Certified Nursing Assistant Syllabus
Great Basin College
Nursing Department
Welcome to Nursing 130! This is your syllabus so keep it handy and refer to this
guideline for the class frequently. A syllabus gives you specific information about a
course. This detailed schedule will help you plan ahead for a successful completion
of the classroom and clinical portions of the class, allow you to know in advance
what is expected of you, provide you with contact information and an understanding
of the rules. This syllabus is in addition to the Great Basin College Nursing Assistant
Program Student Handbook for 2010. Please make sure you read the syllabus and
handbook carefully. I am looking forward to having a fun and very successful
semester with each of you. Ellen Maborang, MSN, RN
A little more persistence, a little more effort, and what seemed hopeless failure may
turn to glorious success.” Elbert Hubbard
Course Number, Title, & Credits:
NURS 130, 101, 24888: Nursing Assistant (6 Credits)
Course Schedule and Location: (August 30, 2010 – December 17, 2010).
Classroom and laboratory on Monday and Wednesday- 6:30 to 9:30 PM. Student
Classroom at GBC on 551 E. Calvada
Clinicals: Dates and Place TBA
Clinicals may not be missed be sure to make secure prior arrangements for baby sitting
and transportation well in advance. Excuses for no babysitter or no transportation
will not be accepted.
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: Must show proof of current two-step negative TB
test or chest x-ray and Professional CPR certificate.
Instructor Information
Ellen Maborang, MSN, RN
Cell: (847) 852-0586
Office: (775) 751-7579
Please leave a message.
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Required Textbooks and Materials:
Text:
1. Successful Nursing Assistant Care; Dugan, RN. ; Hartman Publishing, 2008;
ISBN 978-1-888343-97-7; cost $46.75
2. Successful Nursing Assistant Care Workbook; Dugan, RN.; Hartman
Publishing, 2008; ISBN 978-1-888343-98-4; cost $14.65
(prices on textbooks are always subject to change, usually higher)
Textbooks can be purchased in the Great Basin Bookstore: Hours M-F, 9:00 a.m.
– 4:00 p.m. or online at www.gbc.bkstr.com.
Uniforms:
Students must wear a uniform in the clinical areas. Scrubs can be worn. Pants
must not touch floor or ride low on hips. Dress uniforms must be mid-knee or longer.
White or flesh colored nylons are worn with dress or pant uniforms. If socks are worn
with pant uniforms, they must be white. Shoes must be clean and white. Uniforms must
be clean. A wristwatch with a second hand is required.
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.
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.
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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
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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.
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. Retakes on a quiz or exam can only be taken up to two (2) times.
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.
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 a
minimum of 120 hours. Classroom and laboratory work must be a minimum of 80 hours
and 40 hours of clinical. The student must complete a minimum of 16 hours training
before being allowed to work in a facility. The clinical training will include the
following: Communication and Interpersonal Skills, Infection Control,
Safety/Emergency Procedures including Heimlich maneuver, Promoting Residents’
Independence, and Respecting Residents’ Rights with practice in Methods to Reduce the
Use of Restraints.
Grading Policy and Criteria:
A. Manual Skills Demonstration Examination
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.
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B. Written Examination
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The student must achieve a minimum of 80% on the quizzes and written
final examination. Failure to achieve the minimum after 3 tries will be a
failure of the class.
2. Retakes on exams are permitted up to two (2) times.
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.
4. 120 minutes are allowed for the final examination. The exam is multiple choice
questions.
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The following grading scale is used on all graded work or assignments: Please note that
a C is not a passing grade in this class.
A = 100-90%
D = 69 -60%
B = 89-80%
F = Below 59%
C = 79-70%
The final written exam will be given on Wednesday, December 6 at 7:00 pm.
Home work will include workbook assignments, chapter reading assignments, and end of
the chapter reviews and class room assignments.
The following percentages will be used for grading:
1. Quizzes (3) - 30% of final grade: Must achieve a minimum of 80% on each quiz.
2. Final written exam - 30% of final grade: Must achieve a minimum of 80% on final.
3. Assigned homework - 10%
4. Clinicals – 30%
5. Skills Final – Must achieve a 100% on final skills exam to pass course.
The manual skill demonstration and tests will be held on December 8, 13 and 15.
The student must achieve 100% demonstrating the skills listed on the Performance Log
and following the specified steps in the procedure.
Attendance Policy and Absenteeism and Clinical Expectations:
All attendance and clinical expectations are outlined in the Student Policy Handbook.
Disability Statement:
GBC supports providing equal access for students with disabilities. An advisor is
available to discuss appropriate accommodations with students. Please contact the GBC
office at 775-727-2003.
Academic Honesty
Great Basin College considers academic honesty one of its highest values. A student
who obtains academic credit for work that is not the product of his or her own effort is
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being dishonest and undermining the academic integrity of the college. Students are
expected to be the sole authors of their work. The disciplinary consequences of
plagiarism and other forms of academic dishonesty include non-acceptance of work
submitted, a failing grade in the course, and/or other disciplinary action as outlined in
Great Basin College’s Student Conduct Policy.
Student Conduct
Expectations are outlined in the Student Policy Handbook which will be reviewed in
class the first day and signed.
Course Outline/Content/Schedule:
(Appropriate skills will be taught in the skills lab in conjunction with all classroom
times)
Week 1: August 30 and September 1
Introduction to CNA, Nevada State Board of Nursing application, Role of
CNA, Communication and Interpersonal Skills, Cultural Diversity, Elder
Abuse, and Maslow’s “Hierarchy of Needs”.
Chapters 1-3
Week 2: September 6 and 8
Infection Control, Safety and Body Mechanics
Chapters4, 5 6 and 7
Moving, Lifting, Positioning and Recording
Chapter 7
Week 3: September 13 and 15
Emergency Care, First Aid, and Disasters, Chapter 8
Admission, Transfer, Discharge, and Physical Exams, Chapter 9
Bed making and Unit Care, Chapter 10
Week 4: September 20 and 22
Personal Care, Chapter 12
Vital Signs, Chapter 13
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Nutrition and Fluid Balance, Chapter 14
Quiz, Wednesday, September 22, Chapters 8– 14.
Week 5: September 27 and 29
Skills Practice on Tuesday
Monday, September 27, class will be held at Desert View Hospital for
orientation.
#1 Clinical Wednesday 5 P.M. – 9:00 P.M. Desert View Hospital
Week 6:
No Class
Week 7: October 11 and 13
Gastrointestinal System, Chapter 15
Urinary System, Chapter 16
#2 Clinical Wednesday 5 P.M. – 9 P.M. Desert View Hospital
Week 8: October 18 and 20
Skills Practice on Monday
#3 Clinical Wednesday 5 P.M. – 9 P.M. Desert View Hospital
Week 9: October 25 and 27
Reproductive System, Chapter 17
Integumentary System, Chapter 18
Rehabilitations and Restorative care, Chapter 25
#4 Clinical Wednesday 5 P.M. – 9 P.M. Desert View Hospital
Week 10: November 1 and 3
Cardiovascular System, Chapter 19
Respiratory System, Chapter 20
Subacute Care, Chapter 26
Quiz, Monday, November 1, Chapters 15 – 20, 25, 26
#5 Clinical Wednesday 5 P.M. – 9 P.M. Desert View Hospital
Week 11: November 8 and 10
Musculoskeletal System, Chapter 21
Nervous System, Chapter 22
#6 Clinical Wednesday 5 P.M. – 9 P.M. Desert View Hospital
Week 12: November 15 and 17
Endocrine System, Chapter 23
Immune and Lymphatic Systems and Cancer, Chapter 24
#7 Clinical Wednesday 5 P.M. – 9 P.M. Desert View Hospital
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Week 13: November 22 and 24
End of Life Care, Chapter 27
Your New Position, Chapter 28
Quiz, Wednesday, April 22, Chapters, 21,22, 23, 24, 27, 28
#8 Clinical Wednesday 5 P.M. – 9 P.M. Desert View Hospital
Week 14: November 29 and December 1
Finishing up and practicing all skills in skills lab
#9 Clinical Wednesday 5 P.M. – 9 P.M. Desert View Hospital
Week 15: December 6 and 8
Final Written Exam, Wednesday, May 6
Finishing and practicing all skills in skills lab
#10 Clinical Wednesday 5 P.M. – 9 P.M. Desert View Hospital (Last Clinical)
Week 16:
Final Skills testing; Monday, Wednesday, December 13 and 15.
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