Fast Track CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant)
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Keywords
Project
Authors
Date Submitted
2024-10
Material Type
Collection
Secondary Material Type
Clinic Curriculum
Institution
Savannah Technical College
Industry Partner
License
CC BY
Funding Source
SCC 1
Additional Public Access
Abstract
This course introduces students to the role and responsibilities of the Nurse Aide. Emphasis is placed on understanding the roles and functions of the nurse aid, developing critical thinking skills, as well as demonstrating knowledge of the following: location and function of human body systems; common disease processes; responding to and reporting changes in a residents’/patients’ condition, nutrition, and vital signs; nutrition and diet therapy; disease processes; vital signs; observing, reporting, and documenting changes in a residents’ condition; emergency concerns; ethics, legal issues, and governmental agencies that influence the care of the elderly in long-term care settings; mental health and psychosocial well-being of the elderly; use and care of mechanical devices and equipment; communication and interpersonal skills and skills competency based on federal guidelines. Specific topics include: roles and responsibilities of the Nurse Aide; communication and interpersonal skills; topography, structure, and function of the body systems; injury prevention and emergency.
Industry (NAISC)
Health Care and Social Assistance (62)
Occupation (SOC)
Healthcare Support Occupations -- Medical Assistants (31-9092)
Instructional Program (CIP)
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences (51)
Credit Type
Credential Type
Certificate
Educational Level
1st year Community College or equivalent
Skill Level
Entry Level