Proposed Changes Provided to ONA by CMH. SCOPE: Added Locums/Agency Staff and other contracted individuals that regularly perform work at the hospital

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1 Proposed Changes Provided to ONA by CMH SCOPE: Added Locums/Agency Staff and other contracted individuals that regularly perform work at the hospital GENERAL POLICY STATEMENT: Employee appearance reflects the Hospital s standard of cleanliness and professionalism. It is therefore important that a Hospital-wide minimum standard for appearance be followed and that department-specific guidelines be defined and followed. A consistent professional appearance by CMH representatives gives the perception of quality and confidence to our patients, their families, visitors and other customers. It is therefore essential that all CMH representatives on duty be professional in appearance, clean, well-groomed and wear attire appropriate and safe for the work environment. PURPOSE: The purpose of this policy is to define standards of grooming and dress that are consistent with Columbia Memorial Hospital s Mission Statement and Values for providing quality service, and standards that contributes to an environment of professionalism, safety and caring. To outline for all CMH representatives the required dress code for maintaining a professional appearance while on duty. DEFINITIONS: None Patient Care Areas: areas providing service to patients for clinical reasons

2 POLICY: A. Employees are to follow the dress code standards and any department specific policies developed to conform to the safety and hygiene requirement of the position B. For security purposes, name tags are to be worn at chest height at all times. Lanyards must have breakaway tabs. C. All employees are expected to exercise good judgment in their apparel and grooming habits. Clothing shall be clean, ironed, non-revealing and in good repair. D. Hair shall be clean, well-groomed and appropriate to the job. Moustaches and beards shall be neat and groomed. E. Perfume, cologne, or aftershave that may adversely affect those that are ill or allergic should be avoided. Smoke odor may affect others and should be avoided. All CMH employees and representatives are to follow the dress code standards and any department specific policies developed to conform to the safety and hygiene requirement of the position/department. All employees and representatives must adhere to this policy when clocked in and performing work duties including training and education. For security purposes, CMH identification badges are to be worn at chest height while on duty. Lanyards must have breakaway tabs. No stickers or pins may be attached to the picture side of the badge or to interfere with the badge circuitry (also see policy , Identification Badge Human Resources). All employees are expected to exercise good judgment in their apparel and grooming habits. Clothing shall be clean, ironed, nonrevealing and in good repair. Hair shall be clean, well-groomed and appropriate to the job. Hair color must be entirely of natural tones. Non-natural colors such as pink, blue, green, etc. are not acceptable including highlights and lowlights. Moustaches and beards shall be neat and groomed. Fragrances and scented products shall be used in moderation or avoided. Smoke odor may affect others and should be avoided. Care should be taken to ensure general body hygiene including body and mouth odor.

3 F. Due to infection control issues, in patient care areas (those areas dealing with patients, patient equipment, and food, medication, and support services departments, there can be no artificial nails of any type and any nail polish worn must not be chipped. Natural nails must be kept short (no longer than ¼ inch beyond the fingertip) and clean. See: Hand Hygiene Procedures policy G. Keeping employee safety in mind, jewelry must be conservative, nonoffensive, and worn in moderation. In keeping with customer satisfaction expectations, visible body piercing is limited to pierce ears and nose piercing (no larger than 1/8 inch). No nose rings. No dangling jewelry including earrings and necklaces in direct patient care areas. No artificial nails may be worn by those providing direct patient care. Natural nails must be kept short (no longer than ¼ inch beyond the fingertip), clean and nail polish, if worn, must be unchipped and smooth. See: Hand Hygiene Procedures policy Keeping employee safety in mind, jewelry must be conservative, non-offensive, and worn in moderation. In keeping with customer satisfaction expectations, visible body piercing is limited to pierced ears and nose piercing (no larger than 1/8 inch). No ear plugs or gauges. No nose rings. No dangling jewelry including earrings and necklaces in direct patient care areas. H. Visible tattoos must be covered. Visible tattoos must be covered however non-offensive ring-type tattoos are allowed I. Professional Pants/Capris may be worn Professional Pants/Capris (defined as mid to lower calf) may be worn. J/1.Per OSHA regulation, for safety and employee protection purposes, shoes must be closed toe and may include nursing or athletic shoes. Open toed shoes/sandals are prohibited in any patient care area including clinics. Per OSHA regulation, for safety and employee protection purposes in patient care areas including clinics, shoes must be closed toe and may include nursing or athletic shoes. Open toed shoes/sandals are prohibited in any patient care area including clinics.

4 J. Uniforms, scrubs, and lab coats are to be purchased by employees. The only exception is for departments that OSHA Blood borne Pathogen regulations require protective clothing to be laundered by the facility (OR, ER, Surgery/PACU, Lab, Maternity and Urgent Care, etc.,). Individual who supply their own uniform, scrubs and lab coats, for infection control purposes, must be laundered daily. If your clothing becomes soiled by blood or body fluid, alternative clothing will be supplied to you and the hospital will launder your clothing for you Unacceptable clothing items throughout policy: Denim pants or jeans of any color (unless appropriate for the type of work performed and department dress code. Denim is acceptable however in shirts, skirts, jumpers, dresses, and scrubs) Revealing/low cut blouses, top and/or dresses Souvenir T-shirts, sweatshirts, or T-shirts with writing and logos other than those with the CMH Hospital logo Uniforms, scrubs, and lab coats are to be purchased by employees. The only exception is for departments that OSHA bloodborne pathogen regulations require protective clothing to be laundered by the facility (ED, Surgery/PACU, Lab, Family Birthing Center, and Urgent Care, etc.,). Individuals who supply their own uniform, scrubs and lab coats, for infection control purposes, must be laundered daily. If clothing becomes soiled by blood or body fluid, alternative temporary clothing will be supplied and the hospital will launder the soiled clothing. Unacceptable clothing items: Denim in any form, including jeans/pants, skirts, jackets, dresses, etc. Overly tight/revealing/low cut/or sheer clothing T-shirts, sweatshirts, and hoodies, including those with writing and logos. Camouflage patterned clothing PROCEDURE: B. Employee who arrives at work inappropriately dressed will be asked to clock out and go home and change their attire D. Department Manager can write additional department requirements with approval from Human Resources, Senior Management and Infection Control Employee who arrives at work inappropriately dressed will be asked to clock out and go home and change their attire in order to comply with this policy Department Managers/Directors may further define departmental dress code policies based on safety, regulatory or service requirements with Executive Team approval.

5 None When a decision regarding the appropriateness of work attire is needed, management will decide None Emergency Call-In: Exceptions to this policy may be made in times that an employee or representative is called in during a non-scheduled shift for an emergent situation, typically a code.