Certified Nursing Assistant Course E03
Great Basin College
Nursing Department
Course Number, Title, & Credits: NURS 130, 10905, E03: Nursing Assistant (6 Credits)
Course Schedule and Location: Monday and Wednesday evenings from 4:00-9:00 PM. Class starts
September 13, 2010, and runs through December 8, 2010, 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, RN, BSN and Carol Morales, RN, BSN
Work phone: 738-7161. Peggy’s Cell phone: 934-3045(evenings and weekends) Carol’s cell phone: 775-3971887 (evenings and weekends).
E-mail: pdrussel@elko.k12.nv.us
Required Textbooks and Materials:
Nursing Assistant Care: The Basics. Hartman Publishing, ISBN 978-1-60425-014-5
Hartman’s Nursing Assistant Care: The Basics Workbook, ISBN 978-1-60425-015-2
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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.
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
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.
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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:
Communication and Interpersonal Skills, Infection Control, Safety/Emergency Procedures including Heimlich
maneuver, Promoting Residents’ Independence, Respecting Residents’ Rights with practice in Methods to
Reduce the Use of Restraints.
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. The student will achieve a minimum of 80% on the written final examination.
2. 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.
3. Ninety minutes is allowed for the final examination. The exam is multiple choice questions.
The following grading scale is used on all graded work or assignments:
A = 100-94%
A- = 93%-90%
C+ = 79-77%
D = 66-64%
B+ = 89-87%
C = 76%
D- = 63-60%
B = 86%-84%
C- = 75-70%
F = Below 59%
B- = 83-80%
D+ = 69-67%
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.
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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 (Julie Byrnes) 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: Monday and Wednesday Sept. 13 & 15, 2010, from 4-9 PM (10 hrs. didactic)
Monday-Introduction to CNA, Nevada State Board of Nursing application, Role of CNA,
Chapter One – The Nursing Assistant in Long-Term Care
Quiz on Chapter One
Skills: Recording and Reports.
Wednesday- Chapter Two- Foundations of Resident Care.
Quiz on Chapter Two
Skills Practice: Communication, Infection Control, Safety and Emergency
Procedures and Body Mechanics, Safety Devices, Hearing Aid and Eyeglasses.
Week 2: Monday and Wednesday Sept 20 & 22, 2010, from 4-9 PM (10 hrs. didactic/lab)
Monday- Chapter 3- Understanding Your Residents
Quiz on Chapter 3
Skills: Dying Patient
Wednesday- Chapter 4- Body Systems and Related Conditions
Carol will cover Integumentary and Musculoskeletal System and their related
conditions.
Grp. 1-Nervous System and Related Conditions
Grp. 2- Circulatory System and Related Conditions
Week 3: Monday and Wednesday Sept 27 & 29, 2010, from 4-9 PM (10 hrs. didactic/lab)
Monday
Grp. 3- Respiratory System and Related Conditions
Grp. 4- Urinary System and Related Conditions
Grp. 5- Gastrointestinal System and Related Condtions
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Wednesday
Grp. 6- Endocrine System and Related Conditions
Grp. 7- Reproductive System and Related Conditions
Grp. 8- Immune and Lymphatic System and Related Conditions
Quiz on Chapter 4
Skills: Ostomy Care, Bowel Elimination, Diabetic Foot Care.
Week 4: Monday and Wednesday Oct. 4 & 6, 2010, from 4-9 PM (10 hrs. didactic/lab)
Monday- Chapter 5-Confusion, Dementia, and Alzheimer’s Disease
Quiz on Chapter 5
WednesdaySkills- Personal Care and Mental Health
Week 5: Monday and Wednesday Oct. 11 & 13, 2010, from 4-9 PM (10 hrs. didactic/lab)
Monday- Chapter 6- Personal Care Skills
Wednesday- Continue with Chapter 6
Quiz on Chapter 6
Skills Practice: Moving Resident in Bed, Positioning Resident, Transfer, Transport,
Personal Care, IV fluids, Applications soft devices (anti-embolism hose, heel-elbow
pads, etc), Bed Devices.
Week 6: Monday and Wednesday Oct. 18 & 20, 2010, from 4-9 PM (10 hrs. didactic/lab)
Monday- Chapter 7- Basic Nursing Skills
Wednesday- Continue with Chapter 7
Quiz for Chapter 7
Skills: Bedmaking, Vital Signs, Catheter Care, Admission and Discharge, Deep
Breathing and Coughing, Apply Dry Dressing, Specimen Collection.
Week 7: Monday and Wednesday October 25 & 27, 2010, from 4-9 PM (10 hrs. didactic/lab)
Monday –Chapter 8- Nutrition and Hydration
Quiz on Chapter 8
Skills: Nutrition
Wednesday- Chapter 9- Rehabilitation and Restorative Care
Quiz on Chapter 9
Skills: Ambulation, Rehabilitation, Prosthetics, and Post Surgical Care.
Week 8: Monday and Wednesday November 1 & 3, 2010, from 4-9 PM (10 hrs. didactic/lab)
Monday- Chapter 10- Caring for Yourself
Quiz on Chapter 10
Wednesday-Hospital Tour, Review previous written tests, and Final Written test.
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Week 9: Monday and Wednesday Nov. 8 & 10, 2010, from 4-9 PM (10 hrs. clinical)
First & second clinical practice at Highland Manor. We will be spending both class
periods at the Manor. Please come prepared wearing uniform, white shoes, hair
appropriate, and name tag. Bring performance log, a small notebook, and pen.
Week 10: Monday and Wednesday Nov. 15 & 17, 2010, from 4-9 PM (10 hrs. clinical)
Both class times will be spent at Highland Manor working on clinical skills.
Week 11: Monday and Wednesday Nov. 22 & 24, 2010, from 4-9 PM (10 hrs. clinical)
Both class times will be spent at Highland Manor working on clinical skills.
Week 12: Monday and Wednesday Nov. 29 & Dec. 1, 2010, from 4-9 PM (10 hrs. clinical)
Both class times will be spent at the Manor working on clinical skills.
Week 13: Monday Dec. 6, 2010 & Wednesday Dec. 8, 2010, from 4-9 PM
Final skills testing and retesting as needed.
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