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The Iowa Board of Nursing | Home Sexual contact with a client constitutes sexual misconduct and is a violation of the Iowa Code and Nursing Board rules. Sexual misconduct: A specific type of professional misconduct which involves the use of power, influence, and/or special knowledge that is inherent in one's profession in order to obtain sexual gratification from the people a particular profession is intended to serve. Sexual contact between a nurse and a former client after termination of the nurse-client relationship may still constitute unethical conduct if the sexual contact is a result of the exploitation of trust, knowledge, influence, or emotions derived from the professional relationship. www.state.ia.us /nursing/sexual_misconduct.html   (1595 words)

Sexual misconduct - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Sexual misconduct is misconduct of a sexual nature. For a person in a position of authority it includes in particular any sexual activity between him or her and one of his or her subordinates. For example, a teacher may be fired and a doctor may have his medical license revoked due to sexual misconduct. en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Sexual_misconduct   (169 words)

Colorado College | Sexual Misconduct Policy Engaging in sexual contact with a person whose judgment is substantially impaired by drugs or alcohol, or who is unconscious or asleep, or giving a person drugs or alcohol with the intent to impair his or her judgment or make them unconscious is a violation of this policy. The initiator of sexual contact will be found in violation of this policy if it is determined that he or she knew or should have known that the other person’s judgment was substantially impaired at the time consent was obtained or sexual contact was initiated. In all cases of sexual misconduct in which a formal complaint is filed, the respondent will be informed of the charges and the respondent and the complainant will be informed of the outcome. www.coloradocollege.edu /resources/security/sexualmisconduct.asp   (2619 words)

Policy On Sexual Misconduct   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17) Child sexual abuse includes, but is not limited to, any contact or interaction between a child (17 years or younger) and an adult when the child is being used for the sexual stimulation of the adult person or of a third person. Sexual conduct (such as offensive, obscene or suggestive language or behavior, unacceptable visual contact, unwelcome touching or fondling, possession on church property of pornographic or sexually graphic materials, accessing pornographic or sexually graphic web sites on church property) that is offensive or injurious to the physical or emotional health of another. The Policy on Sexual Misconduct shall be reviewed by the Pastor with all current staff at least annually, and by the Christian Education Committee with all teachers, youth leaders, and volunteers working with infants, children and youth at the start of their responsibilities and annually. www.bloomington.in.us /~1stpres/sexmisconduct.html   (1764 words)

Sexual Misconduct by School Employees. ERIC Digest Sexual misconduct in schools is a problem that has gained increasing attention, from the headlines to the High Court, in the last decade. Commonly defined as unwanted and unwelcome behavior of a sexual nature, sexual misconduct by teachers, administrators, and other employees is a problem of sufficient magnitude to warrant attention by school boards and school officials. Sexual misconduct in schools is a problem that can devastate students, parents, school districts, and entire communities. www.ericdigests.org /2000-3/sexual.htm   (1863 words)

Wheaton College: Norton, MA: Sexual Misconduct Policy Sexual physical contact includes the intentional touching of another person on the area of the body generally recognized as a private part of the body, or touching any part of another person's body with a private part of one's own body. These options apply to incidents of sexual misconduct or sexual assault when both parties are currently enrolled Wheaton students, whether the incident occurred on or off the campus. In responding to reports of sexual misconduct Wheaton seeks to provide redress for the complainant, to provide a fair process for the respondent, and to protect the campus community from the threat of such incidents. www.wheatoncollege.edu /Policies/SxAssault.html   (1222 words)

Section-11 Personnel Sexual misconduct includes, but is not limited to, any acts or attempts to commit acts which involve sexual contact or intimate relationships, sexual abuse or assault, sexual harassing or an invasion of privacy. Consensual sexual intercourse with an offender is by its nature an assault and defined by law as rape in the second degree, a felony. Ensuring that local procedures provide that offenders are informed of the behaviors that constitute sexual misconduct and retaliation, understand the process by which such incidents are reported and investigated (4-4281-1) and are informed of the sanctions for making false allegations against a staff member. www.doc.state.ok.us /Offtech/op110701.htm   (1212 words)

Preface -- Educator Sexual Misconduct: A Synthesis of Existing Literature Any adult misconduct or sexual abuse in schools is of grave concern to students, parents, educators, and the Department of Education. This literature review of sexual abuse and sexual misconduct responds to the mandate in Section 5414 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (ESEA), as amended, to conduct a study of sexual abuse in U.S. schools. Although the author's findings are in part broader than the congressional mandate and therefore could be perceived by some as insufficiently focused, we believe that sexual misconduct in whatever form it takes is a serious problem in our nation's schools and one about which parents and taxpayers have a right to be informed. www.ed.gov /rschstat/research/pubs/misconductreview/preface.html   (564 words)

Diocese of Saint Cloud Sexual Misconduct Policy   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17) Sexual misconduct with a minor includes sexual molestation or sexual exploitation of a minor and other behavior by which an adult uses a minor as an object of sexual gratification. Sexual Abuse: is subjection of a child or vulnerable adult, by any person responsible for their care, in a position of authority, or a person who has a significant relationship, to any sexual contact or act, which is a violation of the Minnesota Criminal Sexual Conduct. Sexual Exploitation: as it applies to any formal helper/helpee relationship, is any kind of sexual interaction between counselor and client whether initiated by either counselor or client, and regardless of the consent of the client. www.stcdio.org /safeenvironment/misconductpolicy.html   (5164 words)

Clergy Sexual Misconduct   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17) Sexual misconduct is an abuse of authority and power, breaching Christian ethical principles by misusing a trust relationship to gain advantage over another for personal gratification in an abusive, exploitative and unjust manner. Sexual abuse occurs whenever a person in a position of trust engages in a sexual act or sexual contact with another person to whom he or she owes a professional responsibility. Advocate is a person trained by the RCT in the issues of sexual misconduct and to provide support, and emotional and physical presence, to either the alleged victim(s) and their family, the accused, family members of the accused, or the congregation involved in a sexual misconduct case. www.thepresbytery.org /clergysexualmisconduct.html   (2213 words)

Policy and Procedures on Sexual Misconduct   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17) Sexual misconduct involving pastoral care is unethical behavior by a clergy person, employee or volunteer involving a person with whom he or she has a pastoral relationship. Sexual abuse is defined as acts of sexual assault and sexual exploitation of minors by a parent or other caretaker. Sexual abuse or sexual molestation of any person, including but not limited to, any sexual involvement or sexual contact with a person who is a minor or who is legally incompetent. www.thediocese.net /Deployment/guide.html   (11838 words)

Diocese of Springfield - Cape Girardeau   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17) Sexual abuse of a minor includes sexual molestation or sexual exploitation of a minor and other behavior by which an adult uses a minor as an object of sexual gratification. Thus, the norm to be considered in assessing an allegation of sexual abuse of a minor is whether conduct or interaction with a minor qualifies as an external, objectively grave violation of the sixth commandment. Advise the Bishop, when an allegation of sexual misconduct by a member of the clergy against a minor is made, regarding the appropriateness of forwarding the allegation to the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith. home.catholicweb.com /diocspfdcape/index.cfm/NewsItem?ID=112097&From=Home   (4217 words)

Sexual Misconduct Use of the sexual misconduct adjudication process is an option for undergraduate and graduate students. Sexual misconduct is a serious problem on college campuses throughout the country. Sexual misconduct encompasses a range of non-consensual actions that include, but are not limited to, acts of sexual assault and rape. www.columbia.edu /cu/sexualmisconduct   (558 words)

Sexual Misconduct Policy   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17) Sexual misconduct by personnel of the Diocese of Sioux Falls is contrary to Christian principles and Catholic moral teaching. This policy is intended to establish procedure aimed at preventing sexual misconduct and the resulting harm to others and to provide guidance to the personnel of the dioceses on how to respond to allegations of sexual misconduct if any do occur. All information related to an incident in which a complaint is made of sexual abuse, physical abuse, sexual exploitation or sexual harassment must be assembled and retained in a written form in a manner which best protects the needs and legitimate requests or desires of the victim. www.sfcss.org /policies/sexmiscond.htm   (3702 words)

Ethically Speaking Allegations of sexual misconduct are creating casualties on all sides: health-care professionals who lose their licenses, practices or reputations; patients and clients who are traumatized by inappropriate or abusive behavior, or behavior that they perceive as abusive; and health-care professions that are publicly humiliated or singled out for unflattering media attention. Sexual misconduct and sexual harassment are similar in that each generally involves a person of greater power taking advantage of a person of lesser power. Sexual misconduct and harassment also are similar in that each often arises out of a lack of awareness of what kinds of behavior are offensive or even harmful. www.amtamassage.org /journal/su_00_journal/su_00_ethnically_speaking.html   (2336 words)

Safe Ministry - Pastoral Care and Assistance Scheme FAQ’s If you have been the victim of child abuse or sexual misconduct by a church worker you may be eligible for pastoral care and assistance (including payment for counselling and other financial assistance) from the church. If you were the victim of child abuse or sexual misconduct by a church worker the church will pay for an initial period of counselling and may negotiate, after an agreed period, for it to continue. Sexual misconduct is inappropriate sexual behaviour towards an adult by a church worker where that behaviour would constitute a criminal offence or an abuse of a pastoral relationship. www.psu.anglican.asn.au /index.php/p2/pastoral_care_and_assistance_scheme   (1576 words)

Sexual Misconduct Policy - Gallaudet University Sexual misconduct by any Gallaudet student occurring on University property or at a University sponsored event is a violation of the Student Code of Conduct and warrants administrative and/or disciplinary action. Sexual harassment, which refers to the misuse of power to coerce sexual activity or to create an offensive working and learning environment, is covered by the University’s policy on sexual harassment. Sexual abuse, sexual assault and rape are all common terms for acts similar to those defined as “sexual misconduct” in the Sexual Misconduct Policy. www.gallaudet.edu /x1487.xml   (1320 words)

Monica Lewinsky - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia This was documented in the Starr report, which eventually led to President Clinton's impeachment trial on the allegations of perjury and obstruction of justice regarding the affair. Clinton had previously been dogged by allegations of sexual misconduct, most notably in regard to a relationship with singer and former Arkansas state employee Gennifer Flowers and an encounter with Arkansas state employee Paula Jones (née Corbin) in a Little Rock hotel room in which Jones claimed that Clinton had exposed himself to her. In addition, relying upon the definition of "sexual relations" as worded by Judge Susan Webber Wright, who was hearing the Paula Jones case, Clinton claimed that since certain acts were performed on him, not by him, he did not engage in sexual relations. en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Monica_Lewinsky   (959 words)

Revised HOP - 4 Standards of Conduct - 4.A.3 SEXUAL MISCONDUCT Sexual misconduct is behavior or conduct of a sexual nature that is unprofessional and/or inappropriate for the educational and working environment. Repeatedly engaging in sexually oriented conversations, comments or horseplay, including the use of language or the telling of jokes or anecdotes of a sexual nature in the workplace, office or classroom, even if such conduct is not objected to by those present. There are a number of ways in which concerns or complaints related to sexual misconduct can be addressed; however, no student, faculty, staff member, or visitor is required to report or allege a violation of the sexual misconduct policy to the person who is the subject of the complaint. www.utexas.edu /policies/hoppm/04.A.03.html   (707 words)

Sexual Misconduct Policy Physical, sexual or emotional abuse of children under the age of 18 or adults who are uniquely vulnerable to abuse because of physical or mental disabilities. Sexual exploitation is sexual contact between Church personnel and the recipient of his or her counseling services, regardless of who initiates the contact. Sexual abuse of a minor includes sexual molestation or sexual exploitation of a minor and other behavior by which an adult uses a minor as an object of sexual gratification. www.vermontcatholic.org /SexualMisconduct/Policy2003.htm   (5593 words)

ZielkeLaw.com: Sexual Misconduct by Doctors Sexual misconduct by doctors is not a new concept. The underlying principle upon which this prohibition of sexual intimacy with a patient is based is this: the fiduciary duty arising from this relationship. Sexual misconduct by doctors, therapists and other HCPs in the context of a fiduciary relationship results in tragic and significant consequences to the patient and others. www.zielkelaw.com /profile/articles-publications/secrets-in-the-exam-room.asp   (2084 words)

ERIC Digest 134 - Sexual Misconduct by School Employees Sexual misconduct in schools is a problem that has gained increasing attention, from the headlines to the High Court, in the last decade. Commonly defined as unwanted and unwelcome behavior of a sexual nature, sexual misconduct by teachers, administrators, and other employees is a problem of sufficient magnitude to warrant attention by school boards and school officials. The policy and the problem of sexual misconduct should be discussed in all-school assemblies, orientations for new staff, and meetings with parents. eric.uoregon.edu /publications/digests/digest134.html   (1900 words)

PC(USA) - Creating Safe Churches: Addressing Sexual Misconduct Sexual misconduct for too long has been an unspoken shame in some churches. The links at the right will help you create policies, raise an awareness of prevention practices, report misconduct and rebuild a broken trust when sexual misconduct occurs. While sexual misconduct is not limited to clergy, research indicates that between 10 and 23 percent of clergy (of all faiths) have engaged in inappropriate sexual behavior with church members, clients or employees with whom they have a professional relationship. www.pcusa.org /sexualmisconduct   (233 words)

College Policies - Edgewood College Reports of sexual misconduct will be taken seriously and incidents will be responded to appropriately and in a timely manner. Criminal sexual contact can be as limited as a single instance of touching a woman’s breast, buttocks, or genital area, or touching a man’s buttocks or genital area, without that person’s consent, even if the person touched is fully clothed. Examples of sexual harassment can range from the obvious - such as conditioning a grade or a job on granting sexual favors, to unwelcome things which may not be obvious, but which if repeated will be deemed prohibited, such as showing or telling dirty jokes, or leering. www.edgewood.edu /studentlife/policies/sexual_misconduct_policy.htm   (1484 words)

OFFICIAL DOCUMENTS - ARCHDIOCESE PUBLISHES POLICY ON SEXUAL MISCONDUCT BY CLERGY The Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America (the “Archdiocese”) recognizes that Sexual Misconduct by Clergy can have devastating consequences for a Victim and his or her family, for the Church community at large, and for all individuals involved. Retaliation against an individual for cooperating in an investigation of alleged Sexual Misconduct shall not be condoned by the Archdiocese. Sexual Misconduct occurring within an Archdiocesan workplace shall also be subject to any applicable laws and workplace policies adopted by the Archdiocese. www.goarch.org /en/archdiocese/documents/misconduct_policy.asp   (1184 words)

February 17, 2004 New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs State Board of Nursing "Sexual contact" means the knowing touching of a person's body directly or through clothing, where the circumstances surrounding the touching would be construed by a reasonable person to be motivated by the licensee's own prurient interest or for sexual arousal or gratification. "Sexual harassment" may consist of a single extreme or severe act or of multiple acts and may include conduct of a licensee with an individual whether or not such individual is in a subordinate position to the licensee. (d) A licensee shall not seek or solicit sexual contact with a client or patient with whom he or she has a client or patient relationship and shall not seek or solicit sexual contact with any person in exchange for nursing or homemaker-home health aide services. www.state.nj.us /lps/ca/adoption/nurado217.htm   (660 words)

Sexual Misconduct Believing that sexually abusive or harassing behavior is harmful to the learning environment and sense of community, it is the position of Dana College that sexual misconduct in any form will not be tolerated, either by students, staff, faculty, or administrators. Second degree sexual assault: Includes, but is not necessarily limited to, any actual or attempted nonconsensual* or forcible sexual touching, including fondling, kissing, groping, or grabbing by a person or persons know or unknown to the victim. Reporting of a violation of the sexual misconduct polices shall not be restricted by time. www.dana.edu /studenthandbook/sexualmisconduct.html   (780 words)

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