Pro Attire Reminder

Purpose

To establish dress and personal grooming standards which support the delivery of excellent resident and family services and to encourage participation and support for the policy.

Policy

Proper work attire is essential to presenting an image for Campus workers that is professional and respectful of residents and allows employees to carry out their job responsibilities safely and effectively. The Campus recognizes that departments may specify different standards of dress in their own work areas based on operational needs, and it is the policy of the Campus to expect all employees to report for work as scheduled in dress consistent with the established standards for their work areas.

Guidelines

All employees are expected to present a clean and neat appearance and to dress according to the requirements of their position. Please refer to the appendices for further department requirements.  Management reserves the right to determine the appropriateness of any element of an employee's appearance.

1. Employee badge must be worn at all times on the upper body. Decorating the badge is not permitted except display of current year service award pin.
2. Hair is to be neat, clean, and groomed. In resident care areas, hair is to be worn off the shoulders. Men's faces must be cleanly shaven and/or beards/moustaches neatly trimmed.  Extreme colors and styles are acceptable so long as the hair is groomed and on off the face in specified departments.
3. Make-up, if worn, should be subtle and businesslike.
4. Perfume, cologne, and body fragrance, if worn, should be subtle and lightly applied.
5. Good personal hygiene is an absolute requirement.
6. Jewelry is acceptable so long as it does not present a safety or infection control hazard and does not detract from a professional appearance. Facial piercings must be limited to studs, no hoops or rings. Ear gauging is acceptable up to a diameter of .5”.
7. Sunglasses must be removed when indoors and when speaking with a resident or visitor outdoors. Sunglasses must be professional looking.
8. Fingernails, and toenails if visible (check individual department guidelines on footwear), must be clean, groomed, and of a functionally-appropriate length. Any nail polish worn must be in good repair and of a businesslike appearance. Acrylic nails may not be acceptable in all departments for health reasons, ask your supervisor.
9. Body tattoos of a content contrary to Campus mission and values must be covered by clothing or other covering if visible.
10. Extremes in clothing sizes, overly tight or extra baggy, is inappropriate in all work settings.
11. Low cut, revealing, and/or sleeveless attire is inappropriate.
12. Pants should be worn at the natural waistline for men and women; no hip hugger, low cut, or sagging pants are permitted. Cargo-style pants for men or women are not permitted (except for Maintenance and security; scrub pants are allowed for Nursing).
13. Dressy Capri's, if permitted, must be mid-calf or longer; skirts or dresses, if permitted, must be knee-length or longer. No shorts.
14. Appropriate undergarments must be worn at all times and not be visible above waistbands or show through lightweight fabrics.
15. Clothing is to be clean, unwrinkled, in good repair, and functionally appropriate.
16. Alterations are the responsibility of the employee and must be limited to improving the fit of the garment; dramatic alterations that compromise professional appearance are not appropriate.
17. Unless otherwise specified in this policy, employees may wear neutral colored jackets and sweaters over their professional attire. Sweatshirts or “hoodies” are not acceptable.
18. Shoes are to be clean, suitable for the work area, and in good repair. Open-toe shoes are not permitted in resident care, dietary, security, maintenance, laundry, housekeeping, or grounds areas.
19. Flip flops are not permitted in any department. A flip flop is defined as any sandal that goes between the first and second toes and does not have a back strap on it.
20. Employees may only wear Campus approved hats (logo baseball style caps for men; logo visors for women). Other styles or logos will not be permitted.
21. Headphones for any electronic device may not be worn during working hours except on breaks.
22. Departments may require and enforce specific dress codes based upon operational needs. Be sure to check your department's specific guidelines in this policy.

Employee Badge:

The employee's photo identification badge is to be worn with the photo and name clearly visible and facing outward on the upper body when on Campus unless such placement represents a safety hazard.  Employees not wearing identification badges in the standard position for safety reasons must have their badges visible on their person at all times. Only years of service pins may be added to the badge; additional decoration of the badge is not permitted.  Identification badges not in good condition or repair must be brought to Human Resources and will be replaced at no cost.  Lost or stolen badges must be reported to Human Resources immediately; there is a fee for a replacement badge.  Employees that report for work without a badge must return home to retrieve it or buy a new one immediately in the Human Resource office.  In the event this office is closed, the employee will need to complete a clock in sheet and turn it in to their manager.

Beatitudes Spirit Days:

Staff are encouraged to wear logo shirts/blouses with denim (pants, Capri's, skirts) in good condition on Payday Fridays.  Staff that choose not to participate should wear their normal uniform or normal business attire.

Beatitudes Casual Wear:

Denim of any color or style (pants, Capri's, skirts) is not acceptable workplace attire, unless physical activity is planned and approved by the department manager.  Appropriate footwear is required.

Beatitudes Holiday Wear:

Occasionally, employees will be allowed to wear themed clothing for holidays or events.  All clothing or costumes must be in good condition, neat and clean, and cannot be offensive.  Special attire must be planned and approved by the department manager.  Any special arrangements involving denim (pants, Capri's, skirts) must be the appropriate length as listed above in the general guidelines, in good condition, and free of holes/tears.  Appropriate footwear is required.

General Comments:

Employees who appear for work inappropriately dressed will be sent home and directed to return to work in proper attire. Under such circumstances, employees will not be compensated for the time away from work.

Responsibilities

Employee:

• Report for work as scheduled in dress consistent with the established standards for their work areas.
• Maintain appropriate level of personal hygiene.

Managers/Supervisors:

• Regularly communicate required dress standards for employee work area and responsibilities.
• Consistently apply progressive discipline for violations of dress code, up to and including termination of employment.
• Advise Human Resources and the CEO's office if there is a business reason to change professional attire items.

Professional Attire for Administrative Staff

The following guidelines are unique to Administrative staff.  These guidelines are in addition to the main policy.  These Professional Attire standards apply to all employees who work in Administration, Development, Finance, Human Resources, Lifestyle & Fitness, Marketing, Resident Services, Social Services, Spiritual life, and in all other office and management positions. Contracted staff must wear their own company prescribed professional attire with a name badge.  Interns and volunteers should dress business casual.  If they do not have a badge, they should be instructed to come to Human Resources and a badge will be made for them.

Men:

• Collared dress shirt or polo; must be tucked in.
• Dress slacks.
• Neutral colored belt.
• Business suits and ties.

Women:

• Dress shirt, blouse, or polo; may be tucked in or worn out.
• Dress slacks.
• Skirts or dresses (must be knee-length or longer).
• Dressy Capri's (must be mid-calf or longer; no shorts!).
• Business suits.

Shoes and Socks:

• Basic dress shoes and boots are acceptable footwear. Socks or hosiery must be worn in resident care areas. Open-toe dress shoes are acceptable as long as they are in good condition, do not pose a safety hazard, and are not worn in the areas listed in the general guidelines section.

Professional Attire for Assisted Living Plaza View & Piper Residences Staff

The following guidelines are unique to Assisted Living staff.  These guidelines are in addition to the main policy. These Professional Attire standards apply to all employees who work in Assisted Living as a Caregiver, Med-Tech, and/or Care Coordinator.

Plaza View & Piper Residences

Attire:

• A burgundy colored polo shirt with the Campus logo.
• Polo's must be tucked in for men; may be tucked in or worn out for women.
• Khaki colored pants.
• Staff may wear white long-sleeved shirts under their polo's in cooler months.
• Staff must wear closed-toe shoes in good repair, preferably rubber soled and non-skid. Socks or hosiery must be worn at all times.  Shoe and sock color is the employee's choice.

Professional Attire for Beatitudes at Home

The following guidelines are unique to Beatitudes at Home staff.  These guidelines are in addition to the main policy. These Professional Attire standards apply to all employees who work in Beatitudes at Home positions.

Office Staff:

• Adhere to Administrative Staff guidelines

Home Companions:

• Polo's, button-up shirts or appropriate business casual shirts.
• Shirts must be tucked in for men.
• Khaki pants, slacks or Capri's that are mid-calf or longer (no shorts).
• Shoes, socks, and belts in neutral tones preferred; shoes must be closed-toe.

Professional Attire for dining Service Staff

The following guidelines are unique to Dining Service staff.  These guidelines are in addition to the main policy. These Dress Code standards apply to all employees who work in Dining Service positions in any Campus venue.

Cook Attire:

• A designated white chef-style coat must be worn with the Campus logo.
• Black chef pants must be hemmed, in good repair, and touch the top of the shoe.
• Approved black cap (for cooks only).

Wait Staff and Diet Aide Attire:

• A designated light blue, short-sleeve shirt with Campus logo.
• Shirts must be tucked in for men and women.
• Black pants must be hemmed, in good repair, and touch the top of the shoe.
• Designated black service apron must be worn.

Bartender Attire:

• A designated black, long-sleeve button down shirt with the Campus logo.
• Shirts must be tucked in for men and women.

• Black pants must be hemmed, in good repair, and touch the top of the shoe.

Utility Attire:

• A designated white kitchen shirt with the Campus logo.
• Black chef pants must be hemmed, in good repair, and touch the top of the shoe.

General Comments:

• Hairnets must be worn in the kitchen areas per state regulations.
• Colored or graphic slogans tops may be not be worn under white coats.
• Shoes, socks, and belts must be black.
• Safety shoes are required.
• Dietary Supervisors, see Administrative Staff section.

Professional Attire for the Home Health Department

The following guidelines are unique to the Home Health staff. These guidelines are in addition to the main policy. These Professional Attire standards apply to all employees who work in Home Health positions.

Office Staff & Full-Time Clinical Staff:

• Adhere to Administrative Staff guidelines

Per-Diem Staff:

• These employees will not be required to purchase Campus logo items. They may dress in basic business casual;
• Polo's, button-up shirts or appropriate business casual shirts.
• Shirts must be tucked in for men.
• Khaki pants, slacks or Capri's that are mid-calf or longer (no shorts).
• Shoes, socks, and belts in neutral tones preferred; shoes must be closed-toe.

Professional Attire for Housekeeping & Laundry Department

The following guidelines are unique to housekeeping and laundry staff. These guidelines are in addition to the main policy. These Professional Attire standards apply to all employees who work in the Housekeeping and Laundry Departments.

Women:

• A navy polo shirt worn with a navy/tabard apron with Campus logo.
• Khaki pants must be hemmed, in good repair, and touch the top of the shoe. No Capri's.
• Designated khaki visor with Campus logo.

Men:

• A navy polo shirt worn with a navy/tabard apron with Campus logo.
• Khaki pants must be hemmed, in good repair, and touch the top of the shoe.
• Designated khaki baseball cap with Campus logo.

General Comments:

• Socks must be tan; shoes must be primarily black, brown, or white, fully enclosed, and rubber soled.
• Safety shoes may be required.
• Suspenders may not be worn.

Professional Attire for Information Technology Department

The following guidelines are unique to I.T. staff.  These guidelines are in addition to the main policy. These Professional Attire standards apply to all employees who work in I.T. Department positions.

Attire:

• A rust colored, button down shirt (short- or long-sleeve) with Campus logo.
• A rust colored polo with Campus logo may be worn with jeans when physical activity is planned.
• Shirts must be tucked in for men.
• Khaki pants must be hemmed, in good repair, and touch the top of the shoe.
• Shoes, socks, and belts in neutral tones preferred.
• Shoes must be closed-toe.

Professional Attire for Grounds Department

The following guidelines are unique to Landscaping staff. These guidelines are in addition to the main policy. These Professional Attire standards apply to all employees who work in Maintenance Department positions.

Attire:

• A tan, button down shirt (short- or long-sleeve) with the Campus logo.
• Tan pants must be hemmed, in good repair, and touch the top of the shoe.
• Designated khaki baseball cap with the Campus logo.

Professional Attire for Maintenance Department:

The following guidelines are unique to Maintenance staff. These guidelines are in addition to the main policy. These Professional Attire standards apply to all employees who work in Maintenance Department positions.

Attire:

• A light blue, button down shirt (short- or long-sleeve) with the Campus logo.
• Designated khaki cargo pants must be hemmed, in good repair, and touch the top of the shoe.
• Shirts must be tucked in at all times with the top button open at the neckline. If a crew-neck undershirt is worn, the top two buttons may be left open.
• Black, brown, or tan belts or suspenders in good condition must be worn.
• Designated navy blue uniform-style jackets may be purchased for cooler weather.
• Tan or white socks must be worn.
• Safety-toed shoes may be required.

Painters (while on designated job site):

• A white t-shirt with the Campus Logo.
• Designated khaki cargo pants must be hemmed, in good repair, and touch the top of the shoe.
• Black, brown, or tan belts or suspenders in good condition must be worn.
• Tan or white socks must be worn.

Note: Any time painters are not on the designated job site they shall adhere to the Professional Attire for Maintenance Department.

Professional Attire for Nursing Department

The following guidelines are unique to Nursing staff.  These guidelines are in addition to the main policy. These Professional Attire standards apply to all employees who work in Nursing Department positions.

Attire:

• Nurses must wear designated royal blue scrub tops with the Campus logo and designated matching scrub bottoms.
• CNAs must wear designated navy scrub tops with the Campus logo and designated matching scrub bottoms.
• Staff may wear black or white long-sleeved shirts under their scrubs in cooler months.
• Designated scrub jackets can be ordered at employee expense to match the scrubs provided and must have the Campus logo.
• Nursing staff must wear closed-toe shoes in good repair, rubber soled, and non-skid. Socks or hosiery must be worn at all times; color is the employee's choice.
• N.A.s must have gait belts on their person at all times.

Professional Attire for Security Department

The following guidelines are unique to Security staff. These guidelines are in addition to the main policy. These Professional Attire standards apply to all employees who work in Security Department positions.

Attire:

• A designated black polo shirt with Campus logo.
• If an undershirt is worn, it must be solid black and without insignias or writing.
• Designated khaki cargo pants must be hemmed, in good repair, and touch the top of the shoe.
• Shirts must be tucked in at all times.
• Socks, shoes, and designated belts must be black.  Suspenders may not be worn. The belt will be provided by the department. .
• A designated uniform-style jacket may be purchased for cooler weather.
• During warmer months designated black ball caps may be worn and cooler months designated black stocking caps may be worn. Both caps will be provided by the department and will have ‘Security' embroidered on the front.

 

Professional Attire for Transportation Staff

The following guidelines are unique to transportation staff.  These guidelines are in addition to the main policy. These Professional Attire standards apply to all employees who work in Transportation Department positions.

Attire:

• A designated cobalt blue shirt (short- long-sleeve) with Campus logo. Shirts must be tucked in for men.
• Khaki pants must be hemmed, in good repair, and touch the top of the shoe.
• Women may wear khaki pants, Capri's, and skirts below the knee (no shorts).
• Shoes, socks, and belts in neutral tones preferred; shoes must be closed-toe.