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Course Description

The course consists of five modules in foundations of general nurse assisting and one module in nurse aide acute caregiving. Instructors deliver an intensive hands-on approach to prepare participants with the skills to be successful in the acute care healthcare industry. Participants will develop knowledge and skills through theory, practice in the classroom and nursing lab settings as well as externship at assigned hospitals and related facilities.

Course Outline

The course consists of five modules in foundations of general nurse assisting and one module in nurse aide acute caregiving.

Learner Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course participants will be able to:
•    Give examples of current issues challenging the healthcare delivery system in the U.S.
•    Account for legal principles that guide personnel in the delivery of healthcare.
•    State the evolution of the nursing assistant in long term care and in-patient care assisting in hospital setting.
•    Demonstrate effective communication methods used by the healthcare team to exchange vital patient information.
•    Describe measures utilized to prevent the spread of infectious organisms.
•    Perform task-oriented duties and skills under the supervision of licensed medical personnel. 

Notes

Patrick Leddy 
Workforce Development Coordinator
psleddy@hawaii.edu

For assistance call our office at 455-0477.

 

Prerequisites

  1. High School Completion
  2. SAT/ACT 11th grade level math and reading or college transcript
  3. Basic computer skills
  4. Completed Leeward CC Physical Examination Clearance Form.
  5. Proof of 2-Step TB test completed within the last six months.
  6. Proof of MMR vaccination (titer is acceptable).
  7. Proof of Hep B series vaccination (titer is acceptable).
  8. Copy of you photo ID
  9. Current Criminal Abstract (https://ecrim.ehawaii.gov) (abstract needs to be submitted within 30 days of issuance).
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Type
In-Person
Days
M, W, Th
Time
5:00PM to 9:00PM
Dates
Apr 29, 2024 to Aug 21, 2024
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
190.0
Location
Delivery Options
In-person (Oahu)  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $4,250.00 Click here to get more information
CEUs
19 CEUs
Section Notes
This is an in-person course to be held every Monday, Wednesday & Thursday (5pm-9pm), from 04/29/2024-08/21/2024.
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