Certified Nursing Assistant Syllabus
Great Basin College
Nursing Department
Welcome to Nursing 130 W01! 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 2009-2010. 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. Jennifer Fernandez, BSN, 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, W01, 31759: Nursing Assistant (6
Credits)
Course Schedule and Location: (January 21,2011 to April 29,2011).
Classroom and laboratory on every Friday, 8:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M. Room WCC201
The dates for clinicals start on Friday, April 1, 2011 and will be held every Friday (except
March 25) through April 29, 2011. Clinical times 5:30A.M. – 2:00 P.M. Place:
Harmony Manor, Winnemucca. 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
Jennifer Fernandez, BSN, RN
Home: 625-4280
Cell: 304-5245
Please no calls before 5:00 A.M or after 9:00 P.M.
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 College: 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.
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.
Describe the responsibilities of a nursing
assistant.
Perform specified skills required to
function as a member of the health care
team.
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.
Demonstrate safe, competent care within
the practice guidelines of a nursing
assistant.
Provide care in accordance with the rights
of every patient
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. 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
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 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.
100
93
89
86
83
79
- 94 % =
- 90 % =
- 87 % =
- 84 % =
- 80 % =
- 77 % =
A
AB+
B
BC+
76 %
=
75 - 70 % =
69 - 67 % =
66 - 64 % =
63 - 60 % =
Below 59 =
C
CD+
D
DF
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 CNA Instructor.
The final written exam will be given on Friday, November 5, 2010.
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 (8) - 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 skills test will be held on November 5, 2010,.
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 Great
Basin College at your earliest convenience to request timely and appropriate
accommodations.
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Course Outline/Content/Schedule:
(Appropriate skills will be taught in the skills lab in conjunction with all classroom
times)
Week 1: September 3, 2010
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 1-5
Week 2: September 10, 2010
Infection Control, Safety and Body Mechanics
Chapters 6 and 7
Moving, Lifting, Positioning and Recording
Chapter 11
Quiz #1 Chapters 1-5
Week 3: September 17, 2010
Emergency Care, First Aid, and Disasters, Chapter 8
Admission, Transfer, Discharge, and Physical Exams, Chapter 9
Bed making and Unit Care, Chapter 10
Personal Care, Chapter 12
Quiz #2 Chapters 6, 7, &11
Week 4: September 24, 2010
Vital Signs, Chapter 13
Nutrition and Fluid Balance, Chapter 14
Gastrointestinal System, Chapter 15
Urinary System, Chapter 16
Quiz #3 Chapters 8-10, 12
Week 5: October 1, 2010
Reproductive System, Chapter 17
Integumentary System, Chapter 18
Cardiovascular System, Chapter 19
Respiratory System, Chapter 20
Quiz #4 Chapters 13-16
Week 6: October 8, 2010
Musculoskeletal System, Chapter 21
Nervous System, Chapter 22
Quiz #5 Chapters 17-20
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Week 7: October 15, 2010
Endocrine System, Chapter 23
Immune and Lymphatic Systems and Cancer, Chapter 24
Rehabilitation and Restorative care, Chapter 25
Quiz #6 Chapters 21-22
Week 8: October 22, 2010
Sub-acute Care, Chapter 26
End of Life Care, Chapter 27
Your New Position, Chapter 28
Quiz #7 Chapters 23-25
Week 9: October 29, 2010
Clinical Orientation- Harmony Manor 8:00 A.M.
Practicing all skills in skills lab
Quiz #8 Chapters 26-28
Week 10: November 5, 2010
Finishing up and practicing all skills in skills lab
Final Written exam
Final Skills Testing
Week 11: November 12, 2010
1st day of Clinical – Harmony Manor 5:30 A.M. – 2:00 P.M.
Week 12: November 19, 2010
2nd day of Clinical- Harmony Manor 5:30 A.M. – 2:00 P.M.
Week 13: November 26, 2010
No clinical- Happy Thanksgiving
Week 14: December 3, 2010
3rd day of Clinical- Harmony Manor 5:30 A.M. – 2:00 P.M.
Week 15: December 10, 2010
4th day of Clinical- Harmony Manor 5:30 A.M. – 2:00 P.M.
Week 16: December 17, 2010
Last day of Clinical - Harmony Manor 5:30 A.M. – 2:00 P.M
You are finished, enjoy a great Christmas!!!!
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