NUR 105 Basic Nursing Assistant Traini
This course is designed to provide the student with the knowledge and skills necessary to perform basic care services for a patient (acute care setting) or resident (long-term care setting). It prepares the student to function in the role of nursing assistant under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). This course is designed to meet the curriculum requirements of the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH). The basic nursing assistant proficiency examination is the State-approved competency evaluation, with both written and manual skills components. The course requires the student to complete 93 hours of classroom lecture, perform 40 hours in a clinical setting, and successfully demonstrate 21 manual patient/resident care skills. Satisfactory completion of the course provides eligibility to take the IDPH established competency written examination for State certification as a certified nursing assistant. Lecture/ Demonstration 7 hours per week; lab/studio three hours per week.
Prerequisite
Prerequisite: Placement Testing scores of 242 or higher for English/Reading with two (2) attempts at Passing. Must be 16 years of age.