Certified Nursing Assistant Course
Great Basin College
Nursing Department
Course Number, Title, & Credits:
NURS 130, 35955, 1006: Nursing Assistant (6 Credits)
Course Schedule and Location:
Tuesday & Thursday evenings from 4:00-9:00 PM. Class starts January 15, 2013, and
runs through February 28, 2013, at Great Basin College, Room 109, Health and Science
Building. Clinical schedule will fall within the above dates and will be announced in class.
Catalog Description:
Provides students with classroom, laboratory and clinical experience. Successful
completion fulfills the requirements for eligibility to take the State Certified Nursing
Assistant Examination. Prerequisite: Current CPR certification. Must show proof of
current negative TB test or chest x-ray.
Instructor Information:
Peggy Drussel, MSN, RN, NCSN
Work phone: 738-7161. Peggy’s Cell phone: 934-3045(evenings and weekends) .
E-mail: peggy.drussel@elko.k12.nv.us
Required Textbooks and Materials:
Nursing Assisting: A Foundation in Caregiving Hartman Publishing,
ISBN 978-1-60425-030-5
Nursing Assisting: A Foundation in Caregiving Workbook, Hartman Publishing,
ISBN 978-1-60425-031-2
Books are available at the Great Basin College Bookstore.
Printed scrubs may be worn, however, do not purchase cartoon characters. The scrubs
are to be clean and pressed. Clean sneakers or nursing shoes must be worn. Shoes must
cover toes and have a back. You must wear a watch with a second hand. These items
along with name badge will be worn during all clinical experiences and can be purchased
on the Internet or at Wal-Mart. There is also a uniform store on Mtn. City Highway and
Idaho Street (Code 4).
Course Description:
The course is designed to introduce the student to the health care field of nursing
assistant. It will provide students with classroom, practical (laboratory) and clinical
experience to develop the basic competencies required for certification as a nursing
assistant. It will also provide the student with knowledge and skills that are prerequisite to
job entry and that comply with both Nevada State Statutes and the federal law. Upon
successful completion of the course, the student will be eligible to apply for the Nevada
State Certification Examination that is required for employment as a nursing assistant.
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Learner Outcomes:
Nursing assistant education strives to prepare individuals with skills necessary for safe
and competent practice and the skills necessary for certification as specified by Nevada
Revised Statutes and required for employment as a nursing assistant. Upon completion of
this course, the student will:
1.
Define the role of a nursing assistant.
2.
Describe the responsibilities of a nursing assistant.
3.
Perform specified skills required to function as a member of the health care team.
4.
Demonstrate safe, competent care within the practice guidelines of a nursing
assistant.
5.
Provide care in accordance with the rights of every patient.
Assessment of Learner Outcomes:
Learner Outcomes
Define the role of a nursing assistant.
Describe the responsibilities of a
nursing assistant.
Perform specified skills required to
function as a member of the health
care team.
Demonstrate safe, competent care
within the practice guidelines of a
nursing assistant.
Provide care in accordance with the
rights of every patient
How Assessed
Workbooks, quizzes, and discussions focusing on
ethics, legal standards, and patient rights.
Workbooks and quizzes, group discussion,
focusing on basic body systems and medical
terminology. Practice of documentation.
Workbooks, quizzes, performance log, group
discussion.
Practical application of learned nursing skills,
team work and demonstration of communication
skills and documentation. Skills practiced in a
clinical setting.
Workbooks, quizzes, performance log, group
discussion. Practical application of learned
nursing skills, team work and demonstration of
communication skills and documentation. Skills
practiced in a clinical setting. Show understanding
of scope of practice within the role of nursing
assistant. Practice and apply skills in a clinical
setting.
Workbooks, quizzes, performance log, group
discussion. Practical application of learned
nursing skills, team work and demonstration of
communication skills and documentation. Skills
practiced in a clinical setting. Show understanding
of scope of practice. Application of skills in a
clinical setting showing a comprehension of
nursing role, responsibilities, and the rights of
every patient. Final test of written knowledge and
manual skills.
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A 100% is required on all skills listed on the Performance Log. Students are permitted to
practice skills on the Performance Log until 100% accuracy is achieved. Skills tests on the
Performance Log must be given by a registered nurse.
A minimum grade of 80% is required on all written and oral quizzes and tests. Retake is
permitted on all written and oral quizzes and tests. No grade higher than 80% will be
given on a retake exam. The nursing assistant curriculum is a competency based
curriculum which allows for variation in completion time because of differences in
individual learners. However, all requirements must be completed by the end of the
scheduled date of the course.
No cell phones are allowed in class or the clinical setting. You will be dismissed
from the program for violation.
Method of Instruction:
The method of instruction will follow the Nursing Assistant Training Program Model
Curriculum Guide for the Nevada State Board of Nursing. The curriculum is divided into
18 units which include objectives, vocabulary and suggested content. The program is 120
hours. Classroom and laboratory work will be 80 hours. The student will complete 40
hours training in a clinical facility. The clinical training will include the following: The
Nursing Assistant in Long-Term Care, Ethical and Legal Issues, Communication Skills,
Communication Challenges, Diversity and Human Needs/Development, Safety and Body
Mechanics, Infection Prevention, Emergency Care, First Aid, Disasters,
Admission/Transfers/Discharge, Physical Exams, Bedmaking and Unit Care, Personal
Care, Vital Signs, Nutrition and Fluid Balance, The body systems, Cancer, Rehabilitation &
Restorative Care, Subacute Care, End of Life Care, and Your New Position as a Nursing
Assistant.
Grading Policy and Criteria:
A. Manual Skills Demonstration Examination
1.
The student will achieve 100% demonstrating the skills listed on the Performance
Log and following the specified steps in the procedure.
2.
The student will demonstrate performance in a professional manner, using
appropriate communication and respect for patient’s rights.
3.
A manual skills exam will be given. Basic skills will be demonstrated. The student
will not be told which skills he/she will perform prior to the time of the exam.
B. Written Examination
1.
There will be a total of five tests and one final test, each worth 100 points for a total
of 600 points.
2.
The student will achieve a minimum of 80% on the written final examination.
3.
If the student has demonstrated great difficulty with written examinations,
arrangements can be made to take the exam orally. It is the student’s responsibility to
request the oral rather written exam prior to the time of testing.
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4.
Ninety minutes is allowed for the final examination. The exam is multiple choice
questions.
Class Presentation
Each student will be assigned a topic by the instructor to present to the class during the
designated time frame in the syllabi. The presentation will be worth 100 points due to the
research and preparation. Rubric will be provided during the course for guidelines on
presentation and professionalism.
The following grading scale is used on all graded work or assignments:
A = 100-94% C+ = 79-77%
D- = 63-60%
A- = 93%-90% C = 76%
F = Below 59%
B+ = 89-87%
C- = 75-70%
B = 86%-84% D+ = 69-67%
B- = 83-80%
D = 66-64%
Quizzes will be given as needed to clarify information and understanding of
material. The scores on quizzes will be calculated into the final grade of each student.
Homework assignments will be provided on a regular basis with assigned points that will
reflect the student’s overall grade.
Attendance Policy and Absenteeism and Clinical Expectations:
All attendance and clinical expectations are outlined in the Student Policy Handbook. NO
CELL PHONES WILL BE ALLOWED IN THE CLASSROOM OR CLINICAL SETTING.
PLEASE USE BREAK TIMES TO RETURN PERSONAL CALLS. IF AN EMERGENCY
OCCURS AT HOME AND A FAMILY MEMBER IS IN NEED OF GETTING IN TOUCH
WITH YOU PLEASE HAVE THEM CALL SECURITY AT 753-2293.
Disability Statement:
GBC supports providing equal access for students with disabilities. An advisor is available
to discuss appropriate accommodations with students. Please contact the ADA Officer (in
Elko at 775.753.2271 at your earliest convenience to request timely and appropriate
accommodations.
(All skills will be taught in the skills lab in conjunction with all classroom times.)
Course Outline/Content/Schedule
Week 1: Tuesday & Thursday January 15 & 17, 2010, from 4-9 PM AND Saturday January
19th from 7 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday-Introduction to CNA, NV State Board of Nursing application, Role of CNA
Chapter One – The Nursing Assistant in Long-Term Care
Thursday- Chapter Two- Ethical and Legal Issues.
Chapter Three- Communication Skills
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Saturday- Chapter Four- Communication Challenges
Chapter Five- Diversity and Human Needs and Development
Chapter Six- Infection Prevention Assignments for Class Presentations on
Week 2: Tues. & Thurs. Jan. 22 & 24 from 4-9 PM
AND Saturday Jan. 26 from 7 AM-5:30 PM
Tuesday- Test on Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, & 6
Chapter Seven- Safety and Body Mechanics
Thursday- Chapter Eight- Emergency Care, First Aid, and Disasters
Chapter Eleven- Positioning, Moving, and Lifting
Saturday- Chapter Ten- Bedmaking and Unit Care
Chapter Twelve- Personal Care
Week 3: Tuesday Jan. 29 & Thursday Jan. 31. Saturday 6 AM- 4:30 PM
Tuesday- Test on Chapters 7, 8, 11, 10, & 12
Chapter Thirteen- Vital Signs
Thursday- Chapter Fourteen- Nutrition and Fluid Balance
Chapter Nine- Admissions, Transfer, Discharge, and Physical Exams
Saturday- First Clinical Day at the Manor begins at 0600.
Week 4: Tuesday Feb. 5 & Thursday Feb. 7th 4-9 PM. Saturday Feb. 9th 6 AM- 4:30 PM
Tuesday- Test on chapters 13, 14, and 9
Class Presentation on Body Systems- Chapters 15-23
Thursday- Class Presentations on Body Systems Chapters 15-23
Saturday- 2nd Clinical day at the Manor begins at 0600.
Week 5: Tuesday Feb. 12 & Thursday Feb. 14. NO CLASS FEB. 16TH.
Tuesday- Test on Chapters 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23
Chapter 24- The Immune and Lymphatic Systems and Cancer
Chapter 25- Rehabilitation and Restorative Care
Thursday- Chapter 26- Subacute Care
Chapter 27- End of Life Care
Saturday- NO CLASS
Week 6: Tue. Feb. 19 & Thurs. Feb. 21, from 4-9 PM. Saturday Feb. 23 6 AM-4:30 PM
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Tuesday- Manor 4-9 PM
Thursday- Manor 4-9 PM
Saturday- 4th and final Clinical Day at the Manor from 0600-1630
Week 7: Tues. Feb 26th & Thursday Feb. 28th
Tuesday- Test on Chapters 24, 25, 26, 27 & 28
Skill Testing will begin
Thursday – Final Written and Skill Testing
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