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Clinical Clearance Requirements, Organized Before Rotation Starts

Nursing programs and clinical sites may ask for vaccine records, titers, TB testing, drug screening, and fit testing. BlueHive helps coordinate the services your program orders.

Your Questions, Answered

Common Questions & Answers

Here are the things employees like you want to know — and straight answers.

Your Question

I do not know which vaccines my nursing program will accept

The Answer

Follow the current checklist from your school or clinical site. Commonly requested items include MMR, varicella, hepatitis B, Tdap, influenza, and sometimes COVID-19 documentation, but requirements are not universal.

Bottom Line

A checklist based on your actual program instead of a generic list

Your Question

My vaccine records are old or incomplete

The Answer

Programs may accept prior records if they meet documentation rules. If records are missing or not accepted, your program may ask for titers, additional doses, or provider documentation.

Bottom Line

A clear path to resolve missing or rejected records

Your Question

I need a TB test before clinicals

The Answer

CDC describes two TB infection test types: TB blood tests and TB skin tests. Your school or clinical partner decides which test type and timing they accept.

Bottom Line

The right TB service coordinated for your program requirements

Your Question

Who decides whether I am cleared for clinical rotation?

The Answer

Your nursing program, clinical partner, or designated reviewer makes the final clearance decision. BlueHive helps coordinate ordered services and records, but does not replace the school's review process.

Bottom Line

Better organization without confusing who owns final clearance

Preparation Guides for Your Services

View the preparation guide for each service to know exactly what to expect

Quick Tips

  • 1Use your school's current checklist; requirements can change by cohort or clinical site
  • 2Gather childhood vaccine records before scheduling new vaccines or titers
  • 3Bring a valid photo ID and any school authorization form to the clinic
  • 4Ask whether your program accepts TB blood tests, TB skin tests, or both
  • 5Save copies of accepted records for future placements or jobs

Ready for Your Visit?

Clinical-placement requirements vary by school, state, and clinical partner. BlueHive can help students complete ordered occupational health services and keep documentation organized for program review.