Use of Technology

Use of Technology

This policy applies to all Radiography (RT) students.

Policy Statement

Cell phones, smartwatches, and other personal electronic communication devices are not allowed in the clinical setting. These devices should be stored until a scheduled break. Laptop, iPad and other personal device usage for EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY is at the discretion of the assigned clinical site (see note below). Students should not be completing any coursework when there are exams and technologist duties available. If a student is reprimanded for cell phone use or inappropriate personal device use, the student will be sent home from their clinical rotation and required to make up any missed clinical time.  

Note: Personal electronic devices-laptops, iPads, etc. are not allowed during any shift in the Nebraska Medicine main department areas (Main D/S, ER, F, LOC, WH).