HCP 0604 Nursing Assistant Clinical
This course will provide students with the skills required to work as a nursing assistant in a health care facility. Topics include communication skills, legal-ethical responsibilities, providing safety, physical comfort, personal care, nutrition, infection control, and other skills relevant to nurse assisting. Emphasis is placed on caring for the adult patient. Professional liability insurance fee required.
Credits
1.34 tech. cr. (40 clock hours)
Prerequisite
A completed Physical Examination Report (SAR-40-A), an approved 4-hour AIDS seminar, and CPR certification are prerequisites of this course. Students must take the following course: the American Heart Association – "Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers" (PHSC course NCH 0050).