Certified Nursing Assistants
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Program Director and Instructor: Sheila Temple, RN
E-Mail Address:
Phone: 940-369-4850 or 940-369-4881
Tutorials: By appointment only
Tutorials will be scheduled with students as needed for students’
Course Description
This course is designed to provide a Certification with the State of Texas for Certified Nursing Assistant. CNA’s provide basic beside care, under the care of a Physician, Registered Nurse and Licensed Vocational Nurse. Students will be able to work in a medical facility after passing state certification.
An occupationally specific course designed to provide knowledge and skills for certification or licensure in as a Certified Nurses’ Aide and have the ability to work for Hospitals, Nursing Homes and Doctor’s offices. Students develop advanced clinical skills necessary for employment in the health care industry. The courses may be taught by different methodologies such as a clinical internship.
Note taking techniques Medical Terminology Ethical and Legal Responsibilities Career Preparation Employability Communication Leadership Medical Math Multi-Competent Health Care Worker Leadership Opportunities Gerontology
Tech Prep credit is available through North Texas Central College. Please see your home campus Guidance Counselor for details.
Certifications and Licensing
OSHA - Occupational Safety & Health Administration
Students will have the opportunity to earn their 10 hr OSHA Safety Certification during the year. Employers and employees alike will benefit greatly from information provided in this program. Ideal for students who are entering the workforce to ensure that they are given a broad overview of the role that OSHA plays in the workplace as well as their own personal roles and responsibilities regarding safety.
CPR – Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Students are kept current on procedures and skills for cardiopulmonary resuscitation per American Heart Association standards.
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT (CNA)
Students will be required to complete at least 76 hours of classroom and skill study and will be required to have 24-50 hours of clinical study to take the Certified Nursing Assistant test through the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services for the Texas Department of Health Services. NO EXCEPTIONS! (This course helps students work while in school and some colleges are looking at this course for entrance into Nursing School).
EKG CERTIFICATION
Students will be given the opportunity after taking state boards to work on learning EKG’s at the discretion of the teacher. (This is an optional course for an optional fee.)
Partnerships
This class has support from the following higher education partners: Denton Good Samaritan
North Central Texas College, Brookhaven College
Senior Portfolios
Each student will be required to create a personal professional portfolio. Personal Skills and Knowledge, as well as, successful completion of advanced credit via universities, community college and professional exams will be maintained. This professional documentation will prove to be useful throughout your lifetime.
Material & Fees
Total cost for this course is $100.00. State board testing will cost: $86.00 per student due towards the end of the school year and 96.00 if student needs to have test read to them. State board testing money is due around March 1, 2011. It is the student’s responsibility to turn in paperwork properly and to learn all skills and material to pass state board. Teacher will give them more than needed information to pass but it is still the responsibility of the student to learn the material and practice skills. The state does not give modifications!!!
Students are required to follow all DISD and ATC policies
Students are responsible for bringing the following supplies to class: Book, notebook with dividers, notebook paper, pen, pencils (written work will be accepted in ink only, tests only in black ink). And colored pencils and markers with highlighters. At times other supplies will be needed for reports or projects at different times during the year.
Grading Policy
Daily Activities 25%
Quizzes, Projects, Reports 30%
Exams 30%
Professionalism 15%
A final exam worth 20% of the semester grade will be administered at the end of each semester per school board policy. Attendance is crucial in this class, State board as strict guidelines for being qualified to take the exam.
Daily Activities: You will be required to complete daily activities as assigned by your instructor. Daily activities will include but are not limited to completion of study guides, vocabulary terms, reinforcement sheets and group activities. Homework and medically related summaries will be assigned during some units of study.
Make-Up Work: After an absence, it is the STUDENT’S responsibility to make arrangements for make-up work on the day he/she returns to school. The time line for the student to make-up work is the number of blocks absent plus one block, unless prior arrangements have been made with the instructor.
Late Work: For any assignment turned in late, there will be a 20-point deduction on the first day late. After the first late day, there will be an additional 10-point deduction for each day the assignment is late. No assignments will be accepted after one week, unless prior arrangements have been made with the instructor.
Independent Studies: At times you will be required to complete projects that require independent study. Completion of independent studies are self-paced, and ultimately the student’s responsibility.
Professionalism: Due to the nature of this class, you are now regarded as future professionals. Therefore, each six-week grading period you will receive a grade based upon your ability to act as a professional. You will be given a rubric listing expected behaviors prior to the grading period. Examples of the desired professional behavior are: being dressed in official ATC uniform (scrubs, closed toed shoes, ID) and coming prepared for class.
Organizations
NTHS - National Technical Honor Society
Students at the ATC have the opportunity to be a part of the National Honor Society. NTHS goals are to honor student achievement and leadership, promote educational excellence, and enhance career opportunities for the NTHS membership. To be a part of this organization you must meet the following criteria: 1. Student must have a 3.0 GPA. 2. Be a member of an ATC organization. 3. Letter of Recommendation from an instructor. 4. Have good attendance.
HOSA – Health Occupations Students of America
Health Occupations Students of America is a powerful and fun curricular program with student led activities designed to develop future leaders for the health care system. This student organization is endorsed by the United States Department of Education as an integral part of Health Science Technology Education for knowledge, skill and leadership development for students pursuing careers.
Students have the opportunity to join HOSA at the ATC or at each individual home campus.
Classroom Expectations and Rules
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT:
· All policies in the STUDENT HANDBOOK will be followed.
· It is understood that students are responsible for participation and all assignments.
· Students will sit in assigned seats and be held responsible for equipment and furniture at their workstation.
· Be in your seat with needed supplies when tardy bell rings and place backpacks under tables or chairs.
· When leaving class, clean work area and push chair under table.
· No food, drink, or gum will be allowed in the classrooms or lab areas.
· No computer games or outside CDs or disks allowed in computer lab.
· Cell phones are not to be turned on or visible during the school day or during the clinical observation period.
INTERNET RULES:
· Students will not enter chat rooms unless specifically authorized by the teacher for classroom use.
· Students will not enter morally questionable areas. (If a student should accidentally encounter an area of which they are unsure, the teacher should be immediately notified to assist in making the decision. This would include, but is not limited to, vulgar language and/or pictures that are in appropriate.)
· Students will not print from Internet except by teacher permission.
· Students will not use the Internet without permission from the teacher.
· Students are not allowed to download from the Internet without permission from the teacher.
· Students will not use e-mail, incoming or outgoing, unless it is specifically for the class and with the teacher's permission..
· I understand that being selected to be a part of the ATC is an honor to myself, my family, and my school. With this honor comes the responsibility to exercise self discipline in my studies as well as in my behavior. I have read and understand the class participation rules and agree to abide by them. I will do my best to uphold these requirements.
Attendance: The student is responsible for all material that is presented in class. Projects, reports, quizzes, and exams will often include material that is covered in class.
Course Rules: Come to class prepared, exhibit a positive attitude, and be appropriate. During the first week of school these expectations will be clarified in more detail.
* All assignments: must be completed in order to pass this course, regardless of lateness. 20 points will be deducted per weekday that the assignment will be late.
Students are responsible to get all make-up assignments from teacher and are allowed 2 class periods to make up work.
Academic dishonesty – will result in an F for the course grade
All student information from DISD Code of Conduct book will be enforced by teacher.
Outline of Class
Curriculum:
Introduction to Health Care Agencies Urinary Elimination The Nursing Assistant
Bowel Elimination Work Ethics Nutrition and Fluids
Communicating with the Health Care Team Measuring Vital Signs Understanding the Person Exercise and Activity Body Structure and Function Comfort, Rest and Sleep
Growth and Development Admissions, Transfers and Discharges
Care of the Older Person Assisting with the Physical Exam Safety The Person Having Surgery Preventing Infection Wound Care
Body Mechanics Heat and Cold Application The Persons’ Unit Oxygen Needs Bed making Rehabilitation and Restorative Care
Personal Hygiene Hearing and Vision Problems Personal Care and Grooming Common Health Problems Mental Health Problems Confusion and Dementia
Developmental Disabilities Sexuality Caring for Mothers and Newborns
Basic Emergency Care The Dying Person Medical Terminology
TEXT and Workbook: “Mosby’s Textbook for Nursing Assistants” By Sheila Sorrentino. Fifth Edition.
§130.205. Practicum in Health Science (Two to Three Credits).
(a) General requirements. This course is recommended for students in Grades 11-12. Recommended prerequisites: Health Science and Biology.
(b) Introduction.
(1) The Practicum is designed to give students practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience.
(2) To pursue a career in the health science industry, students should learn to reason, think critically, make decisions, solve problems, and communicate effectively. Students should recognize that quality health care depends on the ability to work well with others.
(3) The health science industry is comprised of diagnostic, therapeutic, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development systems that function individually and collaboratively to provide comprehensive health care. Students should identify the employment opportunities, technology, and safety requirements of each system. Students are expected to apply the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a health science career through further education and employment.
(4) Professional integrity in the health science industry is dependent on acceptance of ethical and legal responsibilities. Students are expected to employ their ethical and legal responsibilities and limitations and understand the implications of their actions.
(c) Knowledge and skills.
(1) The student applies mathematics, science, English language arts, and social sciences in health science. The student is expected to:
(A) interpret data from various sources in formulating conclusions;
(B) compile information from a variety of sources to create a technical report;
(C) plan, prepare, and deliver a presentation;
(D) examine the environmental factors that affect homeostasis;
(E) relate anatomical structure to physiological functions;
(F) distinguish atypical anatomy and physiology in the human body systems;
(G) implement scientific methods in preparing clinical case studies; and
(H) compare and contrast health issues in the global society.
(2) The student uses verbal and non-verbal communication skills. The student is expected to:
(A) accurately describe and report information, according to facility policy, observations, and procedures;
(B) demonstrate therapeutic communication skills to provide quality care; and
(C) employ therapeutic measures to minimize communication barriers.
(3) The student implements the knowledge and skills of a health science professional necessary to acquire and retain employment. The student is expected to:
(A) demonstrate proficiency in medical terminology and skills related to the health care of an individual;
(B) research academic requirements for professional advancement such as certification, licensure, registration, continuing education, and advanced degrees;
(C) describe the steps necessary for entrepreneurship in a free enterprise system;
(D) develop new problem-solving strategies based on previous knowledge and skills; and
(E) evaluate performance for continuous improvement and advancement in health science.
(4) The student employs ethical behavior standards and legal responsibilities. The student is expected to:
(A) appraise individual ethical and legal behavior standards according to professional regulatory agencies;
(B) integrate legal and ethical behavior standards such as Patient Bill of Rights, Advanced Directives, and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act into the scope of practice; and
(C) critique court cases related to professional liability and ethics.
(5) The student analyzes the role of a health science team member. The student is expected to:
(A) participate in team teaching and conflict management such as peer mediation, problem solving, and negotiation skills;
(B) refine consensus-building techniques; and
(C) engage in leadership opportunities in the community.
(6) The student employs a safe environment to prevent hazardous situations. The student is expected to:
(A) integrate regulatory standards such as standard precautions and safe patient handling;
(B) respond to emergencies consistent with the student's level of training such as fire and disaster drills;
(C) evaluate hazardous materials according to the material safety data sheets; and 9
(D) apply principles of infection control and body mechanics in all aspects of the health science industry.
(7) The student explores the knowledge and skill levels necessary for advancing in the health science professions. The student is expected to:
(A) interpret knowledge and skills that are transferable among health science professions;
(B) plan academic achievement for advancement in the health science industry; and
(C) analyze emerging technologies in the health science industry.
(8) The student implements skills in monitoring individual health status during therapeutic or diagnostic procedures. The student is expected to:
(A) describe pre-procedural preparations;
(B) observe therapeutic or diagnostic procedures;
(C) identify care indicators of health status; and
(D) record health status according to facility protocol.
(9) The student documents technical knowledge and skills. The student is expected to:
(A) update a professional portfolio to include:
(i) technical skill competencies;
(ii) licensures or certifications;
(iii) awards and scholarships;
(iv) extended learning experiences such as community service and active participation in career and technical student organizations and professional organizations;
(v) abstract of technical competencies mastered during the practicum;
(vi) resumé;
(vii) samples of work; and
(viii) evaluation from the practicum supervisor; and
(B) present the portfolio to all interested stakeholders such as in a poster presentation.
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