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NUR 100 Serv-Safe (1)
This course will cover the essentials of preparing and storing food. The focus will be on those who work in Restaurants, Health Care Facilities and are Child Care Providers. This course is approved by the National Restaurant Association.
NUR 101 Introduction to Health Careers I (3)
This course is designed to introduce students to different Health Careers and opportunities. Students will learn a broad set of standards that include the knowledge and skills that the vast majority of health care workers should have.
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NUR 103 PN Success (3)
This course provides orientation to the program and promotes student success. Students are introduced to the student role, learning and learning styles, critical thinking, test taking strategies, medical terminology, and wellness and self-care strategies. Supporting content for pharmacology and medication administration includes systems of measurement and dosage calculation. In preparation for patient care students are oriented to academic support services, use of credible resources, priority setting, and clinical reasoning.
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NUR 163 HCC PN Leadership & Management (2)
Prerequisite: Program Coordinator Approval
This course facilitates the transition of the student to the role of an LPN. Emphasis is placed on issues related to nursing as well as skills necessary to prioritize care for multiple patients and delegate tasks to other LPNs and unlicensed personnel. Concepts related to leadership and management are presented as well as career development options that enhance career mobility. Standards of practice and the importance of practicing according to state regulations and statutes are examined. Active learning exercises provide the student the opportunity to apply theoretical concepts.
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NUR 163 HCC PN Leadership & Management (2)
Prerequisite: Program Coordinator Approval
This course facilitates the transition of the student to the role of an LPN. Emphasis is placed on issues related to nursing as well as skills necessary to prioritize care for multiple patients and delegate tasks to other LPNs and unlicensed personnel. Concepts related to leadership and management are presented as well as career development options that enhance career mobility. Standards of practice and the importance of practicing according to state regulations and statutes are examined. Active learning exercises provide the student the opportunity to apply theoretical concepts.
NUR 166 Transition to Practice as a Practical Nurse (3)
Prerequisite: Program Coordinator Approval
This course focuses on application of the nursing process using critical thinking and clinical reasoning in the work environment. Emphasis is placed on legal aspects of the role. Learning and assessment strategies include virtual and live simulation scenarios, case studies, ATI test performance and live NCLEX Review.
NUR 202 Medication Aide (5)
Prerequisite: Program Coordinator Approval
Trains Certified Nursing Assistants to acquire an understanding of the responsibilites associated with drug administration and to be aware of drug reference resources and uses of reference resources. Procedures for checking the patients condition and for preparing, giving, and recording medications are included.
NUR 203 Medication Aide Certification Update I (1)
Prerequisite: Program Coordinator Approval
Provides continued certification for the Certified Medication Aide.
NUR 206 Social Service Designee (3)
Prerequisite: Program Coordinator Approval
Prepares the individual to act in the role of a Social Services Designee in an Adult Care Facility. It identifies the specific responsibilites and functions of the Social Services Designee as a member of the Health Care Team. Utilizing a holistic approach, this course focuses on the residents' psychological, social, and spiritual needs as well as physical needs. Included in this discussion is the role of the family and the caregiver in meeting the residents' needs.
NUR 209 Home Health Aide (20 Hrs) (2)
Prerequisite: Program Coordinator Approval
Prepares the individual to act in the role of a certified Home Health aide in a home setting. The course identifies the specific responsibilites and functions of the certified Home Health aide as a member of the health care team. Using a holistic approach, this course focuses on the clients physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs. Included is the role of the family and the caregiver in meeting the clients' needs.
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NUR 211 Activity Director (3)
Prerequisite: Program Coordinator Approval
Provides individuals with advance training for activities in the Adult Care Home facilities.
NUR 222 Nurse Aide II: Acute Care Environment (2)
This course provides additional knowledge and experience intended to advance existing nursing skills and competencies. The course will focus on skills needed by the certified nurse aide in the acute care setting.
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