Medication Nursing Assistant (MNA) Program
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Keywords
Enteral tubes , Rectal , Vaginal , Auricular , Ocular , Nasal , Oral , Topical , Licensed Nursing Assistant , LNA , medication administration , medication interactions
Project
HT3 for Healthcare (High Tech; High Touch and High Demand Training
Authors
Brochon, Karen
Carter, Linda
Date Submitted
2016-09-06
Material Type
Hybrid/Blended Course
Secondary Material Type
Assessment Tool
Assignment
Drill and Practice
Quiz/Test
Syllabus
Assignment
Drill and Practice
Quiz/Test
Syllabus
Institution
Manchester Community College
Industry Partner
Genesis Healthcare
License
CC BY
Funding Source
TAACCCT Round 2
Additional Public Access
Abstract
The Medication Nursing Assistant (MNA) program will prepare competent Licensed Nursing Assistants (LNA) to function as trusted care partners of the RN/LPN administering medication to stable clients in long-term care facilities and in the acute care setting. The scope of the course covers all of the basic principles and techniques of medication administration including an overview of common drugs, their effects and side effects, and key safety issues that include medication interactions, common errors, over-the-counter medications, and medication use in older adults.
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