where appropriate.
All health care professionals will wear proper identification including name and title.
Care will be provided by health care professionals who are qualified through education, experience, and training. Your personal plan of care may include a referral to community health care providers.
Clients will receive direct, appropriate health care education and/or counseling and be informed of the plan for their care, including an explanation of procedures, medications, and treatments ordered.
Client disclosures and records are treated confidentially and cannot be released to a third party without your permission, except as required by law.
Clients are provided, to the degree known, information concerning their diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis. When it is medically inadvisable to give such information to client, the information is provided to a person designated by the client or to a legally authorized person.
Clients can refuse any treatment that is not understood or not wanted.
Clients have an opportunity to discuss with the health care provider their needs (physical, emotional or spiritual) and to participate, along with their family, in their individual health care plan and address any questions or problems about their medical care.
Clients are informed of their right to change a health care provider.
Advertising regarding competence and capabilities of Student Health Services staff that is not misleading.
Information is available to clients and staff concerning:
- client's rights listed above
- client conduct and responsibilities
- services available
- provisions for after-hours care (semester breaks and summer)
- fees for services
- the right to refuse to participate in research
- methods for expressing grievances and suggestions to the organization
Clients can expect the health care professional to advocate for them.
Clients can expect the RN/NP to be responsible for informing the Student Health Services physician or other health care provider of changes in their condition.
Clients will receive basic nursing care including concern for personal hygiene, safety, nutrition, activity, rest, and comfort according to their needs.
Compliments, complaints, grievances, questions or concerns can be addressed by your health care provider or the Student Health Services director.

your responsibilities as a consumer

The following is a list of your responsibilities:

Provide complete and accurate information to the best of your ability about your health, and any medications (including over-the-counter products and dietary supplements and any allergies or sensitivities).
Ask sufficient questions to ensure an understanding of your illness or health problem.
Follow your provider's recommendations for continuing care including medication and follow up evaluations.
Provide a responsible adult to transport you home from the facility and remain with you, if specified by your health care provider.
Inform your health care provider about any living will, medical power of attorney, or other directive that could affect your care.
Accept personal financial responsibility for any charges not covered by your insurance or health service fee.
Show courtesy and respect to health care personnel and to other clients.
Never lend your personal identification to others for use to obtain health care.
If you are unable to keep an appointment, please cancel or reschedule as far in advance as possible.
Never give medication that has been prescribed for you to others.
Communicate with your health care provider if your condition worsens or does not follow the expected course.
Never give false information to your health care provider.
Only seek services during periods you have paid the Student Health Services fee.

Accreditation

One of the most important things we do to earn your trust is to participate voluntarily in the accreditation process through the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC).

Our accreditation tells you that the AAAHC's independent team of health care professionals has taken a close look at us and found that we meet their rigorous, nationally recognized standards for quality health care services.

Accreditation demands a high level of commitment and effort. It challenges us always to find better ways to serve you. It reminds us constantly that our first and most important responsibility is to see that you receive the best care we can possibly provide.

Our accreditation gives you that extra measure of confidence you want in your health care services. It's one more way for us to say "We care about you."

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